Gilbert Burns has revealed that while he did not plan to retire immediately after his most recent fight, he was prepared for that possibility. He stated that if he cannot perform at his best level again, he is ready to walk away because he refuses to fight just for a paycheck. Burns outlined his post-fighting career plans, expressing his desire to become an MMA manager and stating he believes he would excel at building fighters' careers. He also wants to help young athletes in jiu-jitsu and plans to open a gym in South Florida with close friend Wagner Rocha. Burns emphasized his interest in changing children's futures rather than simply teaching martial arts. His focus appears to be shifting toward mentorship and developing the next generation of fighters.
