Gilbert Burns Next Fight

Last Modified May 14, 2025 08:02 GMT
UFC Fight Night: Burns v Brady
Gilbert Burns (Getty)

Hailing from Niteroi in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Gilbert "Durinho" Burns is a professional MMA athlete who competes in the welterweight division (170 lbs) of the UFC. Renowned for grappling acumen, he holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Burns began his professional MMA career in 2012 before making his first walk to the UFC octagon in July 2014. He has defeated some of the top contenders in the UFC's welterweight division, including former champion Tyron Woodley, and as of May 2025, he is ranked No. 8 in the UFC welterweight standings.

Gilbert Burns Next Fight - Opponent, Date, & Location

Gilbert Burns Next Fight
Gilbert Burns vs. Michael Morales [Image via @gilbert_burns on Instagram]

Gilbert Burns is scheduled to headline the UFC Fight Night against the undefeated welterweight prospect, Michael Morales, on May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex Facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Burns is currently on a 3-fight losing streak, whereas Morales is undefeated with a record of 17 wins.

Gilbert Burns Record

Heading into the fight, Gilbert "Durinho" Burns holds a professional MMA record of 22 wins and eight losses (22-8-0). Of his wins, six have come by way of knockouts, nine by submissions, and seven by decisions.

30 matches22 wins8 losses
By knockout63
By submission90
By decision75

Michael Morales Record

Heading into the fight, Michael Morales holds an unblemished MMA record of 17 wins (17-0-0). Known for his striking, Morales has won 12 times by knockout, once via submission, and four times by judges' decision.

17 matches17 wins0 losses
By knockout120
By submission10
By decision40

Gilbert Burns Last Fight

Gilbert Burns squared off against Sean Brady in his last fight at UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Brady on September 7, 2024. Burns lost the bout via a unanimous decision after five rounds of fighting.

UFC Fight Night: Burns v Brady
UFC Fight Night: Burns v Brady

FAQs on Gilbert Burns Next Fight

A. Gilbert Burns is fighting Michael Morales in his upcoming fight at UFC Fight Night on May 10, 2025.

A. He will fight Michael Morales in his next fight.

A. He competes in the welterweight division of the UFC.

A. Gilbert Burns has a professional MMA record of 22 wins and 8 losses as of May 14, 2025.

A. He has a professional record of 17-0-0.

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