MMAFightSim MMAFightSim Logo
MMAFightSim.com
UFC 327 Preview

Event: UFC 327

Heavyweight Bout

Veteran vs Prospect

Curtis Blaydes

Top Contender

18-5-0

Josh Hokit

Heavyweight Prospect

7-1-0

Razor vs The Fighter

UFC 327

Curtis Blaydes faces Josh Hokit in a Heavyweight showdown

Why This Fight Matters

Blaydes's Strength

Elite wrestling, ground control

Hokit's Game

Athletic prospect, football background

Physical Comparison

Height

6'4"

Curtis Blaydes

6'2"

Josh Hokit

Reach

80"

Curtis Blaydes

76"

Josh Hokit

Weight

265 lbs

Curtis Blaydes

265 lbs

Josh Hokit

Career Records

Curtis Blaydes

Record18-5-0
StatusTop Contender
KO Wins13
Sub Wins0
Age34

Elite wrestling, ground control

Josh Hokit

Record7-1-0
StatusHeavyweight Prospect
KO Wins4
Sub Wins2
Age28

Athletic prospect, football background

Style Matchup

Razor

Wrestling, ground and pound

Strategy: Wrestling, ground and pound

The Fighter

Athleticism, power shots

Strategy: Athleticism, power shots

Key Factors

Blaydes Advantages

  • • Elite wrestling
  • • 13 KO wins
  • • Size advantage
  • • Top game

Hokit Advantages

  • • Athleticism
  • • Youth advantage
  • • Power punching
  • • Football athlete
SIMULATE THIS FIGHT NOW

2026 AI Algorithm Prediction

72%

Blaydes

vs

28%

Hokit

AI analysis based on records, physical attributes, and fighting styles.

UFC 327 FULL FIGHT CARD

Jiri Prochazka vs Carlos Ulberg View →
Joshua Van vs Tatsuro Taira View →
Curtis Blaydes vs Josh Hokit ← Currently Viewing
Dominick Reyes vs Johnny Walker View →
Azamat Murzakanov vs Paulo Costa View →
Patricio Freire vs Aaron Pico View →
Cub Swanson vs Nate Landwehr View →
Mateusz Gamrot vs Esteban Ribovics View →
Kevin Holland vs Randy Brown View →
Kelvin Gastelum vs Vicente Luque View →
Tatiana Suarez vs Lupita Godinez View →
Mar Quel Mederos vs Chris Padilla View →

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has the reach advantage between Curtis Blaydes and Josh Hokit?

Curtis Blaydes has 80" reach compared to Josh Hokit's 76".

What is Blaydes's path to victory?

Blaydes needs to utilize Wrestling, ground and pound to secure the win.

Can Hokit pull off the upset?

Hokit's Athletic prospect, football background presents interesting challenges.

What makes this fight at UFC 327 significant?

This matchup features two high-level competitors in the Heavyweight division.