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UFC Vegas 106 is shaping up to be one of the more intriguing cards to hit the Apex this year. The May 17th event, set in Las Vegas, is currently expected to be headlined by a light heavyweight clash between Paul Craig and Rodolfo Bellato, though with the recent wave of lineup changes across UFC events, nothing feels locked in.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / March 20

UFC London: Must See Main Card Saturday Night

UFC London is upon us. This Saturday night in the United Kingdom, the No. 1 MMA promotion in the world begins its spring schedule of events with another installment of UFC Fight Night.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 12

Khamzat Chimaev snubs Gilbert Burns as he names his toughest UFC opponent

Khamzat Chimaev says one man has given a tougher fight than Gilbert Burns in the UFC. By April 2022, ‘Borz’ had stopped 10 consecutive opponents to become one of MMA’s biggest stars.

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 / October 31

Khamzat Chimaev warned about underestimating power of UFC champ

Khamzat Chimaev delivered a dominant performance against Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. He finished the former middleweight champion in the first round and firmly established himself as a top contender for the title.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 11

Robert Whittaker delighted to train with Cruiserweight world champ ahead of Khamzat Chimaev showdown: 'It’s priceless'

At UFC 308, Robert Whittaker will finally have the chance to face Khamzat Chimaev. The battle was postponed from its original date at UFC Saudi Arabia, yet fans are just as excited about the bout.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 9

Sean Brady Picks Up Important Win over Gilbert Burns

Sean Brady may never get a shot at fighting for the UFC welterweight crown. But if the Philadelphia native continues to pick up wins like he did over Gilbert Burns Saturday night, his name will never be far from the conversation.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 8

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

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

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 5

UFC Fight Night Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady Full Card Odds & Best Bets

The UFC returns from a week off for another Fight Night event at the Apex, and MMAKO is here to give you full money line odds for every matchup at the event as well as look at some of the best betting options available.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 4

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 / FirstSportz / September 4

Gilbert Burns confident on ‘black belt vs. black belt’ matchup against Sean Brady to overcome two-fight skid

Welterweights Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady are all set to lock horns this weekend at UFC Vegas 97 inside the Apex. It remains a crucial matchup for both fighters to advance further in the division.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 10

UFC finalizing main event between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady

The UFC is working to finalize a big time main event in the welterweight division. MMA Junkie reported earlier today that the promotion is close to finalizing a headliner in September between former title challenger Gilbert Burns (22-7) and Sean Brady (16-1).

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 31

UFC commentator makes case for Gilbert Burns vs. Khamzat Chimaev going into the Hall of Fame

Gilbert Burns and Khamzat Chimaev was definitely an incredible fight. It was the first fight that showed the vulnerability of Chimaev. Burns showed his grit, but Chimaev walked away with a decision win.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 11, 2024

UFC Star Gilbert Burns Suggests Poor Pay May Be The Reason Why MMA Judges Do Such A Terrible Job

During an interview this week ranked UFC welterweight star Gilbert Burns offered up some unique reasoning that might explain why MMA judges seem to consistently do a terrible job when scoring fights.

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.

MMA News / Yardbarker / April 21, 2023

UFC 288 gets new Burns-Muhammad co-main event

Gilbert Burns is putting his money where his mouth is. Following his unanimous decision win over Jorge Masvidal at UFC 287, Burns stated he was willing to fight anyone at any time.

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MMA News / Yardbarker / April 11, 2023

Watch: Gilbert Burns apologizes to Jorge Masvidal for greasing allegations

UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns has apologized to Jorge Masvidal after accusing the 170-pound star of cheating this past Saturday at UFC 287.

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MMA News / Yardbarker / March 22, 2023

Burns unhappy with Covington jumping the line for UFC title fight

Gilbert Burns unhappy with Colby Covington jumping the line for UFC title fight

When UFC president Dana White declared polarizing welterweight contender Covington next in line for a 170-pound title shot after over the weekend, the decision didn’t sit right with a lot of people, including fellow contender Burns.

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