One of the most promising fighters in MMA, Gable Stevenson, has finally arrived in the UFC. A friend and protégé of... Jon Jones A gold medalist in wrestling at the Tokyo Olympics (Japan) in 2020, the athlete will strengthen the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg) and already knows when he will make his long-awaited debut. The American will compete in the octagon for the first time at the grand UFC 329, an event scheduled to take place on July 11 in Las Vegas (USA), during 'International Fight Week'.
The announcement of the high-profile signing was made by the company itself during the broadcast of UFC 327, a show held this Saturday (11), in Miami (USA). Despite the news, the agreement between the fighter and the organization was not surprising at all. On the contrary, many fans and MMA professionals pointed out that it was only a matter of time before Steveson joined the company.
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And, with the mutual interest of the athlete and Dana White, the negotiation was finalized. It's true that it's still unknown who the wrestler will face, but the expectation is that he will make an immediate impact in the UFC, quickly reach the top of the traditional category, and make history.
Steveson's fighters in MMA
Gable Stevenson, 25, made his mark in wrestling and is now excelling in MMA. Before signing with the UFC, the American competed in smaller events to gain experience in the sport and, above all, to improve other areas of his game. In the sport since 2025, the athlete has fought three times and won all three via knockout in the first round.
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