Gilbert Burns has officially retired from mixed martial arts. The announcement comes after his loss to Mike Malott at UFC Winnipeg, which appears to have been his final professional bout. Burns had a distinguished career in the UFC welterweight division. No additional details about his retirement plans or future involvement in the sport were provided in this brief announcement. The post was accompanied by a photo tribute to Burns' career.
Gilbert Burns has officially announced his retirement from mixed martial arts, stepping away from the sport following his loss to Mike Malott at UFC Winnipeg.
Burns, known by his nickname "Durinho," finishes his career with a record of 22 wins and 10 losses across the welterweight division. The 39-year-old Brazilian, who trains out of Kill Cliff FC, spent years as one of the most dangerous fighters at 170 pounds, at one point challenging for the undisputed welterweight title. He departs ranked 13th in the division. Standing five-foot-ten with a 71-inch reach, Burns was a well-rounded threat throughout his run, averaging 3.15 significant strikes landed per minute at 48 percent accuracy while also posting 2.12 takedowns per 15 minutes — a combination that made him a consistent problem for opponents on the feet and on the mat alike.
Why it matters
- Burns was a former title contender and long-time top-15 welterweight, so his exit reshapes the landscape of a division already in transition
- His 22 career wins reflect over a decade of high-level competition, with his grappling credentials and striking volume making him one of the more complete fighters of his era in the weight class
- The loss to Mike Malott at UFC Winnipeg appears to have served as the deciding moment, closing out a distinguished UFC run
No details were provided regarding Burns' post-retirement plans or any continued involvement with the sport.
