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Nov 12, 2026
UFC 334 takes center stage at Madison Square Garden, featuring heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane defending against undefeated Josh Hokit, and Amanda Nunes returning from retirement to face Kayla Harrison for the bantamweight title. The 'Embedded' series captures behind-the-scenes moments, including Josh Hokit's visit to a Knicks game and Amanda Nunes' media appearances.
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UFC 334 takes place on November 14 at Madison Square Garden, featuring Ciryl Gane defending his heavyweight title against Josh Hokit. The event also includes Kayla Harrison defending her bantamweight title against Amanda Nunes. U.S. fans can stream the event on Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass, while U.K. viewers can watch on TNT Sports.
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Welterweight veterans Geoff Neal and Chris Curtis are reportedly scheduled to face off at UFC Dallas on January 16, 2027, at the American Airlines Center. Neal, who has lost four of his last five fights, and Curtis, who has dropped three of his last four, both aim to reverse their fortunes in this upcoming clash.
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UFC 334 is set for Saturday at Madison Square Garden, featuring heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane defending against undefeated Josh Hokit, and Amanda Nunes returning to challenge Kayla Harrison for the bantamweight title. The 'Embedded' series captures fighters' preparations, including Hokit's visit to a Knicks game and Nunes' media appearances.
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Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez has expressed confidence in Josh Hokit's ability to upset current heavyweight titleholder Ciryl Gane at UFC 334. The event is scheduled for November 14 at Madison Square Garden. Velasquez believes Hokit, who is 10-0 and coming off significant wins, is more well-rounded than Gane and could surprise fans.
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A hotel altercation in Abu Dhabi involving Usman Nurmagomedov and Merab Dvalishvili has sparked debate over the UFC's response. Footage shows Nurmagomedov slapping Dvalishvili, leading to a brawl. While the UFC may publicly condemn the incident, its history suggests it could leverage the conflict for future promotional opportunities.
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Josh Hokit is set to challenge Ciryl Gane for the UFC heavyweight title on November 14th. Former UFC heavyweight champion Mark Coleman has expressed his support for Hokit, citing his background in football and wrestling as key strengths. Coleman believes Hokit's grappling skills could be decisive against the striking prowess of Gane.
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UFC's first event of 2027 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas features a welterweight bout between Texas native Geoff Neal and Chris Curtis on January 16. Both fighters are unranked, with Neal seeking to break a losing streak and Curtis aiming to secure a significant win in his new weight class.
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Veteran UFC fighter Jim Miller is preparing for his 48th fight against Terrance McKinney at UFC 334, with retirement planned after his 50th bout. Despite being a +180 underdog, Miller is focused on ending his career on a high note and is open to exploring boxing or wrestling post-MMA.
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UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden features a heavyweight title clash between champion Ciryl Gane and rising contender Josh Hokit. The event also includes a highly anticipated women's bantamweight bout between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes. The card promises to deliver thrilling matchups in the iconic New York venue.
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Ciryl Gane will defend his undisputed UFC heavyweight title against Josh Hokit at UFC 334, held at Madison Square Garden. Gane, who became the undisputed champion after Tom Aspinall's withdrawal, faces Hokit, an undefeated contender with recent wins over Curtis Blaydes and Derrick Lewis. Despite Hokit's rise, Gane is favored to retain his title.
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Josh Hokit made a statement at the UFC 334 pre-fight press conference by wearing goggles, referencing Ciryl Gane's past eye poke incident. The two are set to clash for the heavyweight title on Saturday. Meanwhile, Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes had an intense faceoff as they prepare to compete for the women's bantamweight title.
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Dana White criticized the altercation between Usman Nurmagomedov and Merab Dvalishvili, which erupted in a hotel lobby ahead of RAF Abu Dhabi. The incident led to multiple arrests, including those filming the brawl. While Usman Nurmagomedov is banned from the event, the status of Umar Nurmagomedov and Dvalishvili's matches remains uncertain.
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The UFC 334 press conference at Madison Square Garden featured intense faceoffs, including heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane against challenger Josh Hokit, and Kayla Harrison defending her bantamweight title against Amanda Nunes. The event, set for November 14, 2026, promises exciting matchups, streaming exclusively on Paramount+.
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Brazilian prospect Samuel Sanches, known for his knockout power with eight KOs in 11 wins, is set to make his UFC debut against Evan Elder at UFC 334. Sanches, who trains under Jailton Almeida, will face a significant test in Elder, a well-rounded lightweight who has been inactive since April 2025.
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Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes will finally meet in the octagon at UFC 334 after their initial bout was postponed due to Harrison's injury. The high-stakes co-main event at Madison Square Garden marks Harrison's return after neck surgery and Nunes' comeback from retirement. Both fighters faced off at the pre-fight press conference in New York.
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Ciryl Gane and Josh Hokit engaged in a tense faceoff at the UFC 334 pre-fight press conference in New York. Gane, the heavyweight champion, will defend his title for the first time against the undefeated Hokit at Madison Square Garden. Gane was promoted from interim champion after Tom Aspinall stepped down due to eye issues.
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Amanda Nunes is set to return to the octagon, motivated to reclaim her championship belt and continue building her legacy. After a three-year hiatus, Nunes feels refreshed and confident, aiming to achieve a full-circle moment by winning back her title in New York. She expresses excitement about the opportunity to make history once again.
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Stephen Thompson, a two-time UFC Welterweight title challenger, is known for his calm demeanor, but he has a strict policy against talking in movie theaters. As he prepares for his final fight against Charles Radtke at UFC 334, Thompson humorously warns moviegoers to keep quiet during films, a sentiment echoed by his brother-in-law, Chris Weidman.
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UFC Heavyweight Champion Ciryl Gane has responded to accusations of being a 'dirty fighter' ahead of his title defense against Josh Hokit at UFC 334. Gane, criticized after controversial fights with Tom Aspinall and Alex Pereira, insists he is not a cheater and cites referee support and fellow fighters' opinions to back his stance.
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