Gable Stevenson continues to display his impressive footwork as he lands a brutal knockout in his APFC début.
For the first time in his MMA career, Steveson wasn’t joined by UFC icon Jon Jones on the night, although the pair did communicate right up to the ring walk on the phone. And it didn’t matter as the heavyweight scored yet another quick-fire victory in the amateur ranks.
Steveson’s Olympic wrestling gold medals and brief WWE stint are what make him most famous. However, it’s his hands that may be about to take him to the UFC in an unprecedented move as he pushed for matchmaker Mick Maynard to give him the call after the fight.
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Gable Stevenson KO’d in 25 seconds by a vicious 25-second MMA opponent
Gable Steveson, just three weeks after his Dirty Boxing Championship debut in Nashville, headed to Albuquerque for his next challenge. Anthony Pettis’ APFC was the spot for his amateur return, where he faced Kevin Hein.
Holly Holm and Carlos Condit were among the stars who watched from cageside. Demetrious Johnston was also in attendance. Raul Rosas, Jr. got into the cage to do a promo for a sold-out crowd during the undercard.
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Steveson’s wrestling is what made him a global star, but he seemed keen yet again to show off his striking as he stood and traded with Hein. The first big right hand that he threw with intent immediately rendered Hein unconscious, although that didn’t stop Steveson from taking him down as well.
Hein was quickly removed from his opponent after the referee determined that he was out. This was the second win of his MMA-career and his third victory since he started fighting.
Gable Stevenson wants UFC to call him after just two amateur fights
It’s usually recommended that a multi-sport athlete, even a renowned one like Steveson, build up their experience on the amateur and regional professional circuit before heading to the UFC. An exception may be possible, given the relative weakness of heavyweight divisions across all of MMA.
Gable Steveson competes in Dirty Boxing 4, Credit: Dirty Boxing
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