Curtis Blaydes is adamant he emerged victorious in his UFC 327 clash with Josh Hokit, despite the official judges' scorecards telling a different story. The heavyweight contender expressed his disbelief after the bout, which many are calling one of the most thrilling heavyweight fights in UFC history.
"I was expecting Herb to pick my hand up," Blaydes stated, referring to referee Herb Dean. "The judges got this one wrong—I clearly won that fight."
The five-round battle was described by spectators as a "bloody, action-packed scrap" that pushed both athletes to their limits. Blaydes' comments highlight the ongoing debate about judging in mixed martial arts, particularly in closely contested matches where every strike and takedown is scrutinized.