Josh Hokit challenges Ciryl Gane ahead of UFC 334 title fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 10:12 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Josh Hokit is preparing to face Ciryl Gane at UFC 334 on November 14 as Gane is promoted to undisputed champion following Tom Aspinall's decision to vacate the title. Hokit has expressed skepticism about Gane's new title status, stating that he shouldn't be rewarded due to past incidents, including illegal eye pokes in a previous fight. Hokit remains undefeated in his career and is looking to secure his first championship by defeating Gane, whom he views as a formidable opponent. Both fighters have had significant recent bouts, with Hokit defeating Derrick Lewis in his last fight to solidify his title shot.
- •Josh Hokit will challenge Ciryl Gane at UFC 334 on November 14.
- •Gane was promoted to undisputed champion after Tom Aspinall vacated the title.
- •Hokit believes Gane's title should not be rewarded due to past issues.
- •Hokit remains undefeated in his MMA career with four wins in the UFC.
- •Gane won the interim title against Alex Pereira in his most recent fight.
- 10:12 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Hokit: Ciryl Gane shouldn't be rewarded 'for cheating,' doesn't deserve undisputed UFC title
"Hokit is ready for the upper echelon of the UFC heavyweight division — and all the drama that comes with it.
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