Gilbert Burns and Mike Malott hold final face-off ahead of UFC Winnipeg main event

Gilbert Burns and Mike Malott participated in the final ceremonial weigh-in face-off before their main event clash at UFC Winnipeg. The two welterweights will headline the card in what marks a significant opportunity for Malott fighting in Canada. Burns brings veteran experience to the matchup while Malott seeks to prove himself against elite competition. The face-off took place on April 18, 2026, one day before their scheduled bout.