Gilbert Burns addressed his official removal from the UFC roster. The Brazilian fighter retired from competition after his loss to Mike Malott at UFC Winnipeg. Burns provided commentary on his removal, though the specific details of his statement are not elaborated in the post. This marks the conclusion of Burns' career in the UFC following a significant run in the welterweight division.
Gilbert Burns has spoken publicly about his removal from the UFC's active roster, confirming the end of a lengthy career in the promotion following his defeat to Mike Malott at UFC Winnipeg.
Burns, known as "Durinho," retired from competition after that loss, and his name has since been cleared from the UFC's official roster. The 39-year-old Brazilian, who trained out of Kill Cliff FC, compiled a record of 22 wins and 10 losses across his career, spending the bulk of it competing in the welterweight division, where he was ranked as high as a title contender. He finished his UFC run ranked 13th in the division. Burns averaged 3.15 significant strikes per minute and 2.12 takedowns per 15 minutes, reflecting a well-rounded game built on both grappling and striking over years at the top of the 170-pound class.
Malott, the Canadian fighter out of Team Alpha Male who handed Burns his final defeat, carries a record of 14-2-1. The 34-year-old stands six-foot-one with a 73-inch reach and has shown consistent aggression in the welterweight division, landing 3.93 significant strikes per minute with a striking accuracy of 48 percent. His submission threat, averaging 0.8 attempts per 15 minutes, adds another layer to his game.
Why it matters
- Burns' removal from the roster formally closes one of the more accomplished welterweight careers in recent UFC history
- His retirement opens a spot in the divisional rankings, with ripple effects for fighters on the cusp of the top fifteen
- Malott's victory over a fighter of Burns' caliber strengthens his own case for a higher ranking at 170 pounds
