Gilbert Burns, also known as “Durinho,” burst onto the UFC scene back in 2014. With his slick jiu-jitsu and ever-improving striking, he quickly became a fan favorite. This Brazilian firecracker has been lighting up the UFC’s welterweight division for years now.
But even the best fighters taste defeat sometimes. So, how many times has Burns fallen short in the Octagon? The answer is seven times! Seven losses in the big league. But Burns is not some kind of punching bag. This guy’s record stands at an impressive 22-7. That’s a whole lot of wins. Let’s break down each of these losses.
First up, Rashid Magomedov handed Burns his UFC defeat. This was back in 2015, and he lost via unanimous decision. Then came Michal Prazeres back in 2016. Burns similarly lost via unanimous decision. Then came the always-dangerous Dan Hooker in 2018. This was the first time Burns lost via TKO/KO. It is necessary to note that at this time, Burns was fighting at lightweight.
Gilbert Burns then shifted his gaze to the welterweight division. Initially, he found success that eventually led to a title shot against Kamaru Usman. However, he fell short and lost the fight via KO. Then came Burns’ fight against the Boogeyman, Khamzat Chimaev. Despite being a close affair, Chimaev edged out Burns to win via unanimous decision.
The last two losses came back-to-back. Belal Muhammad, the current welterweight champion, outpointed him. Then Jack Della Maddalena stopped him in a fight that some argue he was winning. A well-timed knee by Maddalena was all it took.
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But Burns is as resilient as they come. Each loss seems to fuel him and make him hungrier. Fans have got to admire a fighter who keeps coming back for more. At 38, he’s not young in a young man’s sport. Yet, here he is, gearing up for another main event against Sean Brady.
Gilbert Burns Vs. Sean Brady: Fight Details
The highly anticipated fight between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady is set to kick off on Saturday, September 7. For viewers in the U.S., the main card will begin at 7 p.m. ET, with the main event featuring Burns and Brady scheduled for approximately 10 p.m. ET.
Fans in the UK can tune in starting at midnight BST for the main card, with the main event cagewalks expected around 3 a.m. BST on Sunday morning. The fight will take place at the UFC Apex Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, and will be broadcast on ESPN+ in the U.S. and TNT Sports in the UK.
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