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Ciryl Gane discusses legacy ahead of UFC 334 title defense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 9:20 PM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Ciryl Gane discusses legacy ahead of UFC 334 title defense
Summary

Ciryl Gane prepares to defend his UFC heavyweight title against Josh Hokit on November 14 at Madison Square Garden. Gane's career features two interim titles and three unsuccessful bids for the undisputed heavyweight championship. Jon Anik highlighted the complexity of Gane's legacy, noting achievements alongside the absence of a definitive championship win. Anik suggested that Gane needs to secure a decisive victory over Hokit to enhance his legacy and set up potential future matchups, including a rematch with Sergei Pavlovich if Pereira succeeds in his upcoming bout.

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  • •Gane faces Josh Hokit at UFC 334 on November 14.
  • •He has held the interim heavyweight title twice.
  • •Gane lost three undisputed title fights against Ngannou, Jones, and Aspinall.
  • •Jon Anik describes Gane's legacy as complex due to mixed championship results.
  • •Success against Hokit may pave the way for future high-profile bouts.
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  • 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Jon Anik on what makes Ciryl Gane's legacy 'a little bit weird' before UFC 334
What they're saying
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Jon Anik believes UFC heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane's career has been interesting so far.

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