Steve Erceg News
Steve Erceg plans to prove he's not a "bum" against Brandon Moreno at UFC Mexico City: "We will be slinging leather"
Cole Shelton - March 27, 2025
Steve Erceg wants to prove the doubters wrong that he is a top-ranked flyweight at UFC Mexico City. Erceg is coming off back-to-back losses to Kai Kara-France by KO and Alexandre Pantoja by decision. Despite losing two straight fights, he’s set to headline UFC Mexico City against Brandon Moreno on Saturday.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 192 with Steve Erceg and Vince Morales
Cole Shelton - March 25, 2025
The 192nd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Mexico City. We’re first joined by eighth-ranked UFC flyweight Steve Erceg (0:48). We close things out by talking with UFC bantamweight Vince Morales (11:42).
Steve Erceg explains why he's so excited to fight Brandon Moreno
Harry Kettle - February 19, 2025
UFC flyweight contender Steve Erceg has explained why he’s so excited to battle it out with Brandon Moreno in his next fight. Since arriving in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Steve Erceg has been on quite the rollercoaster ride. Following a 3-0 start, he managed to vault himself into a title fight against Alexandre Pantoja. The two battled it out at UFC 301, and unfortunately for Steve, he came up on the wrong side of a unanimous decision defeat.
REPORT | Brandon Moreno vs. Steve Erceg targeted for UFC Mexico City main event
Josh Evanoff - January 29, 2025
According to a recent report, Brandon Moreno and Steve Erceg will meet in the main event of UFC Mexico City in March. As of now, the March 29th event features a lot of high-profile Mexican talent. While Diego Lopes vs. Yair Rodriguez was initially expected to headline UFC Mexico City, that won’t be the case. As first reported by RealKevinK on X and later confirmed by Alex Behunin of MMA Mania, Brandon Moreno, and Steve Erceg will instead meet in the headliner.
Pros react after Kai Kara-France TKO's Steve Erceg at UFC 305
Chris Taylor - August 17, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 305 event was headlined by a key men’s flyweight bout featuring Steve Erceg taking on Kai Kara-France. Erceg (12-3 MMA) had most previously competed in May of this year, where he suffered a razor close decision loss to Alexandre Pantoja for the promotion‘s flyweight title. Prior to that setback, ‘Astro Boy’ had strung together 11-straight wins.
UFC 305 Results: Kai Kara-France KO's Steve Erceg (Video)
Chris Taylor - August 17, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 305 results, including the flyweight co-main event between Steve Erceg and Kai Kara-France. Erceg (12-2 MMA) last competed in May of this year, where he suffered a razor close decision loss to Alexandre Pantoja for the promotion‘s flyweight title. Prior to that setback, ‘Astro Boy’ had strung together 11-straight wins.
Steve Erceg explains why he preferred to not fight Kai Kara-France, expects to "put one on his chin" at UFC 305
Cole Shelton - August 13, 2024
Steve Erceg had UFC 305 circled as his next fight before he had even fought Alexandre Pantoja for the flyweight title back in May. Erceg is coming off a very close decision loss to Pantoja for the flyweight title. After the fight, Erceg made it clear he wanted a quick turnaround to fight at home in Perth, Australia and he got his wish.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 175 with Steve Erceg
Cole Shelton - August 13, 2024
The 175th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC 305. We’re joined by one-half of the co-main event and seventh-ranked flyweight contender Steve Erceg (0:52).
Steve Erceg rips Alexandre Pantoja after claiming he “hit like a girl” in UFC 301 title fight
Curtis Calhoun - June 17, 2024
Former UFC flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg’s immense respect for Alexandre Pantoja has faltered since their May title clash. Erceg fell to Pantoja by unanimous decision at UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro. The loss snapped an 11-fight winning streak, including a 3-0 unbeaten run inside the UFC entering his first promotional five-rounder.
Steve Erceg breaks silence after UFC 301 loss, reveals plans for quick turnaround
Josh Evanoff - May 10, 2024
UFC flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg is in great spirits despite his recent defeat. ‘Astroboy’ is fresh off his bid for flyweight gold in the main event of UFC 301 earlier this month. The bout frankly came out of nowhere for fans, and even Steve Erceg himself. However, after earning three wins inside the octagon, the Australian got the chance to face Alexandre Pantoja in Brazil.
Steve Erceg gets a fresh callout from top flyweight after gritty performance at UFC 301
Curtis Calhoun - May 8, 2024
UFC 301 flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg already has a potential next fight lined up just days after falling short in Brazil. Erceg lost to UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja by unanimous decision at UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro last Saturday. Despite going toe-to-toe with the titleholder, Ereceg fell short on the judges’ scorecards to snap an 11-fight winning streak.
What's next for the stars of UFC 301?
Cole Shelton - May 7, 2024
The UFC was in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for UFC 301 with the flyweight title fight headlining the event. In the main event, Alexandre Pantoja was looking to defend his title for the second time as he took on Steve Erceg who had an incredible rise to the title as this was just his fourth UFC fight. Jose Aldo, meanwhile, was making his return to the UFC to face Jonathan Martinez.
Steve Erceg explains why he went for a takedown in the fifth round of UFC 301 main event
Harry Kettle - May 6, 2024
UFC flyweight contender Steve Erceg has explained why he went for a takedown in the fifth round of his title bout with Alexandre Pantoja. Last Saturday night, Steve Erceg challenged Alexandre Pantoja for the UFC flyweight championship. In what proved to be a real back and forth contest, both men put everything they had on the line in the name of being called champion.
Robert Whittaker disagrees with fans saying Steve Erceg was robbed at UFC 301: "I thought Pantoja did enough to win"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 5, 2024
Robert Whittaker may have wanted Steve Erceg to win UFC gold, but he doesn’t agree with the notion that he was robbed against Alexandre Pantoja. Erceg sent a clear message despite the defeat in the main event of UFC 301. Going into his UFC Flyweight Championship bout against Pantoja, Erceg was the number 10-ranked 125-pounder in the UFC. After Saturday night, he figures to get a nice boost since he came close to defeating the champion. In the end, Pantoja came through when it mattered the most, gaining control of the challenger in the final frame to seal a unanimous decision win.
Steve Erceg reacts to UFC 301 loss against Alexandre Pantoja: "I Just Blew It"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 5, 2024
Steve Erceg reacted shortly after falling short in his first UFC title fight against Alexandre Pantoja. The two flyweights shared the Octagon in the main event of UFC 301. Pantoja’s gold was at stake. Erceg opened up a lot of eyes despite dropping a unanimous decision against the UFC Flyweight Champion. Some have even argued that Erceg won the fight, but the challenger seemed to know that it was down to the final round and he couldn’t seal the deal.
Pros react after Alexandre Pantoja defeats Steve Erceg at UFC 301
Chris Taylor - May 4, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 301 event was headlined by a men’s flyweight title fight featuring Alexandre Pantoja taking on Steve Erceg. Pantoja (28-5 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since scoring his first career title defense with a unanimous decision win over Brandon Royval at UFC 296 this past December. ‘The Cannibal’ had of course captured the men’s flyweight title in July of 2023 when he defeated Brandon Royval by way of split decision.
