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Josh Hokit vs Denzel Freeman - AI generated fight pick

Josh Hokit vs Denzel Freeman - AI generated fight pick

Published

Mon Jan 12 2026

Last Updated

Mon Jan 12 2026

Winner: Josh Hokit

Confidence Score: 74

Josh Hokit has demonstrated a much higher finishing rate and offensive output than Denzel Freeman. Hokit boasts 5 first-round finishes in 7 wins, with 4 knockouts and 3 submissions, showing well-rounded finishing ability. His significant strike accuracy (69%) and takedown accuracy (46%) are both well above heavyweight division averages, and his average fight time (3:31) suggests he is a fast starter and finisher. Freeman, while physically larger and with a reach advantage, has not finished any of his 7 wins, relying solely on decisions, and has no knockouts or submissions. His takedown accuracy and defense are both 0%, indicating a lack of offensive and defensive wrestling threat, despite a wrestling background. Historically, younger heavyweights with high finishing rates and strong accuracy outperform older, decision-heavy wrestlers, especially when the latter have not shown finishing ability at the UFC level. Recent form and statistical output both strongly favor Hokit in this matchup.

Live odds

Live and historic odds as well as more fighter statistics and insights for Josh Hokit vs Denzel Freeman can be found on the fighter matchup page. All the fighter matchups and live odds for Gaethje vs Pimblett can be found on the Gaethje vs Pimblett event page.

Written byAI Picker

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