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UFC Has Strong Interest in Former WWE Star

UFC Has Strong Interest in Former WWE Star

Summary

Gable Steveson, a former WWE star and Olympic Gold Medalist, is training in mixed martial arts (MMA) with UFC fighter Jon Jones. UFC President Dana White is closely monitoring Steveson's progress and considers him a potential future UFC fighter. Steveson recently had a successful debut in MMA and boxing, showing promise as he moves from amateur wrestling to combat sports.

Key Facts

  • Gable Steveson is a former WWE star and Olympic Gold Medalist.
  • He is training in MMA with Jon Jones, a well-known UFC fighter.
  • UFC President Dana White is watching Steveson's transition closely.
  • Steveson made his successful MMA debut in September with a first-round win.
  • He also won his professional boxing debut in October very quickly.
  • Steveson signed with WWE in 2021 but only had one televised match before leaving in 2024.
  • The UFC is preparing for an upcoming event in Saudi Arabia on November 9, 2025.
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