A statistical comparison of Gilbert Burns and Mike Malott's careers has been released ahead of their main event bout at UFC Winnipeg. The graphic from TNT Sports contrasts the two welterweights' respective resumes and achievements. Burns brings significantly more experience at the highest level of the sport compared to Malott. The post presents a debate about whether Burns' veteran status and past accomplishments will be enough to overcome Malott. Details beyond the visual comparison were limited in the original post.
TNT Sports released a statistical resume comparison this week spotlighting the main event matchup between Gilbert Burns and Mike Malott ahead of UFC Winnipeg, putting both welterweights' careers side by side and raising questions about experience versus momentum.
Burns, nicknamed "Durinho," enters the bout ranked 13th in the welterweight division with a professional record of 22-10-0. The 39-year-old Brazilian trains out of Kill Cliff FC and has long been one of the division's most decorated veterans. Standing five-foot-ten with a 71-inch reach, Burns lands 3.15 significant strikes per minute at 48 percent accuracy and averages 2.12 takedowns per 15 minutes, reflecting his well-rounded Brazilian jiu-jitsu base and grappling threat.
Malott, the Canadian known as "Proper," holds a record of 14-2-1 and fights out of Team Alpha Male. The 34-year-old stands six-foot-one with a 73-inch reach, giving him a size advantage over Burns. His output numbers are notable, with 3.93 significant strikes landed per minute at 48 percent accuracy, and he attempts submissions at a rate of 0.8 per 15 minutes, edging Burns in both of those categories.
Why it matters
- Burns carries considerably deeper UFC experience, which the graphic frames as a key factor in assessing the matchup
- Malott's higher striking volume and submission attempt rate suggest an aggressive, finishing-oriented style
- A win for either fighter carries divisional weight, with Burns looking to reassert himself inside the top ten and Malott pushing for a first ranked victory
- Both fighters share identical striking accuracy at 48 percent, making output and grappling exchanges a potential differentiator
