Gane On Hokit's Social Media Antics Before UFC 334
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Ciryl Gane is entertained by the promotional videos Josh Hokit has posted online but remains locked in on the challenger's NCAA wrestling credentials and athletic versatility ahead of their UFC 334 clash.
The heavyweight champion faces the 10-0 Hokit on Nov. 14 at Madison Square Garden in his first title defense. Speaking to Sherdog, Gane acknowledged watching the content his opponent has shared on social media and said he appreciates the showmanship without letting it pull focus from preparation.
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What Hokit's NCAA Wrestling Brings to UFC 334
Gane singled out the challenger's speed and cage awareness as the qualities that set him apart, pointing to Hokit's background in college wrestling and a stretch in the NFL as proof of elite athleticism. The Frenchman described his opponent as lighter and quicker than himself, with strong fight management even if individual skills like striking or grappling do not rank among the division's best.
The champion reported a productive training block with consistent progress in every area. His remaining task, he said, is maintaining total concentration once the bout starts. "I just need to be 100 percent present in the cage," Gane said.
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UFC 334 takes place Saturday night in New York with the heavyweight title on the line.
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