Sean Sharaf defeats Gable Steveson via KO in 12 seconds at UFC 331
Sean Sharaf defeated Gable Steveson via a 12-second knockout at UFC 331, marking one of the fastest finishes in the division's history. The crowd reacted negatively toward Steveson, who has faced past controversy regarding criminal allegations.
Why it matters
The fight highlights the volatile nature of professional MMA and the influence of public perception on athlete reception.
Hear this story Gable Steveson entered his second UFC fight as the heavy favorite, but none of that mattered as he was knocked out just 12 seconds into the UFC 331 match at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, Sept. 19.
Sean Sharaf, fighting out of Santa Ana, California, rattled Steveson just seconds into the fight, delivering a left hook to the jaw of the 26-year-old former wrestling standout.
It was the third-fastest victory in the UFC’s heavyweight division, according to the broadcast.
Sharaf was in a state of shock at how quickly the fight ended, soaking in the moment before embracing the crowd reaction.
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