On Sunday, November 23 2025, Gable Steveson added yet another emphatic win to his professional combat sports record. Competing in the main event of Anthony Pettis FC 21 (APFC 21) at the Isleta Resort & Casino, Steveson required only 24 seconds to dispatch Kevin Hein with a clean left hook—a finish followed by an instinctive double‑leg takedown as Hein collapsed.
Hein entered aggressively, trying to make an early statement, but Steveson’s timing and power proved decisive. With that knockout, Steveson improved his record to 3‑0 in 2025, all wins via first‑round stoppage: his MMA debut win under two minutes at LFA 127, a 15‑second finish during a one‑off outing for Dirty Boxing, and now this latest sub‑half‑minute performance.
Picture perfect KO from Gable. Wow. #APFC21 pic.twitter.com/BytyaYKL4i
— UFC FIGHT PASS (@UFCFightPass) November 24, 2025
Gable Steveson has his sights set on the big show #APFC21 pic.twitter.com/Bxp0vxwpOk
— UFC FIGHT PASS (@UFCFightPass) November 24, 2025
In his post‑fight remarks, Steveson highlighted the presence that UFC matchmaker Mick Maynard was expected to have at the event—but was still in transit, returning from UFC Qatar. Steveson used the moment as a subtle signal that he is ready to step up to the UFC stage.
With dominating displays on the regional scene, broad athletic pedigree and a finish percentage that catches eyes, Steveson stands out as one of MMA’s most compelling prospects. The next logical step appears to be the UFC’s heavyweight division—many are expecting the move sooner rather than later.
