Updated September 20, 2026 | America Newsline Sports Desk
UFC 334 Is Official: Two Title Fights Set for Madison Square Garden
UFC 334 has officially entered the spotlight, and the November pay-per-view-style event already features two major championship fights.
Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit will headline UFC 334 for the UFC heavyweight championship, while Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes is scheduled as the women’s bantamweight title fight.
The event is set for Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The UFC announced the headline matchups during the UFC 331 broadcast on September 19.
With two title fights, a returning former champion and an undefeated heavyweight challenger, UFC 334 is already generating major attention ahead of fight week.
UFC 334 at a Glance
| Detail | Current Information |
|---|---|
| Event | UFC 334 |
| Date | Saturday, November 14, 2026 |
| Venue | Madison Square Garden |
| Location | New York City |
| Main Event | Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit |
| Title | UFC Heavyweight Championship |
| Co-Main Event | Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes |
| Title | UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship |
| U.S. Broadcast | Paramount+ |
| Card Status | Announced; subject to change |
The event is part of the UFC’s recurring November trip to Madison Square Garden. CBS Sports notes that the promotion began its annual November MSG numbered-event tradition in 2016, with 2026 marking the company’s 10th MSG show.
🔥 Main Event: Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit
The heavyweight championship will headline UFC 334.
Ciryl Gane enters the event as the newly recognized undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, while Josh Hokit brings an undefeated professional record into his first UFC title opportunity.
MMA Fighting reports Gane’s current record as 14-2 with one no contest, while Hokit is 10-0.
The matchup represents an important moment for the UFC heavyweight division.
Gane’s Championship Situation
Gane previously held interim heavyweight championship status and was elevated to undisputed champion after Tom Aspinall vacated the belt because of ongoing eye issues.
The change created a new championship chapter for the division, with Gane now scheduled to make his first defense as undisputed champion.
Gane also recently secured an interim-title-level victory over Alex Pereira, according to MMA Fighting’s UFC 334 report.
Josh Hokit: The Undefeated Challenger
Hokit has risen quickly through the UFC heavyweight rankings.
According to MMA Fighting, Hokit is 4-0 in the UFC since joining the promotion from Dana White’s Contender Series in 2025. His recent run includes a knockout victory over Derrick Lewis and a highly regarded fight against Curtis Blaydes.
His undefeated record now gives him an opportunity to challenge for UFC gold at Madison Square Garden.
That makes Gane vs. Hokit one of the most closely watched heavyweight matchups heading into November.
🏆 Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes
The UFC 334 co-main event may be just as significant as the heavyweight championship.
Women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison is scheduled to defend her title against former UFC champion Amanda Nunes.
Harrison currently holds a 19-1 record, while Nunes is listed at 23-5 by MMA Fighting.
Why This Fight Has Been So Anticipated
This isn’t a brand-new matchup.
Harrison and Nunes were originally scheduled to fight at UFC 324 in January 2026, but Harrison withdrew after undergoing neck surgery. The UFC has now rebooked the matchup for UFC 334, approximately 11 months later.
That delay has added another storyline to an already significant championship fight.
Harrison’s Championship Journey
Harrison won the UFC women’s bantamweight championship by submitting Julianna Peña in the second round at UFC 316, according to MMA Fighting.
Before entering the UFC, Harrison was a two-time PFL tournament champion at 155 pounds and won Olympic gold in judo at the 2012 and 2016 Games.
UFC 334 therefore represents her first scheduled title defense against one of the most accomplished fighters in women’s MMA.
Amanda Nunes Returns
Nunes is returning to UFC competition after stepping away from the sport in 2023.
She previously held UFC championships at both 135 and 145 pounds. MMA Fighting reports that she won 14 of her previous 15 fights before her retirement, with the loss coming against Julianna Peña before Nunes won their rematch at UFC 277.
Now Nunes has an opportunity to challenge Harrison for another UFC championship.
🚨 UFC 334 Full Fight Card
The currently announced UFC 334 lineup contains 12 bouts, according to the latest MMA Fighting report.
Main Card
Heavyweight Championship
Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit
Women’s Bantamweight Championship
Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes
Middleweight
Caio Borralho vs. Yousri Belgaroui
Welterweight
Uros Medic vs. Kevin Holland
Welterweight
Bilal Hasan vs. Luis Gurule
Welterweight
Stephen Thompson vs. Charles Radtke
Lightweight
Drew Dober vs. Chris Duncan
Lightweight
Jim Miller vs. Terrance McKinney
Middleweight
Donte Johnson vs. Baisangur Susurkaev
Women’s Featherweight
Bia Mesquita vs. Macy Chiasson
Bantamweight
Adrian Yanez vs. Juan Diaz
Lightweight
Nazim Sadykhov vs. Jefferson Nascimento
Important: UFC fight cards can change because of injuries, medical issues, weight problems, contractual changes or other circumstances. Treat the above as the currently announced lineup, not a guaranteed final fight-night order.
👀 Five UFC 334 Storylines Fans Are Watching
1. Can Gane Begin His Undisputed Title Run With a Defense?
Gane’s championship status changed dramatically after Aspinall vacated the heavyweight belt.
His fight with Hokit will now establish the next phase of the division.
2. Can Hokit Remain Undefeated?
Hokit enters the biggest fight of his career with a 10-0 record.
His rapid rise through the UFC heavyweight division has made him one of the card’s central storylines.
3. Harrison vs. Nunes Finally Happens
The matchup was previously postponed after Harrison’s neck surgery.
Now the two fighters are scheduled to meet with the women’s bantamweight championship at stake.
4. Nunes’ Return to Competition
Nunes has not competed since 2023.
Her return against a reigning champion makes UFC 334 a major moment in her career.
5. Madison Square Garden Returns to the UFC Spotlight
The UFC’s annual November event at MSG has become one of its established calendar traditions.
The 2026 event continues that New York tradition with two championship fights.
UFC 334 Pre-Match Questions
Can Gane’s experience overcome Hokit’s momentum?
Gane has faced some of the division’s biggest names, while Hokit has rapidly climbed the UFC rankings.
The matchup therefore pits championship experience against an undefeated contender entering his first title fight.
How will Harrison deal with Nunes’ experience?
Harrison has already reached UFC championship status, but Nunes brings years of championship-level experience across two weight classes.
The fight will provide a significant test for Harrison’s reign.
Will UFC 334 produce another title-change moment?
Two championships are scheduled to be contested, meaning the event could significantly alter both divisions.
However, the outcomes cannot be known before the fights take place.
UFC 334 Tickets, Streaming & Viewing Information
UFC 334 is scheduled for Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 14, 2026.
Current reporting lists Paramount+ as the U.S. streaming platform for the event.
Fans should check the UFC’s official event information closer to fight week for finalized start times, broadcast arrangements and any changes to the card.
Final UFC 334 Update
UFC 334 has quickly become one of the most anticipated upcoming UFC events of late 2026.
The headline matchup puts Ciryl Gane’s heavyweight championship on the line against undefeated contender Josh Hokit, while Kayla Harrison is scheduled to defend the women’s bantamweight title against returning former champion Amanda Nunes.
The two title fights were officially announced during UFC 331, and the current lineup contains 12 announced bouts.
With UFC 334 scheduled for November 14 at Madison Square Garden, the coming weeks should bring further developments around training camps, media appearances, fight order, weigh-ins and potential card changes.
Bookmark this America Newsline page for continuing UFC 334 coverage. We will update the fight card and major developments as they are officially confirmed.
Last updated: September 20, 2026.