Ciryl Gane, born on April 12, 1990, in La Roche-sur-Yon, France, is a prominent French mixed martial artist and former Muay Thai fighter. He currently competes in the Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he has held the position of Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion. Gane began his career in Muay Thai at the age of 24, achieving national and international titles before transitioning to MMA in 2018. He joined the UFC in 2019 and quickly rose through the ranks due to his exceptional movement and striking technique, which is rare for a heavyweight fighter[1][2][3]. Gane's MMA career highlights include victories over renowned fighters such as Junior dos Santos, Jairzinho Rozenstruik, and Alexander Volkov. These wins have solidified his position as a top contender in the UFC heavyweight division. As of June 24, 2025, he ranked #1 in the UFC heavyweight rankings[1][2]. Gane's performance in the UFC has earned him significant recognition, with a record of 12 wins and 2 losses[3]. In addition to his MMA career, Gane has also ventured into acting. He has appeared in several films and shows, including "K.O.Stream," "La Cage," and "Coach Hakim"[7]. His nickname, "Bon Gamin," reflects his affable persona outside the octagon[4]. Recently, Gane was involved in a highly anticipated fight against Tom Aspinall at UFC 321. However, the bout was ruled a no contest due to an accidental eye poke by Aspinall, leading to discussions about a potential rematch[6]. Despite this setback, Gane remains a key figure in the UFC heavyweight division, with ongoing relevance and anticipation surrounding his future fights.