Mike Malott defeated Gilbert Burns via third-round technical knockout at UFC Winnipeg. The Canadian welterweight extended his winning streak to four consecutive victories with the finish. Malott is expected to enter the welterweight rankings following this signature win over a former title challenger. Burns suffered his fifth consecutive loss, marking a painful decline for the Brazilian veteran. Following the defeat, Burns announced his retirement from the sport, ending a career that included a title shot and top-five rankings.
