The UFC’s final pay-per-view of each year is usually pretty stacked, and this Saturday’s UFC 310 card in Las Vegas is no exception. UFC 310 will be headlined…
The UFC’s final pay-per-view of each year is usually pretty stacked, and this Saturday’s UFC 310 card in Las Vegas is no exception. UFC 310 will be headlined…
At UFC 310 this weekend, another heavyweight could join the conversation that has been dominated by the division’s two titleholders in Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. Whichever man gets the win, Ciryl Gane or Alexander Volkov will prove that they’re the next in line for a title shot even if the future of the division […]
At UFC 310 this weekend, another heavyweight could join the conversation that has been dominated by the division’s two titleholders in Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. Whichever man gets the win, Ciryl Gane or Alexander Volkov will prove that they’re the next in line for a title shot even if the future of the division remains unclear right now.
Since losing to Aspinall in 2022, Volkov has put together a very strong run with four consecutive wins. Gane, on the other hand, hasn’t fought since his victory over Serghei Spivac in Paris last year which saw him bounce back from his loss to Jones at UFC 285.
The former interim champion has received some criticism since then over not wanting to pursue a fight with Aspinall and then turning down the interim title fight for UFC 304 in July due to a commitment he had made to filming a TV show for Netflix which has since released. Chael Sonnen believes that with these factors being considered, he doesn’t understand why “Bon Gamin” is a clear favorite according to the oddsmakers.
“Ciryl is a very heavy favorite. I, for the life of me, do not know why.
“I don’t mean to be negative towards Ciryl but I will share with you, nobody gets better at this sport by not doing it and Ciryl passed up on very big opportunities to go and film a movie that nobody’s ever heard of and most likely will never see but you can’t ever get around that. Every actor wants to be an athlete and every athlete wants to be an actor. There’s no way to ever work that out. So now Ciryl’s going to come in against largely a mere image of himself.”
Many would point to Gane being a big favorite due to the way that their first meeting played out. In June of 2021, the French fighter dominated against Volkov and won all five rounds on multiple scorecards to earn his sixth consecutive win inside the Octagon.
Sonnen, however, believes that Volkov has never looked better than he did last time out against Sergei Pavlovich in June in a fight that he believes the Russian coasted through.
“Volkov went out and didn’t even take him serious. Volkov’s trainer in between rounds brought him water and a comb. He combed his hair in between rounds, I mean he was doing marketing and he was doing a spoof and he was performing cuz he was so unimpressed by your great blonde hope.”
The final UFC pay-per-view of 2024 is right around the corner, and there is no denying it’s absolutely stacked. UFC 310 goes down this Saturday in Las Vegas.…
The final UFC pay-per-view of 2024 is right around the corner, and there is no denying it’s absolutely stacked. UFC 310 goes down this Saturday in Las Vegas.…
The upcoming UFC 310 heavyweight bout between Ciryl Gane and Alexander Volkov is set to be an exciting rematch…
The upcoming UFC 310 heavyweight bout between Ciryl Gane and Alexander Volkov is set to be an exciting rematch scheduled for December 7, 2024. This fight pits two of the top-ranked heavyweights against each other, with Gane currently ranked #2 and Volkov at #3 in the division.
Ciryl Gane vs. Alexander Volkov – Odds
As of the latest information, Gane is listed as the favorite with odds of -250, while Volkov is the underdog at +200. These odds suggest that the bookmakers and betting markets view Gane as the more likely winner of the fight. To play the odds effectively make sure to check out best offshore sportsbooks right here.
To put this in perspective, if you were to bet $100 on Gane, you would win $40 if he emerged victorious, for a total payout of $140. On the other hand, a $100 bet on Volkov would net you $200 if he pulls off the upset, for a total payout of $300.
It’s worth noting that while Gane is favored, the odds aren’t overwhelmingly in his favor. This reflects the competitive nature of the matchup and the respect that Volkov commands as a top-ranked heavyweight. Gane defeated Volkov in their previous encounter in 2021 by unanimous decision. This history, combined with Gane’s fighting style and technical ability, likely contributes to his status as the favorite.
Ciryl Gane vs. Alexander Volkov
France’s ‘Bon Gamin’ Ciryl Gane combines his Muay Thai background with excellent footwork and technical striking, making him a formidable opponent against any heavyweight on the feet. Gane’s fighting approach relies more on movement and precision than raw power, which sets him apart from many other heavyweights. He has a professional MMA record of 12 wins and 2 losses, with 6 of those wins coming by knockout.
The Russian-born ‘Drago’ Alexander Volkov has a background in Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He’s known for his striking length and skills, particularly his powerful kicks and his ability to use his 6’7″ height to his advantage. Volkov has a more extensive professional record with 37 wins and 10 losses, including 24 wins by knockout. Right now, he is riding an impressive four-fight win streak.
The French-born Ciryl Gane won their first encounter by unanimous decision in 2021, and he’ll be looking to repeat that performance. However, Volkov has shown impressive form recently, particularly in his dominant win against Sergei Pavlovich. A win for either fighter could potentially put them in line for a title shot in the UFC’s heavyweight division.
At the top of the division stands Jon Jones as the heavyweight king and Tom Aspinall as the interim champion. Both Gane and Volkov have losses to both Jones and Aspinall that each heavyweight striker would like to avenge and take UFC gold in the process.
In addition to the heavyweight bout between Ciryl Gane and Alexander Volkov, UFC 310 features several other exciting matchups. This bout is not just a clash of fighting styles but also a crucial moment in both fighters’ careers as they aim to climb closer to a championship opportunity in the UFC’s heavyweight division.
It’s safe to say that interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is not too confident that the winner of Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic will face him to unify the belts following UFC 309. The two veterans are set to collide at Madison Square Garden where it’s expected that both men will retire after the […]
It’s safe to say that interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is not too confident that the winner of Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic will face him to unify the belts following UFC 309. The two veterans are set to collide at Madison Square Garden where it’s expected that both men will retire after the fight.
That leaves Aspinall likely looking at an upcoming clash between top contenders as his next opponent once he’s promoted to being the full champion. At UFC 310 on December 7, former interim champion Ciryl Gane will make his return to the Octagon to face off with Alexander Volkov in a rematch.
Gane was dominant in their first meeting back in 2021 but a lot has changed since then, especially when you look at both men’s activity. The Frenchman hasn’t fought since September of last year where he stopped Serghei Spivac in Paris to bounce back from his loss to Jones earlier that year.
As for Aspinall’s former opponent in Volkov, he’s won four in a row since losing to the Brit with his latest victory over Sergei Pavlovich coming this past June. In a recent interview with CasinoHawks, Aspinall previewed the fight.
He believes that the recent form and activity of the Russian will make this fight far more competitive than their initial meeting at the Apex three years ago.
“I think it’s a 50-50 fight. I know they fought before, and it was an absolute stinker—the first one was terrible. Since I fought Volkov, he’s improved a lot. He’s changed his training situation, and Gane has been inactive. Gane seems to fight once a year against opponents who suit him quite well. It’s hard to say; Volkov has been very active. I think he fought four or five times since we fought a couple of years ago, which is a lot for an elite heavyweight. I still think it’s a close fight, though, because I believe Gane is very good and smart, but I think it’ll be a lot closer than the last one, and I wouldn’t be surprised if Volkov pulled it off.”
UFC superstars Jon Jones, Georges St-Pierre, and Ciryl Gane will all appear in a new Netflix original series focusing…
UFC superstars Jon Jones, Georges St-Pierre, and Ciryl Gane will all appear in a new Netflix original series focusing on the world of mixed martial arts
Starring Melvin Boomer and directed by Franck Gastambide, The Cage tells the story of a young professional mixed martial artist working his way up the ladder of the French circuit where he faces off against a heated rival. In the trailer, which you can see below, the protagonist (played by Boomer) competes for the popular Poland-based promotion KSW but has big dreams of making it to the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Along the way, Boomer’s character gets help from two of the greatest MMA fighters of all time, Jon Jones and GSP, in addition to former interim UFC heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane.
“Dreaming of going pro, a young fighter struggles to be seen until an unexpected combat lands him a shot at the big time — and a brutal rival in the cage,” the official synopsis reads.
GSP returns to acting while Jon Jones takes on his first role
St-Pierre, who is no stranger to acting, unveiled the project on social media.
“I’m thrilled to finally share with you a project that we’ve been passionately working on with an amazingly talented team!” he wrote on X. “We’ve poured our hearts and souls into this, and it’s almost time to unveil it to the world! Stay tuned!!!”
Previously, the former two-division UFC champion has appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, playing the role of Batroc the Leaper in Captain America: The Winter Soldier and the Disney+ exclusive series, The Falcon & The Winter Soldier.
As for Jon Jones, this will be his first acting gig.
The three UFC stars will be joined by other athletes from the world of combat sports, including former WBC Muay Thai world champion Samy Sana, seven-time Muay Thai and kickboxing world champion Anissa Meksen, and UFC standouts Taylor Lapilus and Morgan Charrière.
The Cage will stream live on Netflix starting Friday, November 8.