Gilbert Burns News
Official main card lineup set for UFC 287: Pereira vs. Adesanya 2
Harry Kettle - March 21, 2023
The official main card line-up for next month’s UFC 287 event was confirmed by the promotion during last weekend’s broadcast. While the dust may just be settling on UFC 286 in London, we’re just a few weeks away from the company’s next major show. It’ll take place in Miami with the main event of the evening seeing Israel Adesanya challenge Alex Pereira for the UFC middleweight championship.
Gilbert Burns hoping Colby Covington won't receive UFC title shot upon return: "He fought Masvidal and disappeared"
Josh Evanoff - March 20, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns has reacted to Colby Covington’s sudden return. ‘Durinho’ has been out of action since his clash with Neil Magny in January. At UFC 283 in Brazil, the Brazilian scored a first-round submission victory. The win was Burns’ first since his back-and-forth slugfest with Khamzat Chimaev last April.
Gilbert Burns anticipates a bloody war with Jorge Masvidal at UFC 287: “I’m looking forward to a finish”
Cole Shelton - February 22, 2023
Gilbert Burns expects his fight against Jorge Masvidal to be a violent one. Burns and Masvidal are set to be the co-main event of UFC 287 on April 8 in Miami, Florida. It’s an intriguing matchup where the winner could be in title contention and given that Burns is a sizeable favorite, he expects to finish Masvidal in a violent fight.
Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal could return to journeyman status with loss to Gilbert Burns: "It's do or die"
Josh Evanoff - February 2, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal’s return is do or die. ‘Gamebred’ has been out of action since his clash with Colby Covington last March. In that outing, ‘Chaos’ dominated en route to a lopsided unanimous decision victory. Weeks following the bout, Masvidal reportedly assaulted Covington in a Miami restaurant.
Leon Edwards believes Jorge Masvidal matchup will be made if 'Gamebred' defeats Gilbert Burns: "Let's settle it once and for all"
Josh Evanoff - January 30, 2023
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards believes he could be facing Jorge Masvidal later this year. ‘Rocky’ has been out of action since his clash with Kamaru Usman at UFC 278 last August. The bout was a rematch of their prior encounter in December 2015, where ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ dominated en route to a unanimous decision victory.
Jorge Masvidal declines to put 'BMF' title on the line against Gilbert Burns at UFC 287: "I could give a f*ck less"
Josh Evanoff - January 30, 2023
Don’t expect to see the BMF title on the line for Jorge Masvidal vs. Gilbert Burns. ‘Gamebred’ has been out of action since his clash with Colby Covington last March. In that outing, ‘Chaos’ easily dominated with his wrestling en route to a lopsided unanimous decision victory. Weeks following that loss, Masvidal allegedly assaulted Covington in a Miami bar.
Belal Muhammad reacts to Gilbert Burns win at UFC 283: “Congratulations on beating #14 Neil Magny, who would probably lose to Jake Paul”
Harry Kettle - January 25, 2023
Belal Muhammad has taken a shot at Gilbert Burns following his victory over Neil Magny at UFC 283 last weekend. For a while now, Belal Muhammad has been climbing the welterweight ranks. Aside from his no contest with Leon Edwards, the Palestinian star has been on fire.
Gilbert Burns explains why he has “nothing against” Colby Covington following “weird” conversation at a Casino in Florida
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2023
Gilbert Burns has given his thoughts on divisional rival Colby Covington following a recent interaction down in Florida. In the wake of his win over Neil Magny, Gilbert Burns is ready to make another run for the title. Ever since coming up short against Kamaru Usman, he’s been dying to get back in the picture.
UFC 283 Results: Gilbert Burns stops Neil Magny in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 283 main card features a key welterweight battle between Gilbert Burns and Neil Magny. Burns (20-5 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since dropping a decision to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273. Prior to that setback, ‘Durinho’ was coming off a unanimous decision victory over Stephen Thompson.
UFC 283 | Pro fighters make their picks for Gilbert Burns vs. Neil Magny
Cole Shelton - January 19, 2023
On the main card of UFC 283, a welterweight fight goes down as Gilbert Burns takes on Neil Magny. Heading into the fight, Burns is a massive -500 favorite while the American is a +340 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The pros expect Burns to get it done with his grappling and can likely even get a submission win at home in Brazil.
Gilbert Burns hopes MMA promotions get more serious about healthcare after witnessing Damar Hamlin's injury in the NFL
Josh Evanoff - January 19, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns is hopeful MMA promotions paid attention to Damar Hamlin’s injury. The 24-year-old is a starting safety for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League. Earlier this month after making a routine tackle against the Cincinnati Bengals, Hamlin collapsed. Initial fears were that he suffered a concussion, but fans quickly realized something was seriously wrong.
Belal Muhammad fires back at Gilbert Burns after ‘Durinho’ accuses him of turning down a fight: “You have one ranked win and I have 4”
Cole Shelton - January 19, 2023
Belal Muhammad has responded to Gilbert Burns. At UFC 283 media day, Burns took a shot at Muhammad for allegedly turning him down to face him this Saturday in Brazil. As well, Burns was frustrated that Muhammad passed him in the welterweight rankings.
Gilbert Burns blasts welterweight division for lack of activity: "It never moves!"
Josh Evanoff - January 18, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns is a bit frustrated with the lack of activity in his division. ‘Durinho’ has been out of action since his clash with Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273 in April. Despite ‘Borz’ entering the matchup as a huge favorite, the Brazilian brought the fight to the undefeated welterweight. In the end, it was the Chechen who got the nod by unanimous decision.
Gilbert Burns says he was told Khamzat Chimaev plans on fighting at middleweight going forward
Harry Kettle - January 18, 2023
UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns has claimed that he was told Khamzat Chimaev plans on moving up to middleweight. Last April, Gilbert Burns and Khamzat Chimaev went to war. The two men battled it out in a welterweight clash for the ages, with Chimaev being pushed to the limit more so than he ever has been before.
Gilbert Burns reveals plans for fights with Belal Muhammad and Khamzat Chimaev after UFC 283: "I'll be ready"
Josh Evanoff - January 6, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns has some high-profile names in mind for this year. ‘Durinho’ has been out of action since his clash with Khamzat Chimaev last April at UFC 273. Despite ‘Borz’ entering the contest as a massive favorite, the Brazilian brought the fight to the unbeaten Chechen. However, Burns wound up coming up short by decision after 15 hard-fought minutes.
Gilbert Burns to face Neil Magny at UFC 283 in Brazil after Jorge Masvidal allegedly turned him down
Cole Shelton - November 22, 2022
Gilbert Burns will be getting the chance to fight in Brazil. When the UFC announced they would be returning to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Burns immediately called to be on the card. He has since called out Jorge Masvidal for the event and revealed that ‘Gamebred’ turned him down multiple times.
Gilbert Burns agrees to rematch Khamzat Chimaev at “any weight” following offer for UFC 283
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 20, 2022
Gilbert Burns has responded to Khamzat Chimaev’s suggestion for a rematch at UFC 283. Burns and Chimaev did battle back in April. The three-round barn burner earned “Fight of the Night” honors and raised the stocks of both men. In the end, it was Chimaev who picked up the unanimous decision victory.
Jorge Masvidal responds to ducking accusations from Gilbert Burns
Lewis Simpson - November 17, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has broken his silence after recent accusations thrown his direction by Gilbert Burns. The former two-time welterweight title challenger responded in a big way after receiving multiple callouts and accusations from Burns. Burns has publicly stated that Masvidal has turned him down on numerous occasions.