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Hokit's Rise: Heavyweight Champ on the Horizon?
5 Jul
Summary
- Josh Hokit is the breakout fighter of the year, now ranked top 5.
- Quillan Salkilld and Joselyne Edwards also made significant leaps.
- Lone'er Kavanagh and Uros Medic had impressive recent victories.
Josh Hokit has rapidly ascended to become MMAmania's breakout fighter of the year for 2026. Starting the year unranked, he has secured a Top 5 position in the Heavyweight division after defeating Curtis Blaydes by unanimous decision and stopping Derrick Lewis.
Quillan Salkilld has transitioned from a promising prospect to an exciting Lightweight contender. He began 2026 unranked and has since earned wins, including a significant victory over Beneil Dariush at UFC Perth, and is set to face Mateusz Gamrot.
Joselyne Edwards has become a formidable force in the women's Bantamweight division. After overcoming a losing streak, she secured a notable win against Norma Dumont, climbing to the No. 3 ranking.
Lone'er Kavanagh made a significant impact by dominating former champion Brandon Moreno on short notice, earning a No. 6 ranking in the Flyweight division. Uros Medic also made headlines with a 69-second knockout of Geoff Neal in the Welterweight division.
