Putting on a record-setting performance in his first excursion into the Octagon, heavyweight scrapper Steven Asplund now stands as possibly the brightest unranked competitor in his division in the UFC.
Steven Asplund Enjoyed Stellar Rise on Regional Scene Before Capturing UFC Contract
Beginning his run on the pre-professional circuit in 2022, Steven Asplund garnered a major amount of success on the tough Minnesota amateur scene, racking up a perfect 6-0 record. This run of domination saw Steven Asplund end four of his wins inside the distance, including two third-round guillotine submissions. He also added much to his trophy case, scoring three heavyweight titles, one under the Midwest Cage Championship banner and two more whilst fighting in the Minnesota-based organization Ignite Fights.