Daniel Cormier, Joe Rogan criticize ‘ungrateful loser’ Gable Steveson for behavior after knockout loss at UFC 331
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Key Points:
- Gable Steveson, a highly touted UFC heavyweight prospect and Olympic gold medalist, suffered a shocking 12-second knockout loss to Sean Sharaf at UFC 331, abruptly ending his undefeated streak.
- Steveson drew criticism for walking out of the octagon immediately after the knockout without congratulating Sharaf or acknowledging the crowd, leading to backlash on social media and from commentators.
- UFC analyst Daniel Cormier condemned Steveson's post-fight behavior, emphasizing the importance of showing respect in defeat, while Joe Rogan suggested Steveson was overwhelmed by hype and underestimated his opponent.
- Sharaf, entering the fight with an 0-2 record, delivered a stunning upset with a perfectly timed left hook, highlighting the unpredictability of MMA and the challenges Steveson faces adapting to the sport.
- Cormier noted that Steveson is still new to MMA and must learn to handle the mental and physical demands of the UFC, especially as opponents show no deference to his Olympic pedigree.
