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Sean Sharaf stuns Gable Steveson with 12-second KO at UFC 331

Olympic gold medalist and massive betting favorite Steveson knocked out in one of the biggest upsets in UFC history, then walked out before the decision was announced.

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What to know

  • Sean Sharaf knocked out massive favorite Gable Steveson in 12 seconds—one of the biggest betting upsets in UFC history—in his second UFC fight at UFC 331 on September 19.
  • Steveson's early exit from the cage before the official decision was announced drew sharp criticism from commentators including Daniel Cormier, who called him an 'ungrateful loser.'
  • Pre-fight tension was inflamed when Sharaf raised Steveson's 2019 arrest on criminal sexual conduct charges (case dropped for lack of evidence) during the press conference.
  • Three days after the loss, Steveson issued a statement addressing both the knockout and the resurfaced allegations; he has indicated he intends to continue his MMA career.

“When you're in that position, obviously, he had huge expectations on himself, and it happens. Forrest Griffin f***ing ran out of the Octagon when he won the fight.”

Dana White, UFC CEO · Yahoo Sports ↗

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Sean Sharaf stuns Gable Steveson with 12-second KO at UFC 331
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    Steveson vows to return stronger after first career loss

    Steveson indicated he intends to continue his professional MMA career and rebuild after the shocking defeat.

    1. 2 outlets Gable Steveson breaks silence after stunning UFC 331 loss, addresses 2019 allegations in lengthy statement

      first by Yahoo Sports, 4d ago · also USA Today

      3 more headlines
  2. 5

    Steveson issues statement addressing loss and past allegations

    Three days after the knockout, Steveson broke his silence with a statement that addressed both his UFC 331 loss and the resurfaced 2019 allegations. His statement reportedly focused significantly on the controversial past.

    1. 2 outlets first by Yahoo Sports, 5d ago · also MMA Fighting · read ↗

    2. 2 outlets Gable Steveson’s manager releases statement after shocking 12-second knockout loss at UFC 331

      first by mmafighting.com, 7d ago · also Yahoo Sports

      1 more headline
  3. 4

    Daniel Cormier responds to hypocrisy criticism

    After fans pointed out that Cormier himself had left the octagon early after a loss, he addressed the criticism and acknowledged his own post-fight conduct. Footage surfaced showing Cormier behaving similarly after his own losses.

    1. 2 outlets first by Yahoo Sports, 5d ago · also MMA Fighting · read ↗

    2. 1 outlet first by Yahoo Sports, 5d ago · read ↗

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    Sharaf shows respect for Steveson despite pre-fight tension

    In his post-fight press conference, Sharaf kept things respectful and suggested the loss would help Steveson improve, noting he himself had struggled after his first UFC loss. He acknowledged Steveson was leaving the cage but framed it as part of processing the moment.

    “He just had his first loss. It makes you better. You're going to take a look back, and you can't underestimate people. You can't think you're untouchable and you're just going to run through people.”
    — Sean Sharaf
    1. 2 outlets Dana White reacts to Gable Steveson's stunning UFC 331 loss, Steveson leaving the cage early

      first by Yahoo Sports, 7d ago · also MMA Fighting

      2 more headlines
  6. 2

    Pre-fight controversy over 2019 sexual conduct arrest resurfaces

    During the pre-fight press conference on September 19, Sharaf called Steveson 'a rapist' and referenced his 2019 arrest on suspicion of criminal sexual conduct. The case had been dropped for lack of evidence, but the allegation dominated the lead-up to the fight and contributed to the hostile atmosphere.

    “You let that man get his hand raised, and you stand there no matter how you feel. If you're concussed, cry. I did it.”
    — Daniel Cormier, UFC Hall of Famer, commentator · source
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    Daniel Cormier and UFC legends criticize Steveson's conduct

    UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier, now on Paramount+ commentary, admonished Steveson as an 'ungrateful loser' for not staying to acknowledge his opponent's victory. Cormier said Steveson must 'take your lick whenever you lose' and 'let that man get his hand raised.' Dana White contextualized the reaction as emotional but noted such incidents happen, recalling when Forrest Griffin ran from the octagon after winning at UFC 148.

    “You cannot be a great winner and then an ungrateful loser, and I think that was bad by Steveson.”
    — Daniel Cormier

    1. 2 outlets first by Yahoo Sports, 7d ago · also USA Today · read ↗

    2. 1 outlet Daniel Cormier Criticizes Gable Steveson for Post-Fight Decision

      first by heavy.com, 8d ago

  8. background

    Steveson leaves cage before decision is announced — Immediately after being knocked out and regaining consciousness, Steveson exited the octagon with coach Jon Jones before the referee could raise Sharaf's hand. The Los Angeles crowd booed as he left the arena.

  9. background

    Sean Sharaf KOs Gable Steveson in 12 seconds at UFC 331 — In his second UFC fight, Steveson was caught by a two-punch combination from Sharaf just 12 seconds into the first round at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Steveson entered as a -2500 favorite; Sharaf was a 10-to-1 underdog. The knockout was the third-fastest finish in UFC heavyweight history.

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  1. 3 outlets Sean Sharaf reacts to massive upset win over Gable Steveson at UFC 331, reveals what happened in post-fight interaction

    first by MMA Fighting, 4d ago · also Yahoo Sports, MMA Mania

    1 more headline
  2. 2 outlets Gable Steveson Fallout Exposed 2 People — And Jon Jones Isn't One Of Them

    first by Forbes Business, 4d ago · also Yahoo Sports

  3. 2 outlets Manager Reacts to Gable Steveson Losing at UFC 331

    first by Yahoo Sports, 8d ago · also MMA Mania

    1 more headline

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