Sean Sharaf Knocks Out Gable Steveson at UFC 331

In a major upset at UFC 331, heavyweight underdog Sean Sharaf defeated Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson via a first-round knockout. The fight ended just 12 seconds after it began when Sharaf landed a punch that rendered Steveson unconscious. Entering the contest, Steveson was positioned as a -3000 favorite, while Sharaf held +1000 odds.

Following the event, Joe Rogan hosted Sharaf on his podcast to discuss the result. Rogan questioned if Steveson’s confidence was negatively impacted by having Jon Jones in his corner, suggesting that associating with an established champion might lead a fighter to believe they are invincible before earning their own accolades. Sharaf's victory has prompted questions regarding Steveson’s future trajectory in the sport as he looks to rebound from the loss.