Hokit mocks Poatan's outrage over Michel Pereira's dismissal from the UFC

Alex Poatan and Josh Hokit are UFC standouts. Photo montage SUPER LUTAS

PUBLICITY:

Josh Hokit presented a theory for Alex Poatan 's dissatisfaction with Michel Pereira 's dismissal . After the controversial defeat at UFC Baku , the 'Flying Paraense' did not have his contract renewed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, a situation that generated indignation in the Brazilian and opened the door for yet another provocation from the outspoken American.

See too

Alex Poatan protests against Michel Pereira's dismissal from the UFC.

Shara Magomedov (left) kicks Michel Pereira (right). Photo: Reproduction / UFC

Michel Pereira is fired from the UFC.

Khabib Nurmagomedov points to the biggest challenge for Islam Makhachev at UFC 330.

In a post on the social network X, Hokit reacted to Poatan's protest with irony, suggesting that the former champion had started drinking again when commenting on the case.

"He's drinking again...", wrote Josh Hokit.

PUBLICITY:

He's drinking again.. https://t.co/HiaCYQqfAt

— The Incredible Hok (@Josh_HokitUFC) July 15, 2026

Alex Poatan lives war with Herb Dean

Knocked out by Ciryl Gane at UFC Casa Branca , Alex Poatan attributed the result to illegal strikes from the Frenchman and criticized referee Herb Dean's performance in the fight. Indignant, the Brazilian called for the referee's dismissal and stated that he does not intend to fight again if he is scheduled for one of his bouts.

PUBLICITY:

Poatan's criticisms resonated with other fighters and gained even more traction after new controversies involving Herb Dean, such as Vinicius Lokdog 's victory at UFC Vegas 119 and Michel Pereira 's defeat at UFC Baku.

Michel Pereira's time in the UFC has come to an end.

Michel Pereira backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Michel Pereira , 32, ends his time in the UFC with a professional record of 32 wins and 15 losses, with 10 wins and six losses in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Michel made his UFC debut in May 2019, when he captivated the world by knocking out Danny Roberts . At the time, the Brazilian was extremely spectacular, with flashy strikes and somersaults never before seen inside the octagon. This performance earned Pereira the nickname 'Flying Paraense'.