Hokit Fires Back At Buffer During UFC 334 Intro
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Josh Hokit flipped off Bruce Buffer during his UFC 334 introduction Saturday night at Madison Square Garden.
The gesture came as Buffer announced Hokit before the main event against Ciryl Gane, according to MMA Mania. Social media erupted with confused reactions given Buffer's reputation as one of the most universally respected figures in the sport.
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Hokit Still Bitter Over Buffer's Past Comments
The middle finger was not random. Hokit is reportedly still upset over remarks Buffer made condemning his behavior as disrespectful, per the report. The incident marks another chapter in Hokit's history of provocations inside the Octagon.
Buffer has introduced thousands of fighters across his career as the Veteran Voice of the Octagon without incident. Former UFC fighter Frank Trigg is one of the few other notable exceptions to Buffer's otherwise spotless relationship with fighters.
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Hokit and Gane are scheduled to weigh in Friday afternoon ahead of Saturday's card.
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