Join the Miguel Delaney Inside Football Get exclusive insights and behind-the scenes access to the Miguel Delaney: inside newsletter Football Join the Miguel Delaney Inside newsletter Football newsletterOlympic gold medallist Gable Steveson has called for the UFC to sign him after producing a stunning 13-second knockout in front of one of the company’s primary matchmakers.Steveson, who won freestyle wrestling gold at Tokyo 2020, was making his debut for promotion Dirty Boxing on Thursday night and starched his opponent Billy Swanson in lightning-quick time.In the crowd was the UFC’s vice president of talent relations Mick Maynard, who Steveson made sure to address in his post-fight interview.“I think a special guest (Maynard) was here to watch me,” “The 25-year-old told me.” “Mick, you’ve seen a little bit I would love to show you a lot more. Hopefully you believe in me and I appreciate you.”Steveson, a wrestler, was a three time age-group world champ, as well as a 2 time NCAA Division I National Champion. He was widely acclaimed before achieving Olympic success in his 20s.
2025-10-31 10:37:43
Olympic gold medalist calls on UFC to sign him after knockout victory
