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Josh Hokit issues warning to Ciryl Gane before UFC 334 main event: ‘I’m going to beat the sh*t out of you’
Josh Hokit is ready for his title shot. On Saturday, Hokit challenges Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 334 in New York City. It’s been a miraculous rise up the ranks for Hokit — who just a year ago was fighting his way into the UFC from the Contender […]
UFC 334 Paths to Victory: Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes
UFC 334 finally pits Olympic judo champion Kayla Harrison against retired GOAT Amanda Nunes in a long‑awaited superfight. Harrison, who joined the UFC in 2024 and captured the women’s bantamweight belt in June 2025, relies on her unrivaled judo clinch work, powerful top control and ground‑and‑pound, but lacks natural striking. Nunes, a two‑division champion with 11 UFC titles, brings devastating punching power and a well‑rounded skill set, preferring to keep the fight standing and avoid scrambles. The article breaks down each fighter’s path to victory: Harrison must secure clinches and takedowns, while Nunes aims to dominate with power shots and footwork. The matchup, delayed by injuries and Nunes’ retirement, promises a clash of size, strength and styles on Saturday, November 13, 2026.
Video: Carlos Prates and Michael Morales have intense first faceoff at UFC 335 and UFC 336 press conference
Carlos Prates and Michael Morales are already champing at the bit to fight. On Jan. 30, Prates and Morales fight each other for the interim welterweight title in the co-main event of UFC 336 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. Both men want their shot at undisputed champion Islam Makhachev, but they’re gonna have to fight […]
UFC 334 Preview Show: Has Josh Hokit gotten over with fans ahead of his fight with Ciryl Gane?
UFC 334 heads to Madison Square Garden on Saturday, pitting heavyweight contender Josh Hokit against champion Ciryl Gane in a bout that could crown the new face of the division after Tom Aspinall’s departure. The co‑main event features a long‑awaited women’s bantamweight title clash between former teammates Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes, settling a five‑year rivalry at 135 pounds. MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew and Alexander K. Lee break down the biggest storylines, matchups and predictions in their preview show, with video and audio versions available on major podcast platforms.
UFC 335 and UFC 336 press conference video
A New York press conference streams live at 4 p.m. ET, featuring UFC 335 and 336 headliners. Flyweight champion Joshua Van, BMF champion Charles Oliveira, and former two‑division champ Alex Pereira answer questions alongside Manel Kape, Diego Lopes, Sergei Pavlovich, and interim‑title contenders Carlos Prates and Michael Morales. Oliveira vs. Lopes headlines UFC 335 on Dec. 12 at T‑Mobile Arena, while Pereira battles heavyweight Sergei Pavlovich in the co‑main event, eyeing a historic third title. UFC 336 kicks off 2027 in Toronto with Van vs. Kape and Prates vs. Morales for an interim belt.
Mike Perry re-signs with UFC
Mike "Platinum" Perry officially re‑signs with the UFC, ending a five‑year absence since his unanimous decision loss to Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Vegas 23 in April 2021. After dominating Bare Knuckle FC with a 7‑0 record and the "King of Violence" title—defeating UFC veterans Luke Rockhold, Michael Page, Eddie Alvarez and Jeremy Stephens—Perry returned to MMA, securing a second‑round TKO over Nate Diaz on the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano Netflix card in May. A scheduled bout with Dillon Danis fell through, and a substitute fight with Brandon Jenkins ended early due to a shoulder injury. His initial UFC run was 7‑8 with four post‑fight bonuses.
Vadim Nemkov sees ‘really good’ chance Fedor Emelianenko beats Francis Ngannou in boxing
PFL heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov says his mentor, 50‑year‑old PRIDE legend Fedor Emelianenko, still has the speed, power and footwork to beat former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in a boxing match. Emelianenko, who hasn’t fought since a 2022 Bellator loss, rules out an MMA return but calls a boxing bout a "real dream" if MVP offers it. Nemkov, riding a 14‑fight unbeaten streak, will defend his PFL title against Sergey Bilostennyi in Dubai on November 17, before the league rebrands under MVP MMA in 2027. He praises Emelianenko’s mentoring and predicts a Fedor victory over Ngannou.
Tommy McMillen releases first statement since reported possible overdose
Undefeated featherweight prospect Tommy McMillen confirms he’s fine after a reported overdose scare. TMZ said police found the 28‑year‑old at a Scottsdale nightclub on Sunday, surrounded by a white powdery substance, and administered Narcan. Coach Tim Welch and McMillen himself posted that the fighter is “completely OK” and back in training, even saying he’s ready for a short‑notice fight. McMillen, a 12‑0 UFC rookie who earned a contract on Dana White’s Contender Series in 2025 and three Fight‑of‑the‑Night bonuses — most recently against Marwan Rahiki at Noche UFC 4 — is now focused on his next bout.
Matt Brown, Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson recount epic fight and sharing an ambulance afterwards
Matt Brown recounts his 2012 UFC 145 welterweight win over Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson, noting he became the first man to defeat the once‑undefeated striker via unanimous decision after three gritty rounds. Brown describes a failed Jon Jones‑style opening, his successful takedowns, and how Thompson's famed striking couldn’t stop the grappling. Both fighters were forced to share the lone ambulance to a hospital, where Thompson’s dad immediately demanded a rematch, prompting a heated exchange. The story blends fight strategy, post‑bout injuries, and the memorable ambulance‑side banter that still resonates with both competitors.
Jake Paul vs. Cedric Doumbe co-main event revealed
Jake Paul squares off against former PFL star Cedric Doumbe in the main event of a Dec. 24 boxing card in Dubai’s Coca‑Cola Arena. The co‑main features a unified super‑welterweight title rematch between Chantelle Cameron and Mikaela Mayer, slated for 10 rounds after Cameron’s unanimous‑decision win in August. U.S. Olympian Jahmal Harvey seeks his sixth pro win against Scotland’s Craig Morgan, and a heavyweight bout pits ex‑UFC veterans Alistair Overeem against Jimi Manuwa. Tickets go on sale Sunday, though broadcast details remain pending.
Merab Dvalishvili still competing at RAF Abu Dhabi, Saba Lazishvili also added to card after Usman Nurmagomedov attack
Merand Dvalishvili, the former UFC bantamweight champion, confirms he will still fight Marlon Moraes at RAF Abu Dhabi despite being assaulted by Usman Nurmagomedov and his team earlier in the week. The 48‑hour detention left Dvalishvili bloodied, but he chose to compete on Saturday at Etihad Arena. Rookie wrestler Saba Lazishvili, who helped fend off Nurmagomedov’s crew, replaces Umar Nurmagomedov to meet Urijah Faber in his pro‑wrestling debut. The event is headlined by Khamzat Chimaev vs. Chris Weidman, with co‑main Arman Tsarukyan vs. Neiman Gracie also on the card.
UFC 334 weigh-in results: 1 fighter misses weight by over 4 pounds, championship bouts set
At UFC 334 weigh‑ins, lightweight Terrance McKinney misses weight by a striking 4.6 lb, tipping the scale at 160.2 lb for his bout with Jim Miller. Miller agrees to a catch‑weight fight, and McKinney surrenders 30% of his purse while pledging to move up to welterweight. Featherweight Juan Diaz also falls short, weighing 136.4 lb—0.4 lb over the limit—and forfeits 20% of his purse. All other fighters, including heavyweight title contenders Ciryl Gane (242.6 lb) vs. Josh Hokit (231.4 lb) and bantamweight champions Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes (both 135 lb), make weight without issue.
UFC 334 weigh-in video: Gane vs. Hokit
At UFC 334 weigh‑ins in New York City, heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane steps onto the scale to defend his title against challenger Josh Hokit, both aiming to meet the 265‑lb limit. The co‑main event features former teammates Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes squaring off for the bantamweight title, a bout that’s been five years in the making as Nunes returns from retirement, with a 135‑lb ceiling. The official weigh‑ins begin at 9 a.m. ET Friday, followed by the ceremonial weigh‑ins at 5 p.m. ET, and the full fight card—including Caio Borralho vs. Yousri Belgaroui and Stephen Thompson vs. Charles Radtke—will stream on Paramount+.
Dana White rips RAF’s security protocols following Usman Nurmagomedov’s attack on Merab Dvalishvili
UFC president Dana White condemns the Renaissance Athletic Federation’s (RAF) lax security after Usman Nurmagomedov and his crew assaulted Merab Dvalishvili during a pre‑event interview in Abu Dhabi. The altercation left Dvalishvili and a teammate bloodied, and Nurmagomedov plus seven others received six‑month jail sentences. White, speaking to EuroSport ahead of UFC 334, says RAF’s recurring brawls—exemplified by incidents involving Khamzat Chimaev, Arman Tsarukyan and Belal Muhammad—show a failure to curb violence. He urges RAF to improve safety, noting such chaos harms the sport and endangers athletes, especially in high‑profile venues like the Middle East.
Usman Nurmagomedov, 7 others reportedly sentenced to 6 months in jail for attack on Merab Dvalishvili
Eight men, including PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov, receive six‑month jail terms for assaulting UFC contender Merab Dvalishvili in a Yas Hilton hotel lobby on Wednesday. Nurmagomedov and his associates slapped Dvalishvili during an interview, injuring him and his friend Saba Lazishvili. Six defendants are fined Dh300,000 ($80,000) and will be deported after serving their sentences; the two videographers face the same penalties for privacy violations. Two others receive Dh50,000 fines but avoid prison. Dvalishvili has been released, and Nurmagomedov was in the UAE to coach his brother Umar for an upcoming RAF Abu Dhabi bout.
RAF releases update on Merab Dvalishvili’s status following hotel brawl with Usman Nurmagomedov
RAF confirms Merab Dvalishvili has been released from custody after a violent hotel brawl in Abu Dhabi involving former PFL champion Usus Nurmagomedov and UFC rival Umar Nurmagomedov. The incident, captured on video, left Dvalishvili bruised and raised doubts about his scheduled bantamweight bout against Marlon Moraes this Saturday at RAF Abu Dhabi. RAF CEO Chad Bronstein thanked local authorities and announced Dvalishvili is back in Abu Dhabi, though his fight status remains unconfirmed. The Nurmagomedovs have been banned from the event and face possible jail time, adding further intrigue to Dvalishvili’s future in MMA.
Morning Report: Daniel Cormier condemns Usman Nurmagomedov’s attack on Merab Dvalishvili
Daniel Cormier publicly condemns Usman Nurmagomedov after the latter led a group that attacked Merab Dvalishvili at the RAF Abu Dhabi event on November 13, 2026, leaving Dvalishvili bloodied and likely sidelining him from competition. Cormier, a longtime friend of Usman, called the incident “dangerous” and warned it will haunt Usman's career, noting the broader fallout for both fighters and the sport. He referenced past MMA brawls, including Khabib Nurmagomedov’s clash with Dillon Danis, to stress that such behavior carries serious repercussions. Usman remains silent and has been banned from the upcoming RAF weekend.
‘How’s your mom doing?’: Josh Hokit takes aim at Ciryl Gane, flips off Alex Pereira ahead of UFC 334
At the UFC 334 press conference in New York, challenger Josh Hokit turned the event into a spectacle, heckling champion Ciryl Gane with profanity‑laden chants and even demanding the crowd yell “F*ck Ciryl Gane.” Wearing goggles and a protective cup, Hokit also flipped off former champion Alex Pereira, reigniting a personal feud. Despite UFC CEO Dana White’s lukewarm view of Hokit’s antics, he affirmed the title shot for Saturday, noting Hokit’s record‑breaking rise after just four UFC wins. The aggressive trash talk set the tone for a highly anticipated heavyweight showdown.
No Bets Barred | Can Josh Hokit upset Ciryl Gane and complete one of the fastest rises in UFC History?
UFC returns to Madison Square Garden for UFC 334, featuring a heavyweight title bout between new champion Ciryl Gane and fast‑rising challenger Josh Hokot on November 13, 2026. Host Jed Meshew previews the fight on episode 169 of the No Bets Barred podcast, debating whether Hokot can upset Gane’s meteoric rise, while also weighing the co‑main event bantamweight showdown of Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes and other marquee storylines. The episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms.
‘What a bunch of f*cking idiots’: Dana White reacts to Usman Nurmagomedov attacking Merab Dvalishvili
UFC CEO Dana White condemns a hotel‑lobby brawl that erupted on Tuesday when Usman Nurmagomedov slapped Merger Dvalishvili, sparking a fight that led to multiple arrests by Abu Dhabi police. White called the participants “a bunch of f*cking idiots,” insisting such behavior has no place outside the cage. The incident occurred ahead of the RAF Abu Dhabi event, where Dvalishvili was set to fight Marlon Moraes and Umar Nurmagomedov was slated for a bout with Urijah Faber. Usman has been barred from the event, but remains under contract with the PFL, and the UFC says it has no current talks with him.
Josh Hokit wears goggles to his faceoff with Ciryl Gane ahead of UFC 334
At UFC 334's press conference, heavyweight contender Josh Hokit turned heads by wearing goggles and an athletic cup, mocking Ciryl Gane’s recent eye‑poke foul that sidelined the French fighter and cost him the title. Hokit removed the goggles for a close look before their Saturday heavyweight championship bout. The event also featured a tense face‑off between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes, with Harrison demanding a 145‑lb rematch for the women’s bantamweight belt, while Nunes highlighted her unbeaten double‑champ status after a three‑year hiatus.
UFC 334 press conference video
The UFC 334 pre‑fight press conference kicks off Thursday at 6 p.m. ET, featuring the heavyweight title defense of Ciryl Gane against outspoken challenger Josh Hokit. Co‑main event buzz surrounds Kayla Harrison’s return to bantamweight, where she defends her belt against former champion Amanda Nunes, who comes out of a three‑year retirement. Middleweights Caio Borralho, Yousri Belgaroui, Uros Medic and Kevin Holland also appear ahead of their welterweight bout, while flyweight hopefuls Bilal Hasan and Luis Gurule round out the card. The livestream lets fans catch all the hype before the fights.
Amanda Nunes reveals her toughest opponent and it’s not Kayla Harrison
Amanda Nunes, returning from retirement for UFC 334, says her toughest opponent was Cris Cyborg—not Kayla Harrison. Nunes recalls her 51‑second featherweight knockout of Cyborg in 2026, which made her a two‑division champion, as the most challenging fight of her career. While confident she’ll reclaim the bantamweight title against two‑time Olympian Harrison, she stresses there’s no personal animosity, only competition. Nunes promises a win on Saturday and looks forward to adding more belts to her wall, emphasizing the significance of the bout for women’s MMA.
Report: Tommy McMillen taken to the hospital after a possible overdose
UFC newcomer Tommy McMillen is hospitalized after a possible overdose at Scottsdale’s Cake nightclub. Police found him unresponsive with a white powdery substance, administered Narcan, and he arrived in stable condition. The 28‑year‑old, a Sean O’Malley protégé and 2025 Contender Series breakout star with three UFC wins and a recent Fight‑of‑the‑Night victory over Marwan Rahiki, is now recovering.
Alistair Overeem vs. Jimi Manuwa added to Paul vs. Doumbe fight card
Former UFC heavyweights Alistair Overeem and Jimi Manuwa will square off on the Jake Paul vs. Cedric Doumbe boxing card in Dubai on Dec. 24. The six‑round bout, announced by Most Valuable Promotions, marks Overeem’s return to combat sports after his 2020 Glory win was overturned due to a failed drug test, and Manuwa’s comeback following a knockout of Chase Sherman in August. Overeem says a victory could set up a long‑desired fight with kick‑boxing champion Rico Verhoeven, while Manuwa vows to prove his knockout power. Broadcast details remain pending.
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