Sean Sharaf

Overview

Twelve seconds. That is how long Sean Sharaf needed to win his first UFC fight, and it came after two knockout losses. "The Smoke" is a Freestyle MMA heavyweight from Anaheim, California, with a 1-2 UFC record and a 5-2-0 professional record across all promotions. He carries a one-fight win streak into his next fight.

A small sample, but a decisive one.

UFC Career

Sharaf debuted in October 2024 against Junior Tafa and lost by KO/TKO at 2:15 of round two. He returned in December 2025 against Steven Asplund and lost the same way, at 3:49 of round two.

Then came the turnaround. At UFC 331 in September 2026, he knocked out Gable Steveson at 0:12 of round one.

Every UFC fight he has had ended by knockout, for him and against him.

Fighting Style

Sharaf is a high-volume striker who throws a lot and gets hit a lot. He puts out more offense than most in the UFC, but he is also easy to tag, and his defense leaves him open. His accuracy is about what you'd expect from a typical UFC fighter.

The grappling side is a weak spot. He gets taken down more than most and rarely threatens with submissions. He isn't a fighter who looks to change levels either.

His one UFC win was a first-round knockout, and both of his losses also came by knockout or TKO. Fights involving Sharaf tend to end on the feet.

Notable Wins

• Gable Steveson — KO/TKO, round 1 (0:12), UFC 331 (2026)

Quick Facts

• Division: Heavyweight
• UFC record: 1-2
• Professional record (all promotions): 5-2-0
• UFC debut: 2024
• Stance: Orthodox
• Height / reach: 6'2" / 76"
• Team: Freestyle MMA
• Born: Anaheim, CA, United States