Gable Steveson returns to wrestling for RAF 12 after UFC debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:36 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Gable Steveson, the Olympic gold medalist, will compete in wrestling at RAF 12 on August 22 in Cleveland against Anthony Cassioppi. This follows his successful UFC 329 debut where he stopped Elisha Ellison in the first round. Steveson has stated his intention to return to the Octagon this fall after improving his professional record to 4-0. The event will stream on Fox Nation and celebrates the first anniversary of the Real American Freestyle promotion.
- •Steveson returns to wrestling at RAF 12 on August 22.
- •He will face Anthony Cassioppi in Cleveland.
- •His UFC debut ended in a first-round knockout victory.
- •Steveson aims for another UFC fight this fall.
- •RAF 12 marks the promotion's first anniversary.
- 5:36 AMYahoo Sports — Gable Steveson returns to wrestling following UFC 329 debut win
"Gable Steveson will return to the wrestling mat following his triumphant debut in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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