Gane Beats Hokit at UFC 334: Full Results, Scores & What's Next
Ciryl Gane outpointed Josh Hokit 48-47 on all three cards at UFC 334 in New York to retain the heavyweight title after five gruelling rounds.
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NEW YORK — Ciryl Gane retained the UFC heavyweight championship on Saturday night, outpointing Josh Hokit by unanimous decision after five gruelling rounds at Madison Square Garden, where all three judges scored the UFC 334 main event 48-47 for the champion.
The 36-year-old Frenchman, defending the belt for the first time since his promotion to undisputed champion in September, survived a fast start and took control through the middle rounds. Hokit, 29, suffered the first defeat of his career in New York.
Key Takeaways
- Gane beat Hokit by unanimous decision (48-47 on all three cards) to retain the UFC heavyweight title.
- Kayla Harrison submitted Amanda Nunes by rear-naked choke in round four to keep the women's bantamweight title.
- Stephen Thompson ended his career with a third-round spinning wheel kick knockout of Charles Radtke.
- Luis Gurule upset previously unbeaten Bilal Hasan by split decision as a +700 underdog.
UFC 334 Full Results: Every Fight on the Main Card and Prelims
| Fight | Result | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit | Gane by unanimous decision | 48-47 x3, R5 |
| Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes | Harrison by submission | Rear-naked choke, R4 1:29 |
| Caio Borralho vs. Yousri Belgaroui | Borralho by unanimous decision | 30-27 x3, R3 |
| Uros Medic vs. Kevin Holland | Majority draw | 28-28, 29-27, 28-28 |
| Luis Gurule vs. Bilal Hasan | Gurule by split decision | 28-29, 29-28, 29-28 |
Borralho landed five takedowns and controlled Belgaroui, a former GLORY kickboxing title contender, for a clear-cut decision, Medic lost a point in round two for repeated low blows, and his bout with Holland ended in a majority draw despite Holland outlanding him 53-35 in significant strikes. Gurule controlled Hasan on the ground in rounds two and three after a strong opening round from the unbeaten Peruvian.
On the prelims, Terrance McKinney knocked out veteran Jim Miller in the first round, Cesar Almeida handed Donte Johnson his first career loss with a first-round stoppage, Bia Mesquita submitted Macy Chiasson to pass Ronda Rousey for the most submissions in UFC women's bantamweight history, with four. Harrison's submission of Nunes had set the tone for the championship double-header.
How Ciryl Gane Beat Josh Hokit: Scorecards and Fight Breakdown
Hokit shot for a takedown in the opening seconds and took the first round with a slam, but Gane settled into his striking rhythm from round two and did enough in the championship rounds to take the decision. Gane's cleaner work in rounds four and five proved decisive.
Gane won the interim title in June with a second-round knockout of former two-division champion Alex Pereira at the White House, and was promoted to undisputed champion in September after Tom Aspinall vacated the belt through injury. He has not lost since his vacant-title defeat to Jon Jones in March 2023. Hokit, who debuted last November, had won four straight, including victories over Curtis Blaydes and Derrick Lewis.
What's Next for Ciryl Gane After UFC 334?
The UFC has not yet announced a date or an opponent for Gane's next title defence, and no rematch with Hokit has been confirmed. Hokit remains one of the division's leading contenders despite the defeat, and a second meeting cannot be ruled out. the title has a defending champion, and the next challenger will be decided in the coming weeks.
Elsewhere in sport this weekend, Wales beat New Zealand 35-28 for their first win over the All Blacks since 1953, while Cade Cunningham scored 52 points in the first 50-point, 10-assist, zero-turnover game in NBA history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the UFC 334 main event between Ciryl Gane and Josh Hokit?
Ciryl Gane won by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the five-round heavyweight title fight 48-47 in his favour.
How did Kayla Harrison beat Amanda Nunes at UFC 334?
Harrison retained the women's bantamweight title by submitting Nunes with a rear-naked choke at 1:29 of the fourth round. Nunes was returning after more than three years away.
What happened in the Uros Medic vs Kevin Holland fight at UFC 334?
The welterweight bout ended in a majority draw, on the scorecards. Medic lost a point in round two for repeated low blows.
Did Stephen Thompson retire after UFC 334?
Yes. Thompson knocked out Charles Radtke with a spinning wheel kick at 2:54 of the third round in his retirement fight, then laid his gloves on the canvas. The 43-year-old finished his career with an 18-9-1 record.
