UFC 334 Set With Harrison vs. Nunes Co‑Main and Gane vs. Hokit Main Event
The bout will decide a major women’s bantamweight legacy question by pitting Harrison’s elite grappling against Nunes’ striking with an official backup named to protect the card.
Overview
- UFC 334 is scheduled for a Madison Square Garden card that features Ciryl Gane defending the undisputed heavyweight title against Josh Hokit in the main event and Kayla Harrison defending the women’s bantamweight title against Amanda Nunes in the co‑main event.
- The Harrison–Nunes matchup was postponed earlier this year after Harrison withdrew for neck surgery and is now rescheduled as Harrison’s first title defense and Nunes’ return from retirement.
- Preview coverage emphasizes a clear stylistic contrast: Harrison’s takedowns and top control give her the strategic edge while Nunes’ reach, knockout power, and championship experience make striking the favored path to victory.
- The UFC has named Joselyne Edwards as the official backup for the co‑main event who must make the 135‑pound limit so the promotion can preserve the fight if a late withdrawal occurs.
- Ciryl Gane’s elevation to undisputed heavyweight champion followed an interim title win and Tom Aspinall’s vacatur, and Josh Hokit’s rapid rise to a title shot has become a defining narrative for the main event.