Gilbert Burns announces retirement plans and future as MMA manager

Gilbert Burns revealed that while he hadn't planned to retire immediately after his most recent fight, he was prepared for that possibility. He stated that if he couldn't perform at his best level again, he would be ready to walk away because he doesn't want to fight just for a paycheck. Burns outlined his post-fighting career plans, saying he wants to become an MMA manager and believes he would excel at building fighters' careers. He also expressed interest in helping fighters with their jiu-jitsu skills. Additionally, Burns mentioned plans 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. Despite never previously wanting to open a gym, he now sees it as an important part of his legacy.