This is a fight,” Burns said. I’m going to watch the fight right now a couple of times. In order to be a champion, I cannot make those mistakes.”. Burns tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of the fight and was ineligible to fight in their July 2020 pairing, and Jorge Masvidal ended up stepping on … Gilbert Burns attributes UFC 258 loss to being overzealous, hopes team can re-form LAS VEGAS – Gilbert Burns plans to learn from his mistakes. I don’t believe our relationship is done yet or the relationship is over. I hope him, (coach) Henry (Hooft), and the coaches get things together – all these guys. 2016. While it was a Lightweight contest but, but the entire MMA fraternity had its eyes set on the event and now it is in the books it seems every imminent member of the circuit has a reaction to put forth about the recently culminated Conor McGregor Vs. Burns faced Rashid Magomedov at UFC Fight Night 77 on November 7, 2015. I'm not even kidding, he spent the entire weekend drinking bud light, I don't think I saw him eat anything, literally just drinking beer after … Usman recovered and … Burns hopes to begin the road toward his second UFC title shot as soon as possible. Gilbert Burns entered tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event in hopes of dethroning current welterweight kingpin Kamaru Usman. Henri Hooft, the longtime head coach for both Usman and Burns, did not corner either man and said he would not even watch the fight. Gilbert "Durinho" Burns (19-4-0) is a Pro MMA Fighter out of Boca Raton, Florida and the #4th ranked Top Welterweight MMA fighter. I think I made the same mistake when I fought Dan Hooker. The main card streamed on ESPN+ pay-per-view after prelims on ESPN/ESPN+. That was the second time. Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns shared an emotional embrace after their UFC 258 title fight. Burns had his moments early in the fight, even dropping Usman in the opening round. The UFC welterweight title challenger at UFC 258, Burns (19-4 MMA, 12-4 UFC) came up short when he was defeated by champion Kamaru Usman by TKO in Round 3 of their headliner. Video: What will the headlines read after Ben Askren fights Jake Paul? UFC 258 took place Saturday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. With a few days to reflect upon his failed title bid at UFC 258, Gilbert Burns admits the loss still hurts but believes it has only increased his hunger to become a champion. unanimous decision loss to contender Gilbert Burns on UFC Fight Night on Saturday. LAS VEGAS — Gilbert Burns was knocked out by Dan Hooker on July 6, 2018, in a fight he believed in his heart that he could have won. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ managed to get a TKO win despite an early flurry from ‘Durinho’ who caught Usman with an overhand hook and almost dropped the champion. I have so much work to do. “Durinho” knows his early knockdown of UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman brought too much emotion to the surface, and the lack of patience ultimately proved costly. I just try to finish. Gilbert slept in his car and turned it on with the AC running during the day, he didn't wake up until like 1 or 2 in the afternoon each day. Woodley (19-5-1), who is on a two-fight losing streak having previously never … That’s exactly what I want to do. "I know what that loss feels like," he said. Gilbert Burns understands the excruciating pain of defeat. Gilbert Burns said he knows exactly what went wrong in a loss to Kamaru Usman at UFC 258. “The way I see right now, I just want to do like Robbie Lawler,” Burns said. Following his loss to Kamaru Usman, Gilbert Burns looks to Robbie Lawler’s comeback story as both a source of inspiration and as a blueprint on … February 17, 2021. Gilbert Burns gives a break down of Conor McGregor’s loss against Dustin Poirier at UFC 257. “I think I got overexcited. I went for the kill. View complete Tapology profile, bio, rankings, photos, news and record. “… In order to be a champion, I have to be disciplined. I’m never going to say nothing bad about him. I just went the same way. After over a year away from the cage following the loss of his title to Kamaru Usman in a one sided beatdown, Tyron Woodley hoped to return and prove to … Please check your email for a confirmation. “It wasn’t exactly what I wanted it to be,” Burns told reporters, including MMA Junkie, at a post-fight news conference. Betting odds for UFC 258: Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns. The work doesn’t stop.”. Gilbert Burns attributes UFC 258 loss to being overzealous, hopes team can re-form. Tony Ferguson has just received criticism from number-two ranked UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns. He got overzealous and missed his opportunity. Burns next faced Łukasz Sajewski on July 7, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 90. By John Morgan | February 17, 2021 7:40 pm. Bellator 257 results: Vadim Nemkov outlasts Phil Davis to defend title, advance in grand prix, Nate Diaz mocks 'lil b*tch' Conor McGregor after he pushed for another custom UFC belt, Bellator 257 results: Corey Anderson pounds out Dovletzhan Yagshimuradov in grand prix, Corey Anderson puts Ryan Bader on notice after Bellator 257 win: 'He knows', Vadim Nemkov after Bellator 257: 'I'm ready for whoever wins' Anthony Johnson vs. Yoel Romero. But perhaps more importantly, he knows how to put that suffering to good use. With the champion wobbled, Burns took a page out of his friend and former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt’s book. “I have a lot of respect for the guy. The UFC welterweight title challenger at UFC 258, Burns (19-4 MMA, 12-4 UFC) came up short when he was defeated by champion Kamaru Usman by TKO in Round 3 of their headliner. Connect with friends faster than ever with the new Facebook app. He waited for the title shot for almost a year and then failed to perform on the big stage. I have to be disciplined. UFC on ESPN 22 results: Robert Whittaker gives masterclass in win over Kelvin Gastelum, UFC on ESPN 22 results: Andrei Arlovski bests Chase Sherman for 20th UFC win, Triller Fight Club results: Jake Paul TKOs Ben Askren in first round of boxing match, Triller Fight Club results: Frank Mir drops decision to Steve Cunningham in pro boxing debut, Jeremy Stephens vs. Drakkar Klose off UFC on ESPN 22; Klose says shove caused withdrawal, Bubba Jenkins on drawing Lance Palmer first: 'To be the champ, you gotta beat the champ', Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Gilbert Burns recently suffered the hardest loss of his career against Kamaru Usman at UFC 259. You already know. Burns has opened up about what went wrong. I don’t want drama. “This is not tennis. He won the fight via submission in the closing seconds of the first round. Burns was knocked out by Usman in the third round of the welterweight title main event at UFC 258. We exchanged a couple of good things. 5 ranked Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson has been verbally agreed upon to take place at UFC 264. While he did open the round strong, Usman easily took over and knocked Burns out to retain his belt. He lost the first fight via unanimous decision, marking his first loss in his MMA career. Gilbert Burns still has many reasons to be thankful even after coming up just short in his bid to become UFC champion at UFC 258 — Fightful has you covered on the heartwarming reunion between Burns and his children following UFC 258 as well as other news from … As soon as I saw he was hurt, (I forgot) about the strategy. I’m going to make my notes. Microsoft and partners may be compensated if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. I think they need to get that done. I don’t want anything.”. ... Vieira (7-0) looks to extend his unbeaten streak to eight, while Hernandez (7-2-1) looks to avoid his second UFC loss … As soon as he’s ready to return, however, he will – and he’ll take some inspiration from a former UFC welterweight champion, too. Gilbert Burns lost to his former teammate Kamaru Usman at UFC 258. That’s when Burns made a key mistake by his estimation. A welterweight bout between no. I went my guy Cody Garbrandt-crazy as soon as I hurt him. Although Burns rocked Usman in the first 30 seconds of the fight and appeared to have the upper hand early on, he seemed to get overexcited and … For his next opponent, Durinho wants to … 2 ranked Gilbert Burns and no. Gilbert Burns has made it clear that he wants to return to the Octagon as soon as he can after his recent loss to Kamaru Usman. Burns challenged Usman for the UFC Welterweight Championship in the main event of UFC 258. By: Farah Hannoun. In fact, Burns hopes his Sanford MMA team can get back to normal after the camp was split due to the matchup. I got overexcited. But Burns tested positive for COVID-19 and withdrew from that bout. Burns (19-3 MMA, 12-3 UFC) defeated former UFC champion Tyron Woodley UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns spoke about his loss to Kamaru Usman, saying, “this is what happens when you are chasing greatness.”. Despite the non-touch of gloves prior to the start of Saturday’s fight, Burns has no ill-will toward his former teammate Usman. The finish was two rounds removed from Burns’ best offense of the fight when he stunned Usman (18-1 MMA, 13-0 UFC) in the opening 35 seconds. Burns (19-4 MMA) took to the Octagon this evening sport an impressive six-fight win streak, his latest being a lopsided unanimous decision victory over Tyron Woodley. There are a couple of guys still feeling a little bit. Gilbert Burns I had an impressive 2020 that turned him into a title challenger. By Anton Tabuena @antontabuena Feb 15, 2021, 7:30am EST If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission. Gilbert Burns broke down his UFC 258 loss to Kamaru Usman. UFC 258 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Kamaru Usman comes out as top earner, Kamaru Usman eyes Jorge Masvidal after UFC 258: 'I'm going to put him in a coffin this time', Dana White: 'It's undeniable' Kamaru Usman will pass Georges St-Pierre as welterweight GOAT, Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns shared an emotional embrace after their UFC 258 title fight, UFC 258 results: Kamaru Usman shakes off slow start, demolishes Gilbert Burns, Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, National Infertility Awareness Week: Inside America's infertility problem, U.S., China agree to cooperate on climate crisis with urgency. Gilbert Burns has issued a statement following his TKO loss to Kamaru Usman. Meanwhile, Kamaru Usman (18-1 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since defeating Jorge Masvidal … Bubba Jenkins is unfazed by the challenge of taking on two-time PFL featherweight champion Lance Palmer right off the bat. I know his daughter, all his family. I have so much respect for my guy Cody Garbrandt. Usman said he "almost started bawling" when the two fighters embraced in the Octagon after the fight. When I go to the fight, I don’t see (a) face. Wearing some damage on his face at the post-fight news conference, Burns will go home and heal. “He was the only guy, if I’m not wrong, (who) lost to Johny Hendricks and then just got right back in a couple weeks, fought again, and then became a champion. “… Kamaru left the team. With a few days to reflect upon his failed title bid at UFC 258, Gilbert Burns admits the loss still hurts … “… As soon as I heal up, let’s say two or three weeks, Dana, I’m going to call you. This is not soccer. 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