Ex-champ says cornermen failed Gable Steveson at UFC 331
MMA Junkie • • sports
Key Points:
- Gable Steveson suffered a major upset at UFC 331, being knocked out by Sean Sharaf in just 12 seconds, marking one of the quickest finishes in UFC history.
- Steveson faced significant criticism from fans for leaving the octagon early before Sharaf’s victory was officially announced.
- Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman criticized Steveson's corner for not intervening and urged fighters to show respect by staying in the octagon until the official outcome.
- Weidman emphasized the importance of handling losses professionally and suggested that Steveson's experienced corner, including Greg Jackson and Jon Jones, should have ensured he remained in the octagon.
- The incident has sparked a broader conversation about sportsmanship and corner responsibilities in MMA.
