Tom Aspinall, the current UFC heavyweight champion, is still out of action nursing his ongoing eye injuries caused by Ciryl Gane last October.
What happened?
Josh Hokit has been studying Tom Aspinall's tape ahead of a potential future clash with the champion.
Hokit scored the biggest win of his career thus far, knocking out Derrick Lewis in the second round on the UFC Freedom 250 card this past June.
Why it matters for Tom Aspinall
Hokit believes he has pinpointed what Aspinall's biggest weakness is, stating that Aspinall is too offensive minded.
Aspinall has long been credited as one of the most athletic heavyweights of all time, but Hokit's hand speed and ability to wrestle has seen him enter those conversations.
What comes next?
Hokit will have to wait for the culmination of what will likely be a rematch between Aspinall and interim champion, Gane, which is hopeful to come to fruition in September in Paris.
Aspinall is in support of the potential rematch, as he continues to recover from his eye injuries.
Hokit's four-fight win streak since earning a contract on Dana White's Contender Series has seen him climb to rank five in the heavyweight division.
The 28-year-old has been campaigning for a clash against Alex Pereira next, after their back-and-forth's during the UFC White House fight week.
Aspinall's strength is also his weakness, according to Hokit, who wrote in a post on X that Aspinall's athleticism can be matched by a proper athlete.
Hokit's comments come as Aspinall is still on the sidelines, recovering from his eye injuries, which were caused by Gane last October.
The UFC heavyweight division is eagerly awaiting Aspinall's return, with Hokit and other contenders vying for a title shot.
Aspinall's return is highly anticipated, and his potential clash with Hokit is expected to be a highly competitive fight.
The UFC Freedom 250 card this past June saw Hokit emerge as an extremely popular contender in the division, adding much-needed excitement.
Hokit's hand speed and ability to wrestle have made him a formidable opponent in the heavyweight division.
Aspinall's eye injuries have kept him out of action, but he is expected to return to the Octagon soon.
The potential rematch between Aspinall and Gane is expected to take place in September in Paris, with Aspinall in support of the fight.
Hokit's comments on Aspinall's weakness have sparked interest in the potential clash between the two fighters.
The UFC heavyweight division is one of the most competitive in the sport, with several contenders vying for a title shot.
Aspinall's return to the Octagon will be highly anticipated, and his potential clash with Hokit is expected to be a highly competitive fight.