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Gilbert Burns touts massive career change, reveals how many fights left before UFC retirement

Gilbert Burns has a dream once he’s done fighting in the UFC. The former title challenger’s dreams of making it back to a UFC championship came to a heaping halt in his last fight against Michael Morales, where Burns was brutally TKO’d in the opening round.

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Islam Makhachev Responds on Potential Khamzat Chimaev Superfight

It didn’t take long for media to start floating the idea of an Islam Makhachev v Khamzat Chimaev superfight. After years of chasing gold, Khamzat Chimaev finally claimed the middleweight title at UFC 319, dismantling Dricus Du Plessis in a one-sided affair.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 19

Kamaru Usman Brushes Off Short-Notice Narrative in Light of Khamzat Chimaev’s UFC 319 Dominance

UFC 319 was a showcase of pure old-school grappling dominance as Khamzat Chimaev mauled Dricus Du Plessis to capture the middleweight title. Chimaev’s performance was nothing short of suffocating, with 21:40 minutes of control time, 12 takedowns, 529 total strikes, and three crucifix holds.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 19

‘Class Act’ Kamaru Usman Silences Haters Taking Shine Away from Khamzat Chimaev Win

Khamzat Chimaev stunned the MMA world at UFC 319, dismantling Dricus Du Plessis to claim the middleweight throne. In a masterclass of relentless wrestling pressure and suffocating ground control, ‘Borz’ delivered one of the most dominant title fight performances in recent memory.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 15

UFC 319 Main Event Preview and Prediction: Dricus Du Plessis – Khamzat Chimaev

In the main event of UFC 319 tomorrow night, we are going to see a very highly anticipated middleweight title fight. Middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis (23-2) will look to defend his title for the third time as he takes on the undefeated superstar Khamzat Chimaev (14-0).

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 1

Who Are the Best UFC Fighters to Come Out of The Ultimate Fighter?

The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) has been a proving ground for raw MMA fighters over the years. Whilst also producing several legendary fighters, we must never

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 20

Morales Stuns Burns in UFC Fight Night

On Saturday night, UFC Fight Night was a quick welterweight bout between No. 8 ranked Gilbert Burns and No. 12 ranked Michael Morales. The bout was the headliner of the event.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / May 20

Former Title Challenger in Bind Following Devastating Setback

Is this truly the end of the road for Gilbert Burns as a welterweight contender? In the midst of a three-fight losing streak, Gilbert Burns entered the UFC Apex last Saturday in an attempt to get himself back on the board in the quickly evolving 170-lb landscape.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 19

Undefeated UFC star Michael Morales targets next fight after stopping Gilbert Burns

Michael Morales' first-round TKO against Gilbert Burns sent shockwaves throughout the welterweight division. Now, the unbeaten prospect can take it to the next level.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Fighter Reveals Bizarre Diagnosis That Scrapped UFC Co-Main: ‘I Never Thought That Would Take Me Out’

UFC Vegas 106 delivered some solid action inside the Octagon, but not without a few curveballs. The main event featured a welterweight clash between Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 18

Gilbert Burns issues statement after fourth-straight UFC loss

Gilbert Burns has remained a consummate professional following his loss to Michael Morales at UFC Vegas 106. Morales knocked out Burns in the first round of their main event fight to extend his undefeated record to 18-0.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 18

UFC Rising Star Thrills Fans

Michael Morales has put the UFC welterweight division on notice with his absolute destruction of a very well respected top welterweight in Gilbert Burns via a first round stoppage Saturday in Las Vegas.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 18

Morales Stops Burns In A Round – ‘He Is The Real Deal’

Michael Morales knocked out Gilbert Burns at UFC Vegas 106 in the first round in a devastating finish. Burns came out of the blocks fast, as he started swinging in the hope of catching Morales early on.

MMA News / Field Level Media / May 17

Michael Morales TKOs Gilbert Burns quickly at UFC Vegas 106

Welterweight Michael Morales made short work of former UFC welterweight champion Gilbert Burns, earning a first-round TKO at 3:39 in the UFC Fight Night main event on Saturday night in Las Vegas.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 17

Michael Morales stops Gilbert Burns in the first round

The octagon was at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Saturday for the UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales fight card. The event was headlined by a welterweight bout between No.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 17

Michael Morales demolishes former title challenger Gilbert Burns at UFC Vegas 106

The UFC returned to Las Vegas this weekend with a UFC Fight Night event headlined by top-ranked welterweights Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales. A former

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MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 16

UFC Vegas 106 Weigh-In Results: All fighters made weight

The UFC Vegas 106: Burns vs. Morales official weigh-in takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Friday. The event is headlined by a welterweight bout between No.

MMA News / The SportsRush / May 15

Are Gilbert Burns and Herbert Burns Really Brothers? The UFC Sibling Duo Fans Didn’t Know About

Gilbert Burns, the Brazilian fighter, has been the staple of the promotion since his debut in 2014. He has put on some memorable performances over the years – not least his 2015 armour submission win over Alex Oliveira in 2015.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / May 13

UFC Vegas 106: Must-See Undercard Saturday in Enterprise, NV

UFC Vegas 106 fight week is underway. For the first time in the month of May, MMA’s No. 1 promotion returns to its Nevada homebase for the final installment of UFC Fight Night to take place before a bye week for the Memorial Day holiday next week.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / January 10

UFC 314 adding Gilbert Burns – Michael Morales

The UFC is heading back to Miami in April and yesterday we learned of a banger of a welterweight matchup that will be featured on the card. AG Fight was the first to report yesterday that former welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns (22-8) will be taking on undefeated rising contender Michael Morales (17-0).

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 20

Colby Covington calls out Gilbert Burns, Burns responds

Fresh off a TKO loss to Joaquin Buckley in the UFC on ESPN 63 main event on Dec. 14, former interim welterweight champion Colby Covington has his eyes fixated on his next opponent.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 8, 2024

Gilbert Burns regrets ‘forcing the finish’ during five-round loss to Sean Brady in must-win matchup

A win or a loss can impact someone’s career in a huge way in the sport of MMA. Gilbert Burns suffered his third loss in a row after his latest defeat to Sean Brady at UFC Vegas 97.

MMA News / Field Level Media / September 7, 2024

Sean Brady outlasts Gilbert Burns at UFC Fight Night

Sean Brady defeated Gilbert Burns by unanimous decision on Saturday night in their main event welterweight bout at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. Burns (22-8-0) entered the fight as the betting underdog and was overwhelmed by Brady (17-1-0), who took the cards 50-45, 50-45, 49-46.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 6, 2024

UFC Fight Night Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady TV Channel, Start Time, Odds

After a dark week for the UFC, the promotion returns to Las Vegas for another Fight Night installment from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nev. The main event features a key welterweight contender bout between former title challenger Gilbert Burns (22-7 MMA, 15-7 UFC) and rising Philadelphia-based star Sean Brady (16-1 MMA, 6-1 UFC).

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 4, 2024

UFC Fight Night Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady Full Card Picks & Predictions

The UFC is back in Las Vegas, NV for a Fight Night event at the Apex this Saturday, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for the entire 13-fight card.

MMA News / Wrestling on SI / March 8, 2024

Gilbert Burns Fighting for a Return to Title Contention: ‘I Still Have What It Takes’

The MMA Notebook runs every Friday. If you are looking for an upset at UFC 299, Gilbert Burns has you covered. Only a slight underdog, Burns looks to make the most of his Miami homecoming in tomorrow’s fight against Jack Della Maddalena.