Josh Hokit delivered the biggest win of his career at UFC Freedom 250 against Derrick Lewis. However, it was his post-fight speech that became the talking point for the MMA community.
The undefeated heavyweight prospect improved to 10-0 with a dominant second-round stoppage victory over Derrick Lewis on the historic White House card. Hokit controlled majority of the fight, using his wrestling and pressure to neutralize the UFC‘s all-time knockout leader before securing the finish in Round 2.
The matchup itself carried a unique backstory. President Donald Trump reportedly played a role in getting Lewis added to the card, while Joe Rogan publicly pushed for Hokit to receive an opportunity following his victory over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327.
Following the win, Hokit grabbed headlines with an unconventional post-fight interview. After presenting Trump with a customized credential-style lanyard, Hokit launched into a series of remarks that quickly sparked strong reactions across social media.
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One particular comment regarding former First Lady Michelle Obama immediately divided fans. During the post-fight interview, Hokit said:
“Michele Obama is a man, am I right, America?”
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Several fans took to X to react to the comments, and one fan wrote:
“UFC just got a massive lawsuit.”
Meanwhile, other fans wrote:
“That was terrible… that has to be his worst performance on the mic.”
“He performed, [enough] said. He’s cringe, but he won. Looking forward to what’s next for him.”
“Absolutely legendary way to end a post interview.”
“This guy is my fav fighter.”
Check out some of the fan reactions below:
![Fans debate Josh Hokit’s Michelle Obama comment [Screenshots courtesy: @DovySimuMMA on X]](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2026/06/e3322-17814935519187-1920.jpg)
Hokit entered UFC Freedom 250 carrying one of the fastest-rising resumes in the heavyweight division. The undefeated American improved to 10-0 with his stoppage of Derrick Lewis and now owns six knockout victories, three submissions, and one decision win.
Since joining the UFC in 2025, Hokit has earned three Performance of the Night bonuses and one Fight of the Night award. He also set multiple UFC heavyweight striking records against Curtis Blaydes, including the most significant strikes landed in a three-round heavyweight bout with 177.
Edited by Abhishek Nambiar