Sean Sharaf considering retirement after beating Gable Steveson
Sean Sharaf ponders retirement after Gable Steveson win.
In a surprising turn of events, Sean Sharaf may be considering retirement after his impressive 12-second victory over Gable Steveson at UFC 331. The 33-year-old, who was once on the verge of being cut from the UFC, secured a significant win that earned him a hefty $100,000 from MobLand and Dana White. Speaking about his bout, Sharaf revealed the immense pressure he faced, having lost his previous two fights and being on the chopping block.
Despite the high stakes, he admitted that he is not in a rush to make a decision about his future. Drawing parallels with successful fighters like Justin Gaethje, Sharaf believes that top performers should leave while they are ahead. He pondered on the idea of retirement, noting that it's not just about the present success, but also about the potential to beat even greater odds.
Similar to how other champions like Gaethje and Ilia have chosen to end their careers on high notes, Sharaf is contemplating a similar move, contemplating that it's often better to leave while on top.
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