Sean Sharaf's 12-second knockout of Gable Steveson sparks reactions

MMA Fighting • 23 sept. 13h00

Veteran fighter Sean Sharaf defeated Olympic gold-medalist Gable Steveson with a knockout just 12 seconds into their bout at UFC 331, becoming the event's surprise winner.

Yahoo Sports • 22 sept. 23h59

Gable Steveson, who lost to Sean Sharaf at UFC 331, issued a statement denying 2019 allegations, noting the case was closed with no charges, and said he will focus on his family and career.

MMA Junkie • 22 sept. 23h39

Olympic wrestler Gable Steveson responded to his knockout defeat at UFC 331, emphasizing that past sexual assault allegations were investigated and dismissed, and said he will focus on his family and career.

MMA Fighting • 22 sept. 23h36

Olympic wrestler Gable Steveson denied past sexual assault allegations, noting no criminal charges were filed, and said he will focus on his family and career following his recent UFC loss.

MMA Fighting • 22 sept. 19h30

Former champion Daniel Cormier said he was unaware he had repeated the same behavior he criticized Olympic wrestler Gable Steveson for, after the latter left the cage following a knockout loss at UFC 331.

MMA Junkie • 22 sept. 17h50

Ex-UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman said Steveson's cornermen should have urged him to continue fighting after his 12-second knockout loss at UFC 331.

MMA Junkie • 21 sept. 23h24

Jon Jones explained on social media that he escorted Gable Steveson to the back of the arena immediately after the fighter’s 12-second knockout at UFC 331, saying it was his decision to ensure his safety.

MMA Fighting • 21 sept. 22h56

Jon Jones explained on social media that he moved Gable Steveson to the medical area immediately after the fighter was knocked out in the opening round of his UFC 331 bout.

Bleacher Report • 21 sept. 21h31

Topps will release a trading card commemorating Sean Sharaf's 12-second knockout of Gable Steveson at UFC 331, marking Sharaf's first appearance in the series.

Defector • 21 sept. 19h12

Olympic wrestling champion Gable Steveson suffered a 12-second knockout loss to Sean Sharaf at a UFC event in Los Angeles, marking one of the fastest knockouts in heavyweight history.

MMA Fighting • 21 sept. 13h00

Olympic gold-medalist Gable Steveson was defeated by Sean Sharaf in 12 seconds on the UFC 331 main card, drawing boos from the audience and prompting criticism of his performance and demeanor.

mmajunkie.usatoday.com • 20 sept. 15h45

Dana White said the rapid knockout of Gable Steveson by Sean Sharaf underscores the sport’s unpredictability and noted the Olympic champion’s disappointment after leaving the octagon.

MMA Fighting • 20 sept. 12h00

Olympic wrestling champion Gable Steveson was knocked out 12 seconds into his UFC 331 debut, and former champion Daniel Cormier and podcaster Joe Rogan said his post-fight behavior showed a need for further development.

Yahoo Sports • 20 sept. 06h34

Olympic wrestler Gable Steveson suffered a 12-second knockout loss to Sean Sharaf at UFC 331, prompting comments from UFC CEO Dana White and Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier.

Yahoo Sports • 20 sept. 05h44

Olympic champion Gable Steveson suffered his first professional loss when Sean Sharaf knocked him out 12 seconds into their heavyweight bout at UFC 331, surprising bettors and observers.

Bleacher Report • 20 sept. 03h01

Gable Steveson suffered a first-round knockout loss to Sean Sharaf on the UFC 331 main card, dropping his UFC record to 1-1.

MMA Mania • 20 sept. 02h23

In a surprise upset at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, Sean Sharaf defeated Gable Steveson with a knockout just 12 seconds into the bout.