Overview
- Steveson ended the bout with a left hook as he changed levels for a takedown, with Hein unconscious before he hit the canvas.
- Anthony Pettis’ promotion elevated Steveson to the headliner over two title fights at the Isleta Resort & Casino in Albuquerque.
- The win caps a 3-0 2025 across combat sports, including a 98-second LFA debut TKO and a separate 15-second Dirty Boxing knockout that does not count on his MMA record.
- Steveson said UFC matchmaker Mick Maynard had been expected at APFC 21 but was returning from UFC Qatar, and no UFC deal has been announced.
- Mentored by Jon Jones, Steveson drew praise and bold projections for a rapid rise, with notable names such as Holly Holm, Carlos Condit and Demetrious Johnson watching cageside.