Gable Steveson Returns To The UFC At UFC 331 This Weekend

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One of the most accomplished wrestlers in recent American history is set to return to the Octagon this weekend.

Olympic gold medalist and two-time NCAA champion Gable Steveson is scheduled to face Sean Sharaf at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, marking the latest chapter in Steveson's transition from amateur wrestling to mixed martial arts.

Steveson remains one of the most recognizable names in wrestling after winning Olympic gold and establishing himself as one of the most dominant heavyweight wrestlers of his generation. Now, he'll look to continue building momentum in the UFC heavyweight division when he returns to action Saturday night.

Who Is Gable Steveson?

Steveson entered mixed martial arts with one of the most accomplished wrestling resumes of any active UFC heavyweight.

The Minnesota native became a two-time NCAA champion and two-time Dan Hodge Trophy winner while competing for the University of Minnesota. The Hodge Trophy is widely regarded as the wrestling equivalent of college football's Heisman Trophy and is awarded annually to the nation's top college wrestler.

Steveson also captured Olympic gold for the United States at the Tokyo Olympics, cementing his place among the sport's all-time greats.

His success began long before college. Steveson won U17 World titles in 2015 and 2016 before claiming a U20 World championship in 2017. He later made the U.S. Senior World Team in 2023 and established himself as one of the most dominant heavyweight wrestlers of his generation.

Now, after reaching the pinnacle of the sport at the age-group, collegiate and Olympic levels, Steveson is attempting to translate that success to mixed martial arts as he continues his UFC career.

Who Is Gable Steveson Fighting At UFC 331?

Steveson is scheduled to face Sean Sharaf in a heavyweight bout at UFC 331.

The matchup gives Steveson another opportunity to showcase how his elite wrestling skills translate to the highest level of MMA competition. Wrestlers have long found success in the UFC, and Steveson enters the fight carrying expectations that come with his extensive amateur accomplishments.

A victory would help continue his development as he works his way through the heavyweight division.

How To Watch Gable Steveson At UFC 331

Fans can watch Steveson's fight on Paramount+ as part of the UFC 331 main card.

The main card is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. ET with Steveson set to compete in the second fight of the evening.

His bout against Sharaf is one of the most anticipated matchups on the card for wrestling fans eager to see one of the sport's most accomplished athletes continue his MMA journey.

Why Wrestling Fans Are Watching

Steveson's return represents another opportunity for wrestling fans to follow one of the sport's biggest names on a new stage.

Throughout UFC history, wrestlers have consistently found success at the highest levels of MMA, and Steveson possesses credentials that place him among the most accomplished wrestling backgrounds currently competing in the promotion.

With Olympic and NCAA titles already on his resume, Steveson will look to add another chapter to his combat sports career when he steps into the Octagon at UFC 331.

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