Joe Rogan comments on Gable Steveson's UFC performance and mindset

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Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Joe Rogan comments on Gable Steveson's UFC performance and mindset
Summary

Joe Rogan criticized Gable Steveson's approach heading into UFC 331, suggesting he became overly confident after training with Jon Jones. Steveson suffered a rapid knockout loss to Sean Sharaf, which Rogan described as one of the biggest upsets in UFC history. During his podcast, Rogan emphasized that aspiring fighters should remain aware of the challenges and uncertainties in the sport, advising Steveson to ground his expectations. As an Olympic gold medalist, Steveson was seen as a potential future UFC champion, highlighting the significance of mental preparation in MMA.

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  • •Gable Steveson lost to Sean Sharaf in just 12 seconds at UFC 331.
  • •Joe Rogan believes Steveson was overconfident after training with Jon Jones.
  • •Steveson was a -2500 favorite before the fight.
  • •Rogan stressed the need for fighters to remain mentally grounded.
  • •Steveson has a mixed record of 4-1 in MMA and 1-1 in UFC.
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  • 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Rogan says Jon Jones being around Gable Steveson had a negative effect
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Joe Rogan thinks Gable Steveson got ahead of himself heading into UFC 331.

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