Junior dos Santos vs. Ciryl Gane Added To UFC 256

Junior dos Santos is looking to snap his three-fight losing skid when he battles top prospect, Ciryl Gane. Earlier this month, UFC president, Dana White hinted at dos Santos taking on Gane, and now according to MMAFighting that will be the case as they…

Junior dos Santos is looking to snap his three-fight losing skid when he battles top prospect, Ciryl Gane. Earlier this month, UFC president, Dana White hinted at dos Santos taking on Gane, and now according to MMAFighting that will be the case as they will meet on Dec. 12 at UFC 256. The former heavyweight […]

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Shamil Abdurakhimov vs. Ciryl Gane Announced for Sep. 19

Undefeated and fast-rising heavyweight prospect Ciryl Gane will be competing against Shamil Abdurakhimov at UFC Fight Night 178. Monday, the UFC announced a heavyweight fight that will see highly touted Ciryl Gane have an opportunity to potentially cra…

Undefeated and fast-rising heavyweight prospect Ciryl Gane will be competing against Shamil Abdurakhimov at UFC Fight Night 178. Monday, the UFC announced a heavyweight fight that will see highly touted Ciryl Gane have an opportunity to potentially crack the top 10 of the heavyweight division if he can extend his undefeated record to 7-0 at […]

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Ciryl Gane Out Of UFC249 Due To Collapsed Lung

Ciryl GaneUFC Heavyweight Ciryl Gane has been forced to pull out of his upcoming bout against Shamil Abdurakhimov due to a collapsed lung. Taking to twitter Gane shared the news stating, “Unfortunately I will not be able to compete in New York for UFC 249. I was struck by another pneumothorax during training. Impossible for me […]

Ciryl Gane

UFC Heavyweight Ciryl Gane has been forced to pull out of his upcoming bout against Shamil Abdurakhimov due to a collapsed lung.

Taking to twitter Gane shared the news stating, “Unfortunately I will not be able to compete in New York for UFC 249. I was struck by another pneumothorax during training. Impossible for me to be at 100% by April 18. Don’t worry, everything is fine! I will take this time off to recover and return at my best!”

It would seem that this is a reoccurring injury Gane has been dealing with however it has not previously forced him to pull out of any fights.

The Heavyweight boasts a 6-0 record, 3-0 in the UFC. coming off a Unanimous Decision victory of Tanner Boser at UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie in December.

His opponent Shamil Abdurakhimov remains on the UFC249 card
at this stage hoping to get back into the winning column after his loss to Curtis
Blaydes last September at UFC242. The fighter from Dagestan shared that card
with Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov hoping to do so again at UFC249. Fortunately,
there is still ample time for the UFC to find a replacement before Fight night.

UFC249 with see Khabib Nurmagomedov attempt to defend his title against former interim champion Tony Ferguson. Alongside the main event, it will also feature a rematch between former women’s Strawweight champions Jessica Andrade vs. Rose Namajunas.

Who would you like to see face Shamil Abdurakhimov at UFC249?

Ciryl Gane Outclasses Don’Tale Mayes, Taps Him – UFC Singapore Results

Next up on the UFC Singapore main card is a heavyweight contest between Ciryl Gane and Don’Tale Mayes. Round 1: Mayes attempts a leg kick but is countered by Gane. Gane attempts a head kick but it’s blocked by the American. Gane is starting to take control as he lands a number of strikes and […]

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Next up on the UFC Singapore main card is a heavyweight contest between Ciryl Gane and Don’Tale Mayes.

Round 1: Mayes attempts a leg kick but is countered by Gane. Gane attempts a head kick but it’s blocked by the American. Gane is starting to take control as he lands a number of strikes and body kicks. Gane hurts Mayes multiple times and lands a flying knee which eventually drops Mayes. However, he’s saved by the bell.

Round 2: They continue striking until an accidental groin shot from Gane momentarily stops the action. The striking is more even but it’s Gane who is still landing more while utilizing effective head movement. Gane times a takedown well as Mayes responds with elbows from the bottom. Mayes gets up and but is controlled by Gane until the end of the round.

Round 3: We return to striking in the third round and it’s the confident Gane still dictating the pace. However, Mayes is not backing down or giving up as she’s shown a lot of heart. Gane hurts Mayes with a body kick as the American is clearly hurt. Gane looks for the finish and eventually takes him down. He goes for a heel lock and eventually gets the submission.

Official result: Ciryl Gane defeats Don’Tale Mayes via submission (R3, 4:46)

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UFC Uruguay Highlights: Ciryl Gane Arm Triangles Raphael Pessoa

Ciryl Gane made quite the impression in his UFC debut today (Sat. August 10, 2019). Gane took on Raphael Pessoa on the UFC on ESPN+ 14 preliminary card in what was both men’s promotional debuts. Pessoa tried to take Gane down early in the bout, but it was Gane who ended up on top when […]

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Ciryl Gane made quite the impression in his UFC debut today (Sat. August 10, 2019). Gane took on Raphael Pessoa on the UFC on ESPN+ 14 preliminary card in what was both men’s promotional debuts.

Pessoa tried to take Gane down early in the bout, but it was Gane who ended up on top when they hit the canvas. Gane locked in a quick arm-triangle choke and Pessoa had no choice but to tap out to Gane’s tight squeeze.

Check out the finish here:

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