Gable Steveson

Gable Steveson Olympic gold medalist freestyle wrestling 2020 Tokyo

Gable Steveson

Weight Class
Heavyweight
Age
26
Competitions
UFC
Nationality
usa United States

Gable Steveson

is a 2020 Olympic gold medalist in freestyle wrestling and a two time NCAA Division I champion, now competing as an undefeated heavyweight prospect in the UFC. With a perfect 3 and 0 professional MMA record built entirely on first round finishes, Steveson is widely regarded as one of the most exciting heavyweight signings in recent UFC history. He is managed by First Round Management, a leading MMA management company specialising in UFC athlete representation, contract negotiation and brand partnerships for elite combat sports professionals.

  • Scheduled to make his UFC debut against Elisha Ellison at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, marking his first appearance in the Octagon after signing with the promotion in April 2026.
    July 11, 2026 — UFC 329
  • Gable Steveson defeated Alexander Romanov via technical fall in the main event, in his Real American Freestyle debut.
    May 30, 2026 — RAF 9
  • Gable Steveson defeated 14 fight veteran Hugo Lezama via first round TKO in Monterrey, Mexico.
    February 19, 2026 — Mexico Fight League 3
  • Gable Steveson defeated Billy Swanson via first round knockout in his Dirty Boxing debut, in front of UFC matchmaker Mick Maynard.
    October 30, 2025 — DBX 4
  • Gable Steveson made his professional MMA debut, defeating Braden Peterson via first round TKO.
    September 12, 2025 — LFA 217

Frequently Asked Questions

Gable Steveson is managed by First Round Management, a full service sports management company representing elite UFC and combat sports athletes worldwide. For booking, appearance and commercial enquiries, contact First Round Management at info@firstroundmanagement.com.
All booking, appearance and commercial enquiries for Gable Steveson are handled exclusively through First Round Management. You can reach the team at info@firstroundmanagement.com or via the contact page at 1str.com/contact-us.
Gable Steveson holds a perfect professional MMA record of 3 wins and 0 losses, with all three victories coming by way of first round finish.
Yes. Gable Steveson won the gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, becoming the youngest freestyle wrestler to win Olympic gold at super heavyweight.
Gable Steveson is scheduled to make his UFC debut on July 11, 2026 against Elisha Ellison at UFC 329, held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Gable Steveson trains at La Bodega Fight Club and has credited UFC legend Jon Jones as his primary mentor in mixed martial arts.
Gable Steveson competes in the Heavyweight division in the UFC.
Gable Steveson is a two time NCAA Division I national champion, a two time Dan Hodge Trophy winner, a four time Big Ten Conference champion and a five time All American at the University of Minnesota, in addition to his 2020 Olympic gold medal.

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