Squash match! Gable Steveson booked against 0-1 fighter for UFC debut on July 11
Gable Steveson is set to make his UFC debut against Elisha Ellison on July 11, 2026. Steveson, an Olympic gold medalist, has garnered significant attention after a series of impressive victories in his early MMA career. The matchup has raised eyebrows, as Ellison holds a 0-1 record in the UFC and is seen as an underdog in this bout.
- ▪Gable Steveson will face Elisha Ellison at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.
- ▪Steveson is a two-time NCAA Division I Heavyweight champion and an Olympic gold medalist.
- ▪Ellison has a 5-2 record but suffered a knockout loss in his UFC debut.
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