Josh Hokit 'defends' Melk Costa and attacks Alex Poatan in the UFC: 'He's a p***'; understand the new controversy.

Poatan focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

Bad boy Josh Hokit is not being called 'new' Chael Sonnen'For nothing. All because the American has an insane and limitless 'trash talk' style, and those who are suffering because of it are...' Alex PoatánFurthermore, the fifth-ranked heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) fighter once again lashed out at the renowned striker after the latter mocked him. Melquizael Costa, defeated in the main event of ufc vegas 117, event held last Saturday (16).

Previously, 'Dalmata' stated that Poatan would lose to Jon Jones in a potential superfight. At the time, the UFC star showed he didn't like his compatriot's comment, responded, and now, months later, he's taken a jab at him. On his official Instagram account, the veteran made a post highlighting one of his sponsors with an image of Melk in a delicate situation in the duel against arnold allenin the background.

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Upon learning of the former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion's behavior, Hokit did not forgive him and insulted him with a strong term. It is worth remembering that the American had already attacked Poatan face-to-face at a press conference to promote the... UFC White House And on his official 'X' account, he also called him gay.

"Alex Pereira is a b****," wrote the UFC bad boy.

Alex Pereira is a hoe https://t.co/vKVAZsGqN3

— The Incredible Hok (@Josh_HokitUFC) May 17, 2026

Hokit promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Hokit's Fighters in MMA

Josh Hokit, 28, is undefeated in MMA and is rapidly rising in the UFC heavyweight division. The American began his career in the sport in 2023, was discovered through the Contender Series program, debuted in the company in 2025, and has already reached fifth place in the division's rankings.

In this fighting style, the bad boy competed in nine fights and won them all, eight of them by stoppage (five by knockout and three by submission). His main victory was against Curtis blaydes.