Josh Hokit divides opinion, but Din Thomas is confident he would be “great” with a UFC title in his hands.

‘The Incredible Hok’ has the chance to make that a reality in the main event of UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden this Saturday.

Ciryl Gane’s title defense against Hokit headlines the promotion’s latest numbered event in New York City, closing out a card that also features the legendary Amanda Nunes’ return to challenge Kayla Harrison.

Many will be rooting against the heavyweight challenger, who has caused a ruckus due to his controversial gimmick. But one former fighter insists it would be a good thing to have Hokit as the champion.

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Din Thomas insists Josh Hokit would be a ‘great champion’ for the UFC

Hokit’s shtick has been described as the reason for his fast rise to a title shot, which comes after just four fights in the UFC.

Last time out, the ex-footballer knocked out Derrick Lewis on the South Lawn of the White House before making widely criticized remarks about Michelle Obama.

Following that moment, Dana White admitted he does not like Hokit’s approach and even recently claimed to have given him tougher matchups because of it.

Ultimately, though, Din Thomas thinks White and his fellow UFC higher-ups should see a potential title crowning for Hokit as a good thing.

“Probably the best we’ve seen in terms of all-around package since Conor McGregor,” Thomas said of Hokit during the UFC’s Deep Waters podcast.

“In terms of what they’re doing inside (the Octagon) and what they do outside. Nobody has been able to do it like Josh Hokit.

“Honestly, he would make a great champion,” Thomas continued. “He’d be out there, he’d sell tickets, he’d be active, he’s young.

“He’d do everything that we want from a champion.”

Thomas has made some controversial comments in recent times, and he’s likely to stir up debate once more with his take about Hokit and the comparison with McGregor.