Gilbert Burns has announced his retirement from MMA competition following his recent bout. While he had not initially planned to retire after this fight, he stated he was prepared for that possibility if he couldn't perform at his best, as he refuses to continue fighting just for paychecks. Burns revealed plans to become an MMA manager, believing he can excel in that role due to his knowledge of career building. He also intends to open a gym in South Florida with close friend Wagner Rocha, focusing not just on teaching martial arts but on changing children's lives and futures.
