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411’s UFC 334 Report: Gane and Harrison Retain Gold

November 15, 2026 | Posted by Robert Winfree
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MAIN CARD (9 p.m. ET, Paramount+)
(c) Ciryl Gane (242.6 lbs.) vs. #4 Josh Hokit (231.4 lbs.) – for heavyweight title
(c) Kayla Harrison (135 lbs.) vs. Amanda Nunes (135 lbs.) – for women’s bantamweight title
#5 Caio Borralho (185.4 lbs.) vs. Yousri Belgaroui (186 lbs.)
#11 Uros Medic (171 lbs.) vs. #15 Kevin Holland (170.4 lbs.)
Bilal Hasan (125.4 lbs.) vs. Luis Gurule (125.2 lbs.)

PRELIMINARY CARD (7 p.m. ET, Paramount+)
Stephen Thompson (170.6 lbs.) vs. Charles Radtke (170.8 lbs.)
Drew Dober (155.4 lbs.) vs. Chris Duncan (155.4 lbs.)
Jim Miller (155.6 lbs.) vs. Terrance McKinney (160.2 lbs.)*
Donte Johnson (189 lbs.) vs. Cesar Almeida (189.6 lbs.) – 190-pound contract weight

PRELIMINARY CARD (5 p.m. ET, Paramount+)
Jared Gordon (155.6 lbs.) vs. Melquizael Costa (155.4 lbs.)
#10 Macy Chiasson (134.8 lbs.) vs. #11 Bia Mesquita (135.8 lbs.)
Juan Diaz (136.4 lbs.)* vs. Alatengheili (135.6 lbs.)
Evan Elder (156 lbs.) vs. Samuel Sanches (153.6 lbs.)

Hello everyone and welcome to 411mania’s LIVE coverage of UFC 334, I’m Robert Winfree and I’ll be your host. Well 2026 is winding down and we’re already at the annual MSG show. There are two title fights on top of this one, the main event is for the UFC heavyweight title when champion Ciryl Gane tries for his second defense since being promoted to full champion. Across from him is the recently debuted and outspoke Josh Hokit. Heavyweight is still in a fairly rough spot overall with the lineal champion being out of the promotion and Tom Aspinall never actually losing his title in the cage. But Hokit’s fights have been entertaining thus far and Gane has been one of the better heavyweights for a few years now, so we’ll see what happens. The co-main event is an odd one, Kayla Harrison is defending her bantamweight title against former two weight world champion Amanda Nunes. Harrison is a very decorated competitor in Judo, but making 135 is not a thing she can keep doing while Nunes is coming off of a 3.5 year retirement and is 38 years old. The women’s side of things isn’t in a super great spot so if both women retire after this fight, a real possibility, there’s a lot of uncertainty around the division even existing next year. There’s also a really interesting fight between Caio Borralho and rising fighter Yousri Belgaroui, Uros Medic vs. Kevin Holland will be good fun, and the UFC is really trying to get Bilal Hassan over. On the prelims we’ve got Stephen Thompson’s retirement fight, Jim Miller still doing the darn thing, Melquizael Costa back in action, and Bia Mesquita still looking to inject some energy into women’s bantamweight. All in all it’s a solid card on paper, now let’s hope for some action to go along with it.

UFC 334 comes to the world from Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, USA. We’ve got the usual big event trio of Jon Anik, Joe Rogan, and Daniel Cormier on commentary with Megan Olivi as our roving reporter and Bruce Buffer handling announcing. We’ll be in the usual 30 foot cage and I believe New York has the newer rules in place. Of course if that’s wrong I’ll be sure to update things.

Evan Elder has gone 3-2 in the UFC but he’s on a three fight winning streak, he’s also been out of action since April of last year but another win here would set him up nicely for 2027. Samuel Sanches brings an eight fight winning streak into his UFC debut, and he’s trying to capitalize on his only chance at making a first impression. Sanches is -125 to +105 on Elder, always nice to start with a close fight.

Lightweight Bout: Evan Elder (10-2, 156 lbs.) vs. Samuel Sanches (11-1, 153.6 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: These two are the same height while Sanches has two and a half inches of reach advantage. Sanches comes out with a left hook and a front kick. Elder lands a hard right hand then a lunging left hook wobbles Sanches. More pressure from Elder, Sanches lands a knee and an elbow. These two aren’t wasting time, Elder pushes into a clinch and hits a sacrifice throw to get on top in half guard. Sanches moves to his knees, Elder takes the ride position. Both men move to the fence, Sanches badly grabs the fence to pull himself upright. Of course the ref does nothing about it but tell him to stop. They settle into a chest to chest clinch, Elder doing fence grabbing now. Eventually Sanches slips free and lands a knee. Calf kick from Elder then Sanches lands a right hand counter. Right hand from Sanches. Elder lands a body kick but he looks like he’s fading a bit. Jab from Sanches. Elder lands a calf kick but Sanches responds with a combination. Both men land lefts. Sanches is showing stance switches now then lands a right hand. Left hook from Sanches wobbles Elder, he looks to follow up along the fence now. Sanches digs the body with a left hook then lands a jab. Leg kick from Elder but Sanches doesn’t care and is really starting to dissect him. Right hand from Elder. Elder lands a couple more calf kicks. Sanches lands a couple jabs then a right hand as Elder tried a spinning attack. Elder off balances Sanches with a right hand and gets on top in full guard as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Elder

ROUND TWO: Both men come out jabbing. Elder lands a leg kick, then another. They clinch, Sanches lands a knee then separates. Elder misses a few punches then Sanches lands a jab. Right hand from Sanches. Left to the body from Sanches. Inside leg kick from Elder. Right hand from Sanches drops Elder, he was kicking at the time, but Sanches lets him stand back up. Uppercut from Sanches partially lands. Elder lands a right hand. Both men land in close then Sanches lands a left hand. Double leg from Elder, that hits the fence though and things stall. Knee from Elder as they break apart. Both men land punches. They trade left hooks. Right uppercut from Sanches then a follow up right. Elder lands a right hand. Left to the body from Elder. More body shots from Elder, those are working for him now. Sanches lands a left hook, Elder complains it was an eye poke but the ref says to fight on. Both men hit the body. Elder hits a double leg to get on top in full guard. Replay shows that Sanches did kind of get the thumb into the eye of Elder when jabbing, tough one to call there. Elder lands an elbow. The round ends with Elder throwing a few more strikes from on top.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Elder, 20-18 Elder overall

ROUND THREE: Elder lands a body kick then shoots and he gets a takedown against the fence. Sanches wall walks, Elder gets him back down into leg drag. Hard hammerlock attack from Elder but he loses the grip. Sanches wall walks into another clinch, Elder slips to the back standing and is just looking to kill time. They get chest to chest then Sanches lands a knee as they break. Right hand from Sanches. They’re kind of just jousting with strikes for a bit now. Chopping elbow from Sanches lands. Sanches lands a left hand. They split a few jabs then both men miss rights. Both men land punches in close. Uppercut and left hook from Sanches. Sanches with a left hook to counter a spinning back fist. Elder hits a double leg into side control. Sanches moves to turtle, Elder gets to the ride position. Sanches grabs the fence trying to get up, the ref finally takes a point for that one. Elder tries to attack an arm triangle, Sanches escapes and forces him back up. Both men miss punches. Elder hits the body again. Short elbow from Sanches in close. They’re both dead tired, Elder gets a clinch and hits a throw to get on top in half guard with 15 seconds left. The round ends with Elder on top.

SCORECARD: 10-8 Elder after the point deduction, 30-26 Elder overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Evan Elder via unanimous decision (30-26 x3)

Mic time for Elder, he feels amazing and gives glory to God then says the card is going to be great. He sucks up to UFC brass and promises he’s got more to show going forward. He talks about fighting will, not just fighting skill, to close.

Alatengheili has traded wins and losses while going 2-2 in his last four fights, he’s coming off of a win though and is looking for his first winning streak since 2022, he also took this fight on fairly short notice. Juan Diaz is on a nine fight winning streak including his UFC debut back in May, he missed weight for this fight but is hoping another win will help smooth over that gaff. The odds quite like Diaz at -440 to +340 for Alatengheili.

Bantamweight Bout: Juan Diaz (16-1-1, 136.4 lbs.)* vs. Alatengheili (18-10-2, 135.6 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Diaz is three and a half inches taller with three inches of reach advantage, he also missed weight of course. Calf kick from Diaz. Jab from Diaz bothers the eye of Alatengheili. Bit of a right hand from Diaz. Alatengheili falls short with a few punches, he’s not got a feel for the range yet. Right hand from Diaz. They clinch up in space and trade a few knees before fighting free. Alatengheili falls short with punches again. Jab from Diaz. Right to the body from Diaz then a jab. One two from Diaz partially lands. They clinch up, Diaz lands a knee to the body then forces things to the fence. A few knees to the body from Diaz then both men separate. Alatengheili lands a right hand. Bit of a head kick from Diaz then a right hand. Another clinch and both men hit the body a few times. Alatengheili is looking for a reap but Diaz blocks them and then pushes free. Alatengheili lands a right hand. Diaz lands a right hand. Bit of an elbow from Diaz in close then he misses a spinning attack to end the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Diaz

ROUND TWO: Diaz back to jabbing at range. Alatengheili lands a right to the body but eats a couple of counters for it. Diaz with a left hook. Both men land in close. Alatengheili is looking to crash into the pocket more now but walks into a stiff jab. Left to the body from Alatengheili. Diaz punches into a clinch and pushes things to the fence. Some knees go back and forth before they break. One two from Diaz. Alatengheili falls short with a few more punches but lands a calf kick. Body kick from Diaz. Another body kick from Diaz. Alatengheili hits the body again but eats a counter left hook. Jabs from Diaz then a right hand. More jabs from Diaz. Diaz lands a right hand. Left to the body from Diaz then a right hand. Another jab from Diaz. Elbow from Diaz in the clinch, then a knee before Alatengheili pulls free. Right elbow from Diaz. Bit of a misdirection elbow from Diaz to end the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Diaz, 20-18 Diaz overall

ROUND THREE: Diaz gets back to punching and moving forward. The jabs and combinations from Diaz are really flowing now. Alatengheili is circling but more covering up now. Uppercut from Diaz. Short uppercut from Diaz. Alatengheili tries a single leg but Diaz defends then lands a right hand. Diaz lands a right hand. Combination from Diaz. Diaz lands a jab. Alatengheili misses a few punches, he just can’t get the range right. A couple left hooks from Diaz land. Inside leg kick from Diaz then a left to the body. Both men land in close but Diaz has the volume edge. Bit of a right hand from Alatengheili. Stiff jabs from Diaz then Alatengheili blocks a head kick. A couple elbows from Diaz in close. Long combination from Diaz but Alatengheili then clocks Diaz with a right hand that wobbles him, they swing a bit to close the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Diaz, 30-27 Diaz overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Juan Diaz via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

Mic time for Diaz and the translator, he puts over Alatengheili’s toughness and for taking the fight on short notice. He says he’s ready for anything going forward. When asked about the future more specifically he wants a ranked opponent after just two fights, that’s ambitious especially at bantamweight.

Macy Chiasson is on a three fight losing streak but still retains a top 10 spot, she really needs to get a win here to prove she’s still a relevant fighter in the division. Bia Mesquita is undefeated including three UFC wins and has a list of jiu-jitsu accolades as long as my arm. With bantamweight in trouble Mesquita is hoping to prove there’s still some potential and another win would move her a step closer to the title picture. Mesquita is the -260 favorite to Chiasson’s +210.

Women’s Bantamweight Bout: #10 Macy Chiasson (10-6, 134.8 lbs.) vs. #11 Bia Mesquita (8-0, 135.8 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Chiasson is a serious seven inches taller with four and a half inches of reach advantage. They touch gloves to get going. Chiasson opens southpaw. Mesquita looks to feint her way forward as Chiasson circles. Bit of a left hand from Chiasson. Chiasson keeps showing darting punches but is getting predictable. Mesquita lands a right hand then gets the back standing. Mesquita hits a single leg and gets on top. Punches from Mesquita then she gets the back and lands more punches as Chiasson rolls to get half guard. Mesquita moves tot he back and lands punches then a nice elbow. Choke from Mesquita, that’s in and she gets the body triangle then forces the tap.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Bia Mesquita via Submission, rear naked choke, at 3:23 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mrs. Mesquita for her work. Mic time for Mesquita, she’s really happy with her performance and feels she’s proving a lot in MMA. She puts over Chiasson and says she’s not here to be just another name but to push for the title. She puts over her team and looks forward to watching the women’s title fight later.

Melquizael Costa just had a six fight winning streak broken by Arnold Allen, now he’s looking to avoid his first UFC losing streak and find some more success now that he’s moving to lightweight. Jared Gordon is just 1-3 in his last four fights and is on a two fight losing streak, he’s also 38 years old and another loss here could signal the end of his time with the UFC. The odds are really with Costa at -400 while +310 for Gordon might tempt a few bettors out there.

Lightweight Bout: Jared Gordon (21-9 1 NC, 155.6 lbs.) vs. Melquizael Costa (26-8, 155.4 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Costa is an inch taller with three inches of reach advantage, he’s also 8 years younger. Southpaw for Costa. Gordon moves forward early. Costa shows a left hand then lands a body kick. Gordon is trying to get inside kicking range. Both men miss punches then Gordon lands an inside leg kick. Front kicks from Costa land now. Gordon blocks a high kick. Gordon pushes into a clinch and forces things to the fence. Bit of an elbow from Gordon then Costa slips free. Head kick from Costa is blocked but that was powerful. Another high kick from Costa then he misses a spinning kick. Inside leg kick from Costa then a left hand. Gordon lands a right hand but he’s walking into punches now. Costa lands a body kick, Gordon didn’t like that but Costa didn’t realize it. Side kick to the leg from Costa then a high kick is blocked. Costa misses a wheel kick. Another side kick to the knee from Costa then a high kick bothers Gordon. Front kick from Costa, he’s just abusing Gordon with those kicks at rage. Combination from Costa then a body kick, even when Gordon is blocking these his right are is getting torched. Left hand from Costa then Gordon forces a clinch. They break and Costa lands a kick that off balances Gordon as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Costa

ROUND TWO: More kicks from Costa to start the round. Gordon avoids a knee and gets a takedown into full guard. Costa works his guard up, he’s got a triangle attack going. Triangle choke is pretty much in for Costa and he’s turning the corner on the mat. Gordon tries to land a few punches but he’s in trouble here. Now Costa is looking to switch to an armbar attack, Gordon is trying to angle to a side and finally gets his head out and moves to side control. Gordon slips to the ride position and starts fishing for a choke. Both hooks in for Gordon, Costa stands with Gordon and Gordon bails on the position. Right hand from Gordon as he’s retained the clinch. Costa lands a knee then smothers a trip and gets on top of Gordon. Gordon wrestles up on a single leg, Costa lands an elbow but Gordon gets the takedown into full guard again. A few punches land for Gordon then he passes to half guard. Right hand for Gordon and he’ll end the round still on top.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Gordon, 19-19 overall

ROUND THREE: Quick takedown from Gordon, he gets to the ride but Costa gets up and free quickly. Body kick from Costa but Gordon pushes into a clinch. Outside trip from Gordon and he gets on top again. Gordon moves to half guard. Costa gets to his knees against the fence and wall walks into a clinch. Costa spins free and lands a front kick. Left hand from Costa. Gordon shoots, that hits the fence though and stalls out. They break without incident. Body kick from Costa. Bit of a one two from Costa. Left hand from Costa. Costa with an uppercut then a left hand. Left to the body from Costa then a left hand up top. Another body kick from Costa. Costa fights off a takedown. Both men miss punches then Cost avoids a clinch. Gordon lands a right hand but eats a few counters. Left hand from Costa. Costa stops another takedown and lands a left hand. Gordon avoids a spinning attack and gets a clinch. Costa smothers a takedown, he’s after a kneebar as the round ends, that gets a bit dangerous before the clock expires.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Costa but could go either way, 29-28 Costa overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Melquizael Costa via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)

Surprised at no split, but Gordon’s offense in the third frame didn’t have the pop that Costa’s did. Mic time for Costa and the translator, he thanks God first then says he’s happy to fight in the UFC. He puts over Gordon to close.

Donte Johnson is undefeated including three wins in the UFC, he’s looking to extend that to four in a row here and get one step closer to finally being rid of the Contender Series contract he’s still under. Cesar Almeida has gone 3-3 in the UFC but he’s on a two fight losing streak, he really needs to get back on the winning side of things here if he’s going to make anything of his time with the promotion. Johnson closed at -220 to +180 for Almeida.

Catchweight Bout: Donte Johnson (9-0, 189 lbs.) vs. Cesar Almeida (7-3, 189.6 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Almeida is five inches taller but the reach is identical, Johnson is also 11 years younger at 27. Johnson moves forward early with jabs and a calf kick. Some stance switches from Johnson as he lands a right hand. Solid right hand from Almeida. Superman punch from Johnson lands and a couple of follow ups. Almeida blocks a high kick. Right hand from Johnson. Left to the body from Almeida but Johnson counters with a right hand. Both men are doing a bit of stance switching now. Bit of a left hook from Almeida. Johnson lands a right hook. Bit of a body kick from Johnson, then another one. Almeida drops Johnson with a right hand, he looks to follow up. Johnson wrestles up, Almeida smothers him back down then gets to the back as Johnson does stand. They break and both men swing punches. Johnson lands a combination. Almeida lands a couple rights, one of them drops Johnson against the fence and that gets the stoppage.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Cesar Almeida via TKO, punches, at 3:20 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Almeida for his work. Mic time for Almeida and the translator, he’s very emotional and plays a bit with the crowd then thanks Johnson for taking the fight and agreeing to the catchweight when Almeida was not going to make weight. He says he’s crying to release things after his last knockout loss, then does the generic inspirational thing. To close he clarifies that his emotions are also just about being able to live his dream and provide for his family.

Jim Miller is a true veteran of the sport, he’s been with the UFC since 2008 and this is his 48th fight with them. He’s also got a number of other records like most wins in UFC history, most wins at lightweight in UFC history, most finishes in lightweight history, and so on. Miller’s UFC career is likely winding down overall but another win here near his home in New Jersey would be a great highlight to add to his legendary career. Terrance McKinney missed weight for this fight and announced he’s moving up in weight next time, he’s also a full on “kill or be killed” fighter with a habit of not getting out of the first round. McKinney is trying to avoid his first losing streak since 2023 here and looking to add a legend to his resume. All things considered it’s not surprising to see McKinney as the -220 favorite to +180 on Miller.

Lightweight Bout: Jim Miller (39-19 1 NC, 155.6 lbs.) vs. Terrance McKinney (18-9, 160.2 lbs.)*

ROUND ONE: McKinney is two inches taller, has two and a half inches of reach advantage, and is 11 years younger at 32, plus of course he missed weight by five pounds. Both men fighting southpaw. McKinney pushes forward and lands a left hand. Bit of a left from Miller. Miller lands a right hook. Calf kick from Miller, McKinney lands to the body afterward though. McKinney is looking to get his jab going, and Miller is trying to time a counter left hand. Miller lands a left. Jab from McKinney, that gets a small cut around the right eyebrow of Miller. Left from McKinney wobbles Miller, he follows up on the mat to get the stoppage.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Terrance McKinney via TKO, punches, at 1:53 of Round 1

The First Round Finish Club thanks Mr. McKinney for his work. Mic time for McKinney, he says he’s got to fight crazy to show that this is all through God. Not sure I get that connection. He apologizes for missing weight and says he’s moving up to welterweight.

Drew Dober is another veteran of the sport, he’s on a two fight winning streak currently and if he’s going to make a move in the division at age 38 he cannot afford another loss here. Chris Duncan has gone 6-2 in the UFC and just had a four fight winning streak broken by Renato Moicano, he’s trying to avoid his first losing streak here and make another push towards the rankings next year. Duncan is your favorite at -190 to Dober’s +160 comeback.

Lightweight Bout: Drew Dober (29-15 1 NC, 155.4 lbs.) vs. Chris Duncan (15-3, 155.4 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Duncan is two inches taller with an inch and a half of reach advantage. Southpaw for Dober, per usual. Both men probe with some early kicks, just looking for range. Bit of a body kick from Duncan. A few more body kicks from Duncan. Dober lands a left hand. Inside calf kick from Duncan then a body kick as well. Dober fires a head kick that’s mostly blocked. Duncan partially lands a head kick. Counter right from Duncan almost sits Dober down but he recovers. Duncan lands another body kick. Body kick then a right hand from Duncan. Both men block some power kicks. Bit of a body kick from Duncan then he gets a clinch to the fence. Short elbow from Duncan as he pulls out of the clinch. Dober lands a left hand to counter a body kick. Duncan blocks a body kick, both men are going to be walking awkwardly after hitting the elbows this many times. Bit of a combination from Dober. Duncan fires a high kick to close the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Duncan

ROUND TWO: Duncan throws a few more high kicks to start the round. Both men miss power hand punches then Duncan has a high kick blocked. Body kick from Duncan then a right hand. Bit of a left from Dober. Duncan lands a three punch combination then a knee. Both men avoid punches in close. Right hand from Duncan. Duncan shows more front kicks now, then Dober lands a cut kick but Duncan bounces up and partially lands a head kick. Inside calf kick from Duncan then a body kick. Right hand from Dober in close. Double jab from Duncan during a stance switch. Body kick from Duncan again. Dober lands a left hand. Bit of a head kick from Duncan, Dober then pushes forward and lands right hook. Intercepting elbow from Duncan then a body kick and both men land uppercuts in close. Pull right hand from Duncan mostly lands then a body kick to follow up. Dober misses a few kicks then Duncan lands a knee as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Duncan, 20-18 Duncan overall

ROUND THREE: Duncan lands a right hand to start the round. Bit of a high kick from Duncan, Dober returns it. Left hook from Dober in close and he keeps pressing forward. Both men swing in close, Dober is looking to get a brawl going. Duncan avoids a left hand and shoots a double leg, that hits the fence though and Dober then circles free. Glancing head kick from Duncan then a left hand, Dober fires back with his own high kick. Dober avoids a misdirect elbow then lands a left hand. Duncan lands a body kick. Both men avoid power hand punches. Dober has a high kick blocked then misses a spinning elbow. Uppercut from Duncan mostly lands. Dober avoids a right hand then fights off a takedown. Right hook from Dober. Duncan lands a front kick. Right hand from Duncan, well timed there. They trade rights but Duncan drops to a knee for half a second. They trade in close again. Bit of a left hand from Dober. They trade power hand punches then Dober lands a follow up left, he’s got Duncan backing up now. Duncan lands a right hand of his own. Duncan avoids a left hand and hits a takedown into half guard. Some body to head punches from Duncan then an elbow. Dober gets full guard and eats elbows as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Dober, 29-28 Duncan overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Chris Duncan via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27 x2)

No real issues with Duncan having stolen the third at the end. No interview for Duncan.

Stephen Thompson is calling it a career after this fight, he twice fought for the welterweight title but wasn’t able to get the judges on his side in those fights. He’s on a three fight losing streak and is mostly hoping to end his career on a high note. Charles Radtke has gone 5-2 in the UFC and is on a two fight winning streak, he’s mostly looking to spoil the feel good story of Thompson winning and maybe get another shot at another notable name next time out. Close one here, -135 on Thompson to +115 for Radtke.

Welterweight Bout: Stephen Thompson (17-9-1, 170.6 lbs.) vs. Charles Radtke (12-5, 170.8 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Thompson has three inches of height and reach advantage, he’s also 7 years older at 43. Thompson opens southpaw but will switch if he feels like it. Radtke moves forward, and Thompson lands a side kick. Jab from Thompson. Radtke is looking to get inside kicking range and that’s working well enough so far. Double leg from Radtke, he gets it against the fence. Thompson wall walks to his knees, both men land some punches from there. Eventually Thompson gets upright with Radtke holding the back. Thompson gets chest to chest. Knee from Thompson. Radtke is landing some short punches to the body and head but not much is happening here. Thompson gets a double collar tie, lands a knee and elbow, then spins free. Left hand from Thompson. Both men land punches. Bit of a one two from Thompson. Another one two from Thompson. Radtke looks to press forward and misses a few punches. Little combination from Thompson. Jab then a counter right from Thompson closes the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Radtke but could go either way

ROUND TWO: Bit of a right hand from Radtke to start the round. A couple side kicks from Thompson then a left hand. Calf kick from Thompson. Radtke walks into another jab. Radtke shoots, they hit the fence but he’s able to finish the takedown. Thompson quickly works to wall walk and gets upright. Thompson turns Radtke into the fence and then pulls free. They split a few jabs. Thompson with more jabs, he’s sniping well now. Calf kick from Thompson. Bit of a body kick from Thompson. Thompson lands a jab, Radtke tries a counter uppercut that doesn’t quite land. Radtke shoots again, they hit the fence and Thompson defends this time. A few short punches go back and forth then Thompson spins free. Thompson gets back to jabbing then lands a solid body kick. Radtke avoids a wheel kick but Thompson lands a couple follow up punches. Combination lands for Thompson. Glancing high kick from Thompson, Radtke is getting kind of picked apart now. Left hand from Thompson. Again Thompson lands a three punch combination. Radtke avoids a high kick but gets punched again. Body kick from Thompson hurts Radtke, Radtke shoots but Thompson defends then knees the body and lands a few punches on the mat as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Thompson, 19-19 overall

ROUND THREE: Thompson gets right back to where he was with a body kick. Side kicks to the body from Thompson then a hook kick hurts Radtke a bit. Radtke misses a right hand. Left hand from Thompson then a body kick. Counter right from Thompson then he avoids a takedown. Thompson with a blitz that doesn’t quite land. A couple rights land for Thompson. Radtke pushes forward and both men land punches into a clinch. Thompson defends a level change on the fence. A few elbows from Thompson land then he spins free. Thompson lands a front kick to the body then a bit of a head kick. Body shot from Thompson. Counter right from Thompson. Radtke misses a left hand. Thompson lands another body kick then hurts Radtke with a wheel kick, Radtke drops and that’ll do it.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Stephen Thompson via TKO, wheel kick, at 2:54 of Round 3

The Final Round Finish Club thanks Mr. Thompson for his work, and his career. Mic time for the retiring Thompson, he says he’s been almost 15 years in the UFC and this is about the best way to end it with that kind of a wheel kick. He talks us through the finish and says even if your hands are up that wont save you from that kind of kick. We get a highlight package for Thompson, the man always worked hard and turned in some very great fights over the years. The sport is lesser for his retirement, even Rogan is getting choked up during the interview. Thompson says he loves us, puts over the UFC then his team and family for all their years. Lastly he puts over the fans, whether we ever meet in this life or not he still loves his fans, then thanks God for everything.

Luis Gurule has gone just 1-4 in the UFC and lost in fairly short order his last time, he could very well be fighting for his job here. Bilal Hassan is undefeated including a successful UFC debut back in August, he’s looking to stay perfect here and continue building hype with another flashy but memorable performance. Hassan is the biggest favorite on the card at -1100 while +700 for Gurule might tempt some degenerate gamblers out there.

Flyweight Bout: Bilal Hasan (10-0 1 NC, 125.4 lbs.) vs. Luis Gurule (11-4, 125.2 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Hasan is two inches taller, has a significant six inches of reach advantage, and is 7 years younger at just 25. Southpaw for Hasan. Some stance switching for Hasan then he lands a calf kick. Gurule blocks a high kick. Spinning back kick from Hasan mostly lands. Hasan lands a front kick then a bit of a head kick. Spinning back kick from Hasan. More long range kicks from Hasan, he’s making sure Gurule is going to get chewed up if he tries to push into the pocket. The front kicks from Hasan are really bothering Gurule. Gurule finally bulls forward and off balances Hasan with a right hand but Hasan bounces back up. Bit of a high kick from Hasan. Knee from Hasan in close, Gurule swings back but can’t quite find the target. Body kick from Hasan. Gurule lands a calf kick. Hasan with another front kick. Calf kick from Gurule to close the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hasan but the knockdown from Gurule complicates things

ROUND TWO: Right hand from Gurule in close. Hasan lands a body kick then throws a head kick. Inside calf kick from Gurule. Hasan grabs a double collar tie and lands knees to the body. Gurule pushes things to the fence but can’t finish the takedown and Hasan slips free. Inside calf kick from Gurule. Spinning back kick from Hasan then a tornado kick partially lands. Right to the body from Hasan. Bit of a high kick from Hasan. Gurule catches a kick then lands a right hand. Hasan lands a left to the body then fights off a single leg attempt. Spinning back fist from Hasan is blocked. Left to the body from Hasan, Gurule shoots a double leg and gets it against the fence. Full guard for Hasan. Gurule lands a couple of short punches but nothing serious. Short elbow from Gurule, then a better one. They’ll end the round on the mat.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Gurule as I think the elbows at the end stole it but still a close one, 19-19 overall

ROUND THREE: Hasan lands a front kick to start the round. Bit of a right hand from Hasan. Gurule walks into an elbow but hits a takedown into half guard, he’s cut open from that elbow though. That cut on Gurule is pretty bad, it’s around the left eyebrow. Not much going on here, Gurule is trying to get offense working but it’s all small and he’s not really trying to pass or posture up. Gurule keeps grabbing the fence with his toes, the ref isn’t saying anything about it. Elbow from Gurule. Hasan just can’t get up at all and eventually gets full guard. Gurule avoids some guard play and hits the body. A right hand from Gurule closes the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Gurule, 29-28 Gurule overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Luis Gurule via split decision (28-29, 29-28 x2)

Mic time for Gurule and the new hole in his face, he mocks the odds and haters. He’s very happy and knows no one really believed in him for this fight but knew he could drown Hasan in deep water. He flubs some lines to close.

Uros Medic has gone 8-3 in the UFC but he’s on a four fight winning streak and he’s never been the distance in his career, now he’s taking on another veteran and with a win could be set up for a big name his next time out. Kevin Holland has gone 16-12 with 1 No Contest in the UFC while bouncing between welterweight and middleweight, he did win his last fight and now he’s trying to build another winning streak. The odds lean towards Medic at -165 to Holland’s +140.

Welterweight Bout: #11 Uros Medic (14-3, 171 lbs.) vs. #15 Kevin Holland (29-15 1 NC, 170.4 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Holland is two inches taller with a huge 10 inches of reach advantage. Southpaw for Medic and we get a touch of gloves to start things off. Holland misses a front kick. Bit of a jab from Medic. Kick to the back from Medic then an inside leg kick. Hard left hand from Medic, Holland fires back with an uppercut. Medic lands a body kick. Holland misses a few punches. Medic avoids a hook kick then throws a head kick but slips doing so. Both men land punches in close. Bit of a left from Medic but Holland responds by grabbing him and landing uppercuts. They tie up, Holland with a trip that might have messed with Medci’s knee then he grabs a d’arce choke and drags things down to the mat after Medic tried to stand. Medic is able to survive and scramble up, Holland tries the d’arce again but Medic survives then Holland lands a knee as they break. Medic with a front kick before the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Holland

ROUND TWO: Medic throws a body kick, that goes low into the groin so we’ve got a time out. Actually that was inside leg but on replay that looks pretty clean for most of it but it did glance the cup. Holland doesn’t take much time then we’re back to fighting. Medic lands a left hand. Holland keeps showing side kicks to the knee. Bit of a side kick from Holland. Medic lands a left hand. Left to the body from Medic. Holland falls short with a few punches then blocks a high kick. Medic does land a left hand in close. They get close and swing, Medic tries a knee that misses but his foot went into the groin so we’ve got another time out. Yeah on replay the top of the foot definitely went into the groin. Holland takes the full 5 minutes here then the ref takes a point from Medic and we’re back to fighting. Side kick from Holland. Holland keeps his lead leg active as he circles, then badly misses a left hook. Bit of a left hand from Medic. Holland hits a takedown but Medic rolls for a leg then lands punches while sprawling away from Holland. Eventually Holland wrestles up into a clinch. They’ll just kill the last 15 seconds in the clinch.

SCORECARD: 10-8 Holland after the point deduction, 20-17 Holland overall

ROUND THREE: Left hand from Medic bothers Holland, he looks to push forward with punches but Holland grabs a clinch. Medic is able to jockey for position but Holland is keeping him close. Things stall and the ref breaks them up. Bit of a body kick from Holland. Medic lands a body kick. Left hand from Medic lands again. Holland misses a high kick. Medic avoids a right hand then lands a left. Holland might be hurt now. Medic lands another punch. 90 seconds left for Medic to find a finish. Medic avoids a takedown attempt. Again Medic lands the left but doesn’t follow up. Holland badly misses a spinning back fist. Head kick from Medic lands, Holland is hurt but recovers though Medic lands some more punches. Leg kick from Medic but that wont get him the finish. Holland just circles, Medic lands a brief flurry along the fence as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Medic, 29-27 Holland overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – DRAW, majority, (29-27 Holland, 28-28 x2)

Wow, not sure I saw Medic winning the first, oh two judges had round 2 as a 9-9. That’s still a little odd from where I sit.

Caio Borralho suffered a loss to Nassourdine Imavov last year but rebounded by beating Reiner de Ridder, now he’s looking to build another winning streak and defend his top ranking in a competitive division. Yousri Belgaroui is on a six fight winning streak including three UFC wins, he’s getting a pretty big step up in class here but a win would catapult him near the title picture. Borralho is the -155 favorite while +130 on Belgaroui is a very tempting value bet.

Middleweight Bout: #5 Caio Borralho (18-2 1 NC, 185.4 lbs.) vs. Yousri Belgaroui (11-3, 186 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Belgaroui is four and a half inches taller with four inches of reach advantage. Southpaw for Borralho. Both men probe a bit with the lead hand. Borralho partially lands a left hand. Hard body kick from Belgaroui. Both men avoid a few kicks. Left to the body from Borralho the he shoots but settles for a clinch on the fence. Borralho slips to the back and tries to drag things down, he jumps for the back and gets a body triangle as Belgaroui is on a knee. Borralho gets a face crank going, it wont get a tap but it does get Belgaroui to get off a knee and all the way to the mat. Belgaroui rolls and gets half guard, Borralho lands an elbow then grabs at a guillotine but Belgaroui blocks that and gets to the fence on a knee. Borralho is still holding the front headlock and lands a knee. Belgaroui eventually wall walks into a clinch then spins free. Body kick from Belgaroui, Borralho lands a counter right. Bit of a head kick from Belgaroui then he misses a right hand. Right hand then a left hook from Belgaroui to close the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Borralho

ROUND TWO: Belgaroui moves forward to start the round and lands a right hand. Body kick from Belgaroui. Inside calf kick from Belgaroui. Borralho shows some stance switches but seems much less comfortable orthodox. Another high kick from Belgaroui partially lands. Short right from Belgaroui. Knee from Belgaroui, Borralho bulls into a clinch but can’t finish the takedown. Belgaroui is able to spin free without incident. Calf kick from Belgaroui. They trade rights, Borralho seems to have landed better. Borralho shoots and things hit the fence again. Belgaroui defends a few takedown, Borralho gets to the back standing. Borralho can’t keep the back, Belgaroui gets chest to chest then lands a knee as he gets free. Jab from Borralho but he walked into a knee for that one. Bit of a right hook from Borralho. Belgaroui starts moving forward, lands another intercepting knee but Borralho pushes things to the fence yet again. Borralho gets to the back standing and drags things down to get on top in side control. Belgaroui throws some elbows from his back then shrimps to half guard. Belgaroui wrestles upright as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Borralho but much closer, 20-18 Borralho overall

ROUND THREE: Belgaroui presses forward to start the round. A couple front kicks from Belgaroui. Another body kick from Belgaroui. Borralho lands a right hand then shoots and gets Belgaroui down against the fence. Belgaroui works to wall walk, Borralho gets to his back standing again. They get chest to chest then Belgaroui grabs a standing guillotine to force Borralho to disengage. Belgaroui gets back on pressure but he’s not throwing a lot. Knee from Belgaroui then a right hand. Another intercepting knee from Belgaroui and he avoids a takedown. Both men are fatigued at this point. Front kick from Belgaroui. Belgaroui lands a knee up top that wobbles Borralho, Borralho throws back but he got hurt there. Knee to the body from Belgaroui. Bit of a left hand from Borralho then Belgaroui lands another body kick. Borralho shoots and gets Belgaroui down against the fence yet again. This time Borralho mounts the legs to just kill the clock. Belgaroui throws a few elbows from his seat. Belgaroui gets upright, Borralho keeps hugging him for the final 10 seconds.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Belgaroui, 29-28 Borralho overall

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – Caio Borralho via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

No real complaint about Borralho getting the third, I just didn’t like his work. Mic time for Borralho, he’s pretty happy and wanted to show there are levels to MMA and that his experience could win the day. He puts himself over then says he wants to fight for the title. Asked about the future he wants a title fight or a rematch with Nassourdine Imavov.

Amanda Nunes is probably the greatest female fighter MMA has produced, she’s a former bantamweight and featherweight champion and defended both titles at the same time. That said Nunes retired after her last win back in June of 2023 and is now 38 years old, she’s back here trying to score another payday, win back her title, and further cement her status as the best the sport has ever seen. Kayla Harrison is the defending bantamweight champion, she’s also a two time Olympic gold medalist in addition to winning every major judo competition that exists. That said the cut to 135 is murder on her and if she can beat someone with the history of Nunes it would be the biggest win possible and would put her in some rare company in female combat sports history. The odds are with Harrison at -170 while that +145 payout on Nunes has to look mighty tempting.

Women’s Bantamweight Title Bout: (c) Kayla Harrison (19-1, 135 lbs.) vs. Amanda Nunes (23-5, 135 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: These two are the same height while Nunes has three inches of reach advantage. Southpaw for Harrison, and they touch gloves. Both women feint a bit to start. Nunes falls a little short with punches. Bit of a right hand from Nunes. Calf kick from Nunes then a front kick. Harrison bulls forward and lands knees in a clinch but Nunes cracks her with an elbow as they break. They clinch up again, Harrison looks to level change but Nunes sprawls and lands a right hand. Harrison circles, then punches into a clinch and rides Nunes to a knee. Nunes gets upright then avoids a throw and gets free. Left hand from Harrison. Single leg from Harrison, Nunes rolls through into a clinch but Harrison then hits a gorgeous headlock throw and lands in scarf hold. Punches from Harrison now as she’s got one arm trapped with her legs. Some more short punches from Harrison, she looks to trap up a scarf hold armlock briefly then switches to a mounted crucifix. Harrison lands some punches to close out the round.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Harrison but could go either way

ROUND TWO: They touch gloves again. Nunes punches in close, then tries a takedown but Harrison avoids a throw as they hit the clinch. A few knees go back and forth, Nunes tries to level change but Harrison defends. Harrison gets Nunes on the fence briefly, Nunes keeps trying for takedowns but Harrison is defending. Nunes slips to the back and rides Harrison down to her knees against the fence. Harrison wall walks with relative ease and Nunes holds the back standing. Nice throw from Harrison and she’s back into scarf hold. Harrison lands more short punches to the head. Harrison slips to side control and elbows the body a few times. Mounted crucifix again for Harrison and she starts landing short elbows. More punches and elbows from Harrison, Nunes is really stuck here but might see out the round. Only 30 seconds left, Harrison grabs for an arm then lands a few more elbows. Harrison moves to full mount as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Harrison but still close, 20-18 Harrison overall

ROUND THREE: Both women show the hands again. Nunes comes forward and lands a right to the body. Inside calf kick from Harrison. They trade lefts. Harrison reaches for a clinch, she gets it and lands knees before Nunes pulls free. Front kick from Nunes. Harrison catches a kick and clinches up, Nunes is able to off balance her to her seat against the fence. Nunes moves to mount, technically. Counter from Harrison, she looks to come out on top but Nunes wrestles back to lean on her against the fence. Harrison back up in the clinch then lands a few knees. Nunes slips to the back, Harrison tries the throw again but this time loses her grip on the arm and Nunes gets to the ride position. Both hooks in for Nunes now but she’s off to a side. Harrison looks to roll and gets on top in full guard. Harrison starts looking for elbows right away, Nunes isn’t controlling posture right now. Hard elbow from Harrison cuts Nunes open. Harrison has one of the arms of Nunes trapped behind her back and elbows the body repeatedly. Solid right hand from Harrison. They’ll end the round on the mat with Harrison landing a few more elbows.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Harrison as she did the most damage, 30-27 Harrison overall

ROUND FOUR: Nunes stalks forward again. Front kick from Harrison, bit of a right to the body from Nunes. Bit of a left from Harrison. Right hand from Nunes. Harrison grabs a clinch, she’s got a collar tie and an overhook hook but Nunes pulls free and lands a left hand. Harrison catches a kick, off balances Nunes, gets the back and gets the choke to force the tap in seconds. Good night that was FAST to the finish.

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – And STILL UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Kayla Harrison via Submission, rear naked choke, at 1:29 of Round 4

Heck of a win for Harrison coming off of neck surgery and everything. Mic time for Harrison, she thinks she’s still in shock then thanks God for everything. She calls this whole thing surreal, and mentions overcoming being sexually abused as a child and making it to everything she’s done humbles her and then plays with the crowd. Asked about the future especially with the weight cut, she has decisions to make later and thanks the fans and UFC again. To close she sends love to her kids.

Josh Hokit is undefeated including four wins in the UFC as well as one of the more entertaining fights this year, he’s not even 30 and is getting his first crack at UFC gold here. A win would be huge for Hokit and might signify the start of a new generation rising to the fore in the weight class. Ciryl Gane is the reigning heavyweight champion, but there’s been some clouds around that. Firstly he had three shots at the undisputed title but came up short twice then had a No Contest after eye poking Tom Aspinall into near retirement, then he won the interim belt by stopping Alex Pereira back in June and then was promoted to full champion when it became clear that Aspinall wasn’t going to recover on anything like a speedy time table. Gane is trying to put some of those doubts and controversies behind him by defending the title here and starting to establish his championship legacy. Gane is the favorite at -210 to a +175 payout on Hokit.

Heavyweight Title Bout: (c) Ciryl Gane (14-2 1 NC, 242.6 lbs.) vs. #4 Josh Hokit (10-0, 231.4 lbs.)

ROUND ONE: Gane is three inches taller, has a serious seven and a half inches of reach advantage, and is 7 years older at 36. Gane starts southpaw. Immediate shot from Hokit and he’s got Gane to his seat against the fence. Gane wall walks but Hokit yanks him back down. Eventually Gane wrestles up and pushes free. Jab from Gane. Hokit bulls forward and lands a right hand. Both men miss wild punches. Uppercut from Hokitin close but Gane poked him in the eye. Hokit lands a right hand. Gane keeps his jab going, replay shows the clear eye poke. Bit of an uppercut from Gane. Hokit just wont stop coming forward and swinging. Right hand from Hokit. Gane’s jab is working but it’s not deterring Hokit at all. Right hand from Hokit. Gane sprawls away from a faked takedown. Hokit pushes into a clinch, Gane then pushes free. Another clinch, short right from Hokit then Gane breaks. Gane might be fading already. Hokit lands a right hand. Hokit just keeps coming forward, he lands a right hand. Gane keeps circling but he can’t get Hokit to step backwards. Uppercut from Hokit in close. Right hand from Hokit. A couple more rights from Hokit mostly land. Gane lands a jab. Hokit shoots, Gane defends then lands a knee after getting free. Jab from Hokit. Uppercut from Gane. Hokit keeps moving forward, he misses a right hand but he’s not letting Gane recover. Gane lands an uppercut then some jabs. Left hand from Gane. Hokit lands a right hand then hits a big single leg slam. Hokit on top in half guard now. A few elbows land for Hokit to the body and head before the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hokit but could go either way

ROUND TWO: Immediate single leg from Hokit, Gane is able to defend. Hokit jabs and keeps moving forward. Left hand from Gane. Hokit lands a right hand then Gane lands an uppercut. Gane sprawls, Hokit then grabs a front headlock. Gane is able to stand and get free but that can’t have been easy with Hokit’s weight on him. Hokit keeps coming forward and lands a right hand. Knee from Hokit in close. Gane pumps out the jab but Hokit is still in his face and they’re trading punches. They trade body blows then Gane lands an elbow. Hokit keeps coming forward, Gane still circling. Hokit shoots, Gane sprawls. They tie up and trade uppercuts and a few body blows. Left hand from Hokit as they break. Both men swing punches, then Gane avoids a takedown. Left hook from Hokit. Jabs go back and forth. Solid right hand from Hokit. Gane is rapidly losing steam and is just walking backwards. One two from Hokit, Gane hits the body. Hokit shoots to the fence and both men trade in the clinch then break. Gane misses a left hand. Both men land punches again. Right hand for Hokit. Hokit punches into another clinch on the fence, Gane spins free but he’s fading. Hokit lands rights in close, he just will not stop coming forward. Another clinch, they trade some short blows as Hokit gets to the fence. Gane misses an elbow on the break. Hard right from Hokit, he’s got Gane backing up again. Gane lands an elbow but Hokit cares not at all. Jab from Gane but Hokit moves forward and lands another right hand as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hokit, 20-18 Hokit overall

ROUND THREE: Hokit fakes a shot right away and Gane reacts. Gane tries to get his jab going again but Hokit just keeps marching into him and making him work. Rights to the body now from Hokit. Single leg from Hokit, Gane defends but gets caught in a clinch so Hokit can hit the body and head before they break. Knee from Hokit then a right to the body. Gane lands a front kick but Hokit pushes in close and hits the body more. Knee from Gane then uppercuts in the clinch. Hokit avoids a knee and gets the ride position against the fence. Gane gets upright with Hokit on his back, then gets chest to chest. They trade some more punches in the clinch, Hokit hitting the body and head. Gane lands an uppercut but Hokit responds with an elbow. Another elbow from Hokit, then another before Gane gets free. Both men land elbows now as Hokit keeps pushing into the pocket. Another elbow from Hokit. Gane is fading, Hokit lands an elbow and gets to the clinch again. Some foot stomps from Hokit, he’s putting real effort into those then he lands another elbow. Gane lands an elbow as he gets free. Hokit lands a left hand, Gane responds with a head kick then a jab. Hokit still pushes forward, the man is like death and taxes. Elbow from Hokit in close, then another as they break a clinch. Another elbow from Hokit into a clinch. Hokit pushes things to the fence and then lands another elbow. Again the elbows from Hokit land then Gane gets free. Gane avoids a single leg but Hokit keeps after him as the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hokit, 30-27 Hokit overall

ROUND FOUR: Gane opens with a body kick. Hokit starts pushing again and gets to a clinch on the fence. They break without incident. Hokit punches his way forward again. Gane lands a knee to the body, then another one as they clinch. Uppercuts from Gane before Hokit pushes things to the fence. Hokit back to the foot stomps. Gane lands a knee but Hokit lands uppercuts in close. They’re in space now and separate. They trade in the pocket then Hokit gets the clinch to the fence. Gane lands a knee then separates. Both men land punches in the pocket again. Gane keeps singing but Hokit lands elbows in close. Hokit hits the body in close as they tie up again. Right hand from Hokit and he keeps the clinch. Gane lands a knee. They hit the fence in the clinch then Hokit hits the body. Knees are traded. Another knee from Hokit. Gane lands a knee, Hokit hits punches in the clinch. Uppercuts to the body and head from Gane as he gets free. Hokit lands right hands into another clinch. They break and Gane hits the body then lands a knee. Hokit punches into another clinch. Elbow from Hokit on the break. They clinch up again and that’s where the round will end.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Gane, 39-37 Hokit overall but could be 2-2

ROUND FIVE: Immediate takedown from Hokit, Gane gets up into a clinch quickly. Some knees are traded then Gane gets free. Hokit punches going forward and keeps the brawl going. One two from Hokit. Gane with uppercuts to the body and head. One two from Hokit. Technique is out the window at this point, they’re just slugging it out. Gane lands an uppercut. Hokit is finally backing up now. They tie up then break. Hokit punches in close and lands a few punches then Gane lands a jab on the break. Some more jabs from Gane then Hokit lands a one two. One two from Gane. Hokit tries a single leg but can’t finish it. Right hand from Hokit. Gane lands in close again then avoids a single leg. Hokit pushes into a clinch and gets things to the fence. They break with a punch from Gane. Hokit punches into another clinch and both men hit the body. They trade rights. One two from Hokit. Hokit lands a solid right hand. They clinch up and trade more uppercuts. Both men swing in the pocket again. They trade body punches. Gane is pushing forward now and both men land in the pocket. They both land punches, Hokit lands a couple of hard rights in close. Jab from Hokit. Hokit punches into another clinch. They break clean. Jab from Gane, Hokit lands a one two into a clinch. They break clean then Hokit moves forward again. Another clinch then Gane lands a knee. Hokit slips to the back briefly. They trade punches in close, both men just unload for a few seconds before the round ends.

SCORECARD: 10-9 Hokit but another one that could go either way, 49-46 Hokit overall but this could really go either way

OFFICIAL RESULT: †WINNER – And STILL UFC Heavyweight Champion Ciryl Gane via unanimous decision (48-47 x3)

3-2 either way is fine, and I’m not sold at all on my round 5 scorecard. Mic time for Gane, the crowd boo the decision, he says he wasn’t surprised and knew how tough Hokit would be. He knew the pace would be that wild. He talks about the fight being tough but he was mentally strong. Asked about the style of the fight he was frustrated at having to fight that way but Hokit forced him into it.

Hokit gets an interview as well, he says he’ll rejoice in his suffering because it’ll bring him hope eventually. He’ll be champion eventually, and anyone kicking him while he’s down will get their leg broken.

Well on that note UFC 334 comes to a close. We’ll be unpacking all the fallout from this event on the 411 Ground and Pound MMA Podcast over on the 411mania YouTube channel. We’ll also look ahead to next week when the UFC is back in Qatar for UFC Fight Night: Prochazka vs. Stirling. I’ll be back next week for that card and I hope you will too. Until then thank you for reading, stay safe out there, and keep checking 411mania for all of your pop culture needs.

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