Sean Sharaf reacts to historic UFC 331 upset knockout over Gable Steveson: ‘I shocked the world’
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Key Points:
- Sean Sharaf, a 12-to-1 underdog, stunned the MMA world by knocking out Olympic and NCAA wrestling star Gable Steveson in just 12 seconds at UFC 331, marking one of the biggest upsets in MMA history.
- Despite the victory, Sharaf remained grounded, stating he treats every fight the same and hasn’t yet realized how much the win might change his life, though he acknowledged increased media attention.
- Sharaf had openly discussed Steveson's 2019 arrest on suspicion of sexual assault during fight week, which may have contributed to the cold reception Steveson received from fans, especially after he left the octagon before the official result was announced.
- Sharaf emphasized that losses are part of growth, expressing respect for Steveson's talent and predicting he will improve and likely be seen again in the UFC.
- Sharaf credited his win to a simple game plan of striking effectively and avoiding damage, expressing gratitude and belief in himself and his team for the unexpected but decisive victory.
