Josh Hokit hits back at Bruce Buffer: "I have no criminal record, yet I'm not classy enough?"

The UFC announcer called the heavyweight disrespectful. Hokit faces Ciryl Gane for the title at Madison Square Garden on 14 November.

By Combat Sports UK Staff · Published Thu 15 Oct, 20:05 UK · Updated Thu 15 Oct, 20:51 UK · AI-assisted reporting

Josh Hokit has hit back at Bruce Buffer after the UFC's long-time announcer said he is not a fan of the heavyweight's trash talk.

Buffer, filmed talking to a small group, said Hokit can fight but that he does not like what he talks about. He called him disrespectful and said he did not appreciate the things Hokit said at the White House.

Hokit replied on X: "I talk trash in the Octagon, but guys on this roster have actual criminal records and rape charges. I have no criminal record, yet I'm not classy enough?"

Post by @Josh_HokitUFC on X

He added: "You realize we are in the gladiator business, right? Should men who try to kill other men, really be your role model? lol"

Buffer also said that whatever he thinks of Hokit, his job when he introduces him at UFC 334 is to enhance the moment for both fighters.

Hokit challenges Ciryl Gane for the UFC heavyweight title in the UFC 334 main event at Madison Square Garden on 14 November. It will be his first world title fight.