Ciryl Gane

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Ciryl Gane stands as a historic figure in French MMA as the nation's first UFC champion. His two Interim Heavyweight titles underscore his consistency at the highest level. Gane's technical striking and defensive prowess have set new standards for the heavyweight division, with leading stats in accuracy and defense. His rapid ascent from Muay Thai novice to UFC interim champion in just over three years remains one of the sport's most remarkable stories.

AwardsCiryl Gane is a two-time Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion, winning the title in 2021 and again in 2026. He also held the TKO Major League MMA Heavyweight Championship, which he won in his professional debut and defended twice. In Muay Thai, he was the AFMT Heavyweight Champion with a perfect 14-0 record.

Honours & Distinctions

First French-born UFC Champion

UFC·2021

Became the first fighter born in France to win a UFC championship.

Former Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion

UFC·2021

Held the interim title from August 2021 to January 2022.

Rankings & Lists

UFC Heavyweight Rankings

UFC·2026

#12

UFC Men's Pound-for-Pound Rankings

UFC·2026

Records & Feats

First French-born UFC Champion

Historic First·2021

Gane became the first fighter born in France to win a UFC title when he captured the Interim Heavyweight Championship at UFC 265 in 2021.

Fastest rise to UFC interim title from MMA debut

Career Milestone·2021

Gane made his MMA debut in August 2018 and won the UFC Interim Heavyweight Championship just over three years later in August 2021, one of the fastest ascents in UFC history.