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Former champ 'shocked' Ciryl Gane is such a favorite over Josh Hokit

Former middleweight champ Chris Weidman believes Josh Hokit will beat Ciryl Gane at UFC 334.
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Former champ 'shocked' Ciryl Gane is such a favorite over Josh Hokit

Thu, October 29, 2026 at 3:38 AM UTC·

Jorge Masvidal 'betting the house' on Josh Hokit to beat Ciryl Gane at UFC 334

The original BMF Jorge Masvidal is confident Josh Hokit will win the heavyweight crown at UFC 334.

Stipe Miocic predicts Gane vs Hokit and future Tom Aspinall match-ups ahead of UFC 334

Interview: The divisive Josh Hokit will challenge Ciryl Gane for the belt once held by Miocic and Aspinall, the latter of whom vacated the title due to injury in September

Stipe Miocic reacts to Josh Hokit’s controversial character before UFC 334 title fight

Interview: Hokit, who plays a WWE-style character, came under fire for labelling Michelle Obama a ‘man’ after fighting at the White House

UFC 334 odds: Amanda Nunes returns as underdog at MSG

The Ultimate Fighting Championship’s annual Madison Square Garden card is fast approaching, and as per the odds, its main card features some competitive matchups and one massive betting favorite.

Exclusive: UFC Legend Stipe Miocic Weighs In On Tom Aspinall Vacating, Alex Pereira's Ceiling, and Josh Hokit's Antics

Stipe Miocic praises Tom Aspinall's decision to vacate the heavyweight belt, backs Alex Pereira to win a third title, and shares his honest take on Josh Hokit.

UFC’s most decorated Heavyweight champion ‘glad’ he never had to fight ‘super tough’ Alexander Volkov – ‘He’ll get it done’

“Drago” has at least one important figure in his corner. No. 2-ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight Alexander Volkov continued his march toward a long-awaited title shot by defeating Rizvan Kuniev via unanimous decision at UFC 333 this past weekend (Sat., Oct. 24, 2026) inside Etihad Arena on “Fight Island” in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Unfortunately, […]

Alexander Volkov: 'Of course' Dana White didn't recognize me at UFC presser — 'I'm not even sure he can remember my name'

"I bet every time he hears my name, he thinks they're talking about Alexander Volkanovski," the Russian contender said of his viral exchange with the UFC boss.

Robert Whittaker picks Alexander Volkanovski to beat Justin Gaethje in potential fight

Former middleweight champ Robert Whittaker thinks Alexander Volkanovski would beat Justin Gaethje.

Why one UFC analyst doesn't care for Justin Gaethje vs. Alexander Volkanovski

Michael Bisping says a superfight between Justin Gaethje and Alexander Volkanovski would put two divisions in limbo.

“He’ll Get It Done” – Stipe Miocic Believes Alexander Volkov Has What It Takes to Win UFC Heavyweight Gold

Stipe Miocic backs Alexander Volkov to eventually win the UFC heavyweight title in the future.

Khamzat Chimaev says he'll chase Sean Strickland to heavyweight for rematch

Khamzat Chimaev says he is willing to follow Sean Strickland to another weight class to secure a rematch.

Michael Bisping doesn't want to see Alexander Volkanovski fight Justin Gaethje

Former middleweight champ Michael Bisping isn't a fan of Alexander Volkanovski moving up to fight Justin Gaethje

Alexander Volkanovski's coach points to key factor in beating Justin Gaethje

Joe Lopez sees UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski figuring out Justin Gaethje.

Alexander Volkov: Dana White still has no answer on UFC title shot

While Alexander Volkov is certain Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White doesn’t remember his name, he has a more pressing concern.

Between the Links: UFC 333 fallout, Justin Gaethje vs. Alexander Volkanovski chatter, UFC 336 title fights

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Arman Tsarukyan Confused By Justin Gaethje's Absence As UFC Title Fight Looms

Arman Tsarukyan wants answers regarding his next UFC fight as soon as possible.

Chael Sonnen Rips Alex Volkanovski for Justin Gaethje Fight Pitch

UFC Hall of Famer Chael Sonnen ripped Alex Volkanovski for his fight pitch about a superfight against Justin Gaethje.After knocking out Movsar Evloev at UFC 333 and defending his UFC featherweight title, Volkanovski made it clear that he hopes to fight Gaethje for the UFC lightweight title in what he has pitched to be a […] The post Chael Sonnen Rips Alex Volkanovski for Justin Gaethje Fight Pitch appeared first on HEAVY.

Got next? Alexander Volkov sails past Alex Pereira in UFC 333 rankings update

Alexander Volkov wanted to know what steps were required to secure a heavyweight title shot. While he didn’t get a straight answer from UFC CEO Dana White, who may or may not recognize Volkov if he tripped over “Drago” in the subway, the Russian may have answered his own question with his victory over fellow […]

Alex Volkanovski’s pitch to fight Justin Gaethje ‘one of the dumbest ideas’ in UFC history

Reigning UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski wants to move up to lightweight, fight Justin Gaethje for the 155-pound title, then retire from combat sports. And it sounds like “The Great” has the support of UFC CEO Dana White. But former UFC title contender and current MMA analyst Chael Sonnen is not impressed by the idea […]

Morning Report | Alexander Volkanovski lists two fights he’d like if Justin Gaethje fight can’t happen

Alexander Volkanovski calls for vacant title fight with Arman Tsarukyan if Justin Gaethje retires

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