Usman Nurmagomedov questions Gable Steveson’s lack of MMA experience

MMA star Usman Nurmagomedov has questioned Gable Steveson’s lack of MMA experience after his first professional loss.

By Harry Kettle · BJ Penn

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 8:55 AM

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Gable Steveson was knocked out in the opening seconds against Sean Sharaf at UFC 331.
Usman Nurmagomedov questioned Steveson's lack of amateur and professional MMA experience.
Nurmagomedov stated Steveson is an Olympic-level wrestler but not yet a complete fighter or striker.

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MMA fighter Usman Nurmagomedov has questioned Gable Steveson's overall mixed martial arts experience following Steveson's knockout loss to Sean Sharaf at UFC 331. Steveson was stopped within the opening seconds of the bout, marking his first professional defeat in the sport.

Speaking to Red Corner MMA, Nurmagomedov noted that despite Steveson's Olympic wrestling pedigree, he lacks necessary amateur and striking experience. Nurmagomedov highlighted the importance of distance management in MMA while wishing Steveson a speedy recovery and future success.

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