UFC 265
Derrick Lewis vs Ciryl Gane
August 7, 2021 Toyota Center in Houston, Texas Main card (ESPN+ PPV at 10 p.m. ET)
Ciryl Gane def. Derrick Lewis
Ciryl Gane def. Derrick Lewis via third-round TKO (4:11)
‘He’s A Gatekeeper’
Referee John McCarthy believes UFC heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis will never become champion at 265 pounds and will finish his career as a gatekeeper.
Ngannou: UFC Trying To Sabotage Me!
UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou suggests his contract negotiations are the reason behind the promotion’s recent campaign to discredit him.
White Talks Ngannou-Gane Timeline
UFC President Dana White reveals timeline for Francis Ngannou vs. Ciryl Gane heavyweight title unification bout, expected to take place in late 2022 or early 2023.
Date: August 7, 2021
| Derrick Lewis | Ciryl Gane | |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | age | |
| 6'3" | height | 6'5 |
| 244lbs | weight | 265lbs |