Jorge Masvidal is putting a massive amount of money behind Josh Hokit ahead of his heavyweight title clash with Ciryl Gane at UFC 334.
The former UFC star has reportedly wagered $200,000 on the undefeated challenger, believing an upset at Madison Square Garden could net him a staggering $1 million payout.
“Gamebred” revealed the bet during a recent episode of Deep Waters, where he discussed his confidence in Hokit and the lucrative odds attached to the underdog’s championship bid. The former BMF champion even produced what he claimed was the betting receipt while discussing the wager with his podcast co-hosts.
Jorge Masvidal Puts $200,000 On Josh Hokit To Beat Ciryl Gane
Masvidal had previously expressed his confidence in Hokit, declaring that he was willing to bet heavily on “The Incredible Hok” to dethrone Gane. During his latest appearance on Deep Waters, he disclosed the exact amount he had put on the line.
I got the receipt right here in my pocket. $200,000 boy, I get $1 million back,” Masvidal said. “I put $200,000 on Hokit.
According to Masvidal, he initially struggled to find odds that appealed to him before securing a reported 5-to-1 payout. “Gamebred” claimed he had explored several betting options before committing the substantial sum to Hokit.
I got – y’all are either going to be very happy or very mad, but I did some crazy sh*t this weekend, bro. Man, I bet the house,” he added.
Masvidal’s wager comes as Hokit prepares for the biggest fight of his professional career. The undefeated heavyweight has rapidly climbed the UFC ranks, earning four consecutive victories since joining the promotion through Dana White’s Contender Series in 2025.
The former UFC title challenger’s confidence in Hokit appears to stem largely from “The Incredible Hok’s” wrestling background and Gane’s previous struggles against elite grapplers.
The French heavyweight suffered losses to Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, with wrestling and grappling playing significant roles in both defeats. Masvidal believes Hokit could exploit a similar weakness by taking the reigning champion to the ground and applying sustained pressure.
I think Hokit gets him down, he could break him, standing over him, punching him,” Masvidal said.
Hokit has demonstrated his wrestling abilities throughout his rapid rise in the UFC. The former college wrestler secured a decision victory over Curtis Blaydes before stopping Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250 in June.
