The UFC makes history with its first event in France on September 3rd, featuring a heavyweight clash between #1 ranked Ciryl Gane (10-1) and #3 ranked Tai Tuivasa (15-3).

Betting Odds:

• Ciryl Gane: -600 favorite
• Tai Tuivasa: +400 underdog
• Both fighters have plus-odds to win via KO/TKO/DQ

Ciryl Gane Analysis:

• Elite movement and athleticism for a heavyweight
• Muay Thai background with precise kicks
• Karate-like point fighting style
• Weakness in wrestling/ground game exposed by Ngannou
• Gameplan likely focused on hit-and-don't-get-hit strategy

Tai Tuivasa Analysis:

• Riding 5-fight KO win streak
• Recent KO victory over Derrick Lewis
• Only needs one clean shot to end the fight
• May struggle with Gane's movement early
• Could find success clinching and landing elbows

Fight Prediction: This main event will likely end in a finish, with two possible scenarios:

1. Gane wears down Tuivasa for a late stoppage (rounds 3-4)
2. Tuivasa catches Gane with a fight-ending punch

The stark betting line is surprising given both fighters' finishing ability, making Tuivasa an intriguing underdog play at +400, especially considering heavyweight volatility.

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