Gilbert Burns revealed that while he had not specifically planned to retire after his recent fight, he was mentally prepared for that possibility. He stated that if he cannot perform at his best level again, he is willing to walk away from competition because he refuses to fight simply for paychecks. Burns disclosed plans to transition into MMA management, believing he can excel at building fighters' careers based on his own experience. He also expressed interest in helping young athletes through jiu-jitsu, partnering with close friend Wagner Rocha who is already making a positive impact on children's lives. Burns announced plans to open a gym in South Florida focused not just on teaching martial arts but on genuinely changing the futures of young people.
