UFC 334 roundtable: Is Josh Hokit about to be the one true heavyweight king?
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Key Points:
- Josh Hokit, after a rapid rise in MMA, is set to challenge heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane at UFC 334, with the fight potentially crowning a new undisputed heavyweight king amid debate over Tom Aspinall's absence.
- The bantamweight title fight between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes is highly anticipated, with experts speculating on whether it will mark the beginning of a new era in women's MMA or a final chapter for these stars.
- Analysts differ on whether the Gane-Hokit winner should be considered the undisputed heavyweight champion, largely due to Aspinall's injury and potential return, which complicates the division's hierarchy.
- Post-fight futures for Harrison and Nunes are uncertain, with retirement and rematches discussed, while some suggest Valentina Shevchenko moving to bantamweight could revitalize the division.
- Other notable fights at UFC 334 include Uros Medic vs. Kevin Holland, Stephen Thompson's retirement bout, and Terrance McKinney vs. Jim Miller, each expected to deliver exciting performances.
