Jon Jones blamed for Gable Steveson storming out of the Octagon following UFC 331 loss

Steveson's corner has been blamed for his exit.

Bloodyelbow

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 1:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Sean Sharaf knocked out Gable Steveson in 12 seconds at UFC 331.
Steveson left the Octagon immediately after the stoppage without waiting for the official decision.
Chris Weidman and Dustin Poirier blamed cornerman Jon Jones and his team for letting Steveson leave.

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Gable Steveson suffered a shocking upset loss after being knocked out in 12 seconds by Sean Sharaf at UFC 331. Following the stoppage, the 26-year-old Olympic gold medalist stormed out of the Octagon prior to the official announcement and hand raise, drawing criticism from commentator Daniel Cormier.

Several fighters and analysts, including Chris Weidman and Dustin Poirier on the Deep Waters Podcast, criticized Steveson's corner team, which featured Jon Jones, for allowing him to leave rather than staying inside the cage. However, UFC CEO Dana White and CSAC head Andy Foster defended Steveson's swift departure for medical care.

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Jon Jones blamed for Gable Steveson storming out of the Octagon following UFC 331 loss

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