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Ciryl Gane prepares to defend UFC heavyweight title against Josh Hokit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 12:28 PM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Ciryl Gane prepares to defend UFC heavyweight title against Josh Hokit

Summary

Ciryl Gane, the current UFC heavyweight champion, is set to defend his title against Josh Hokit at UFC 334 on November 14, 2026. Gane recently commented on the state of the heavyweight division, suggesting it is thriving despite criticisms regarding its star power and recent controversies. This optimism comes amidst the fallout from Tom Aspinall vacating the title after an eye injury sustained in a previous fight. Gane's comments follow a debate over Hokit receiving a title shot despite lacking a victory over a top-five opponent.

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•Gane defends his title on November 14, 2026, at UFC 334.
•Tom Aspinall vacated his title due to a serious eye injury.
•Gane believes the heavyweight division is at its best historically.
•Hokit is receiving criticism for earning a title shot over Volkov.

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12:28 PMYahoo Sports — Ciryl Gane Makes Bizarre Assessment of UFC Heavyweight Division in 2026

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It’s safe to say the UFC’s attempts to restore order to the heavyweight division have not gone according to plan. The Jon Jones saga, which saw him reign as undisputed champion without ever facing Tom Aspinall to unify the belts, dragged on for more than 800 days. And just when it seemed like a new …
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