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Madison Square Garden set to ignite: Gane-Hokit for the heavyweight title and Harrison-Nunes, an explosive women’s showdown
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UFC 334 lands at Madison Square Garden on November 14, 2024, featuring two headline fights: Ciryl Gane defends his heavyweight title against Josh Hokit, while Kayla Harrison makes her return against Amanda Nunes in a historic women’s bout. The event also marks Stephen Thompson’s retirement.
To remember:
- Ciryl Gane faces Josh Hokit for the heavyweight title at UFC 334.
- Kayla Harrison returns after a long absence to take on Amanda Nunes.
- Stephen Thompson fights his final bout against Charles Radtke.
The Madison Square Garden is set to shake once again under the punches and takedowns of UFC 334, scheduled for November 14, 2024. After a long wait, the world’s largest MMA organization returns to New York in force, with two title fights at the heart of the card.
The first announced clash will pit Frenchman Ciryl Gane, the heavyweight champion since his victory over Francis Ngannou in 2022, against American Josh Hokit. The latter, on a hot streak with three KOs in four fights, dreams of dethroning the Frenchman in front of his home crowd. A loss for Gane would be a true earthquake in the division, given the champion’s status on his own turf.
Another highlight of the night: the return of Kayla Harrison, a two-time Olympic judo champion, after a long hiatus due to a neck injury. She will face the iconic Amanda Nunes, a double UFC champion in bantamweight and featherweight, who came out of retirement in 2023. This duel promises to be both technical and explosive, pitting Harrison’s judo precision against Nunes’ aggression and power.
Finally, UFC 334 will serve as the retirement stage for Stephen Thompson, a welterweight legend. The veteran, known for his kickboxing elegance, will close out his career against Charles Radtke, offering one last show for his fans. A night not to be missed for MMA enthusiasts!
A historic event for French MMA
With Ciryl Gane headlining, UFC 334 is shaping up to be a turning point for French MMA. Gane, already an undisputed star of the sport, has the opportunity to make history by defending his belt on home soil. His technical style and charisma make him a fan favorite, but Hokit, young and determined, could well play spoiler.
As for Kayla Harrison, her return after nearly two years away adds an emotional dimension to the event. After dominating the judo world, she chose to take on MMA, a bold gamble that intrigues as much as it impresses. Facing Amanda Nunes, one of the greatest fighters in history, she will need to prove she can adapt to this new challenge.
A card packed with emotion and surprises
Beyond the headline fights, UFC 334 promises other high-quality matchups. Stephen Thompson, an MMA icon with a unique style, will say goodbye to competition against Charles Radtke. His final fight will be an opportunity to celebrate an exceptional career, marked by victories over the biggest names in the division.
With such a density of talent and personal stories, this night is shaping up to be one of the most memorable of the year. MMA fans need only prepare: Madison Square Garden is going to shake!