Colby Covington advises Gable Steveson to leave Jon Jones after UFC 331

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Colby Covington advises Gable Steveson to leave Jon Jones after UFC 331
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Colby Covington urged Gable Steveson to change training camps following his knockout loss to Sean Sharaf at UFC 331 in Los Angeles. Steveson, who was a heavy favorite, fell in just 12 seconds, marking a significant upset in UFC history. Covington criticized Steveson for abandoning his wrestling skills and suggested that his association with Jon Jones is detrimental. He described Jones as a negative influence, advising Steveson to seek a new camp and refocus on his wrestling roots.

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  • Gable Steveson lost to Sean Sharaf in 12 seconds at UFC 331.
  • Colby Covington called for Steveson to change training camps after the defeat.
  • Covington cited Steveson's reliance on striking instead of wrestling as concerning.
  • He labeled Jon Jones as a bad influence on Steveson's career.
  • The fight took place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
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Colby Covington wants Gable Steveson to change camps after UFC 331.

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