Stephen A. Smith isn’t exactly a known for his MMA analysis. But given the network’s deal with the UFC, he was given the spot on the mic on Saturday at UFC 246.
During the ESPN+ post-fight who, the long-time ESPN commentator didn’t hold back on his criticisms towards Donald Cerrone, who was stopped inside 40 seconds by Conor McGregor during the event’s headliner fight.
“I’m quite disgusted,” he said (transcript by MMA Junkie). “Let me be very, very clear: I’m honored to be up here with you guys. I’m a spectator watching the sport. I expected to see more than 40 seconds.