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sports2 years ago

"Coach Favors Gilbert Burns Over Belal Muhammad for Leon Edwards Next Fight"

Leon Edwards' coach, Dave Lovell, expressed a preference for Gilbert Burns over Belal Muhammad as the next title challenger for Edwards in the UFC Welterweight division. Lovell believes Burns brings more to the table and would make for a more compelling pay-per-view matchup. While Muhammad has earned his contendership, Lovell feels Burns has the potential to be a stronger opponent for Edwards. The decision ultimately rests with UFC CEO Dana White, who has not yet announced the next challenger for Edwards.

via MMA Mania|
#belal-muhammad#gilbert-burns#leon-edwards
sports2 years ago

Leon Edwards vs. Gilbert Burns: The Preferred Matchup for Edwards' Coach

Leon Edwards' coach, Dave Lovell, expressed a preference for a fight against Gilbert Burns over Belal Muhammad as the next challenger for the UFC welterweight title. Lovell believes Burns brings more to the table and highlights Edwards' previous dominance over Muhammad before their no-contest due to an eye poke. While Belal Muhammad is deserving of a title shot, Lovell feels Burns should have a couple more wins before being considered a contender. UFC CEO Dana White has not confirmed Muhammad as the next challenger, leaving Lovell uncertain about the opponent. The UFC has contacted Edwards' team about a possible return bout in April at UFC 300, which Lovell believes would be a good timeline for Edwards.

via MMA Fighting|
#belal-muhammad#gilbert-burns#leon-edwards
sports2 years ago

"Sean Strickland and Ian Garry's Fiery Confrontation at UFC PI Sparks Drama"

UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns defends Ian Machado Garry amidst recent negative headlines, stating that his experiences with Garry and his wife have been positive. Burns believes that fans are drawn to drama, but he prefers to focus on the positive aspects. Burns will be rooting for his friend Vicente Luque in his upcoming fight against Garry, acknowledging Garry's skills but emphasizing Luque's experience and toughness.

via MMA Junkie|
#drama#gilbert-burns#ian-machado-garry
sports2 years ago

UFC 288: Cormier's Westbrook jab and Muhammad's post-fight interviews.

During Gilbert Burns' pre-fight walkout at UFC 288, former UFC champion Daniel Cormier gave his "Keys to Victory" for the Brazilian fighter against Belal Muhammad in a welterweight clash, and one of them was, "Don't be Russell Westbrook." Cormier compared Westbrook's inability to win an NBA championship to Burns' chance to get a second opportunity at a championship, but Burns lost the fight to Muhammad. Westbrook has battled fans and media over the years in response to a variety of insults about his poor play in big games.

via New York Post |
#daniel-cormier#gilbert-burns#mma
sports2 years ago

UFC 288: Updates on Burns' injury, Muhammad's interview, and fan reactions.

Gilbert Burns suffered a shoulder injury during his fight against Belal Muhammad at UFC 288, which affected his performance. UFC president Dana White confirmed that Burns had a tear in his shoulder. Burns shared on Twitter that he will be checking on his shoulder and hoping for no surgery. Belal Muhammad won the fight and secured a guaranteed welterweight title shot once champion Leon Edwards fights Colby Covington later this year. Burns encouraged his fans to support Muhammad in his quest for UFC gold.

via MMA Mania|
#belal-muhammad#gilbert-burns#shoulder-injury
sports2 years ago

"UFC 288: Muhammad and Burns battle for high stakes"

Jorge Masvidal praises Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad for their upcoming high-stakes 170-pound matchup at UFC 288. Masvidal predicts a close, competitive fight, but ultimately leans towards Burns. He also dismisses the idea of Colby Covington getting a title shot against current champion Leon Edwards, stating that Covington "ain't getting s***" and will only receive an "ass-whooping."

via MMA Fighting|
#belal-muhammad#colby-covington#gilbert-burns
sports2 years ago

"UFC 288: Fight predictions, vlog series, betting promo, and weigh-in highlights"

Former two-division champion Henry Cejudo returns from a three-year retirement on Saturday when he faces bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling in the main event of UFC 288. The co-main event is a title eliminator in the welterweight division, with Gilbert Burns making a quick return after his UFC 287 victory to face Belal Muhammad. The crew at CBS Sports went ahead with predictions and picks for the main card.

via CBS Sports|
#aljamain-sterling#gilbert-burns#henry-cejudo
sports2 years ago

Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad to co-headline UFC 288 in five-round fight.

Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad will co-headline UFC 288 on May 6 in Newark, New Jersey, in a short-notice welterweight contender bout contracted for five rounds. The winner will be in a strong position to challenge for the UFC welterweight title. The original co-main event, Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush, was postponed due to a minor Oliveira injury and will now take place at UFC 289 on June 10 in Vancouver. UFC president Dana White also announced four other upcoming UFC Fight Night main events.

via ESPN|
#belal-muhammad#co-main-event#gilbert-burns
sports2 years ago

Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad to co-headline UFC 288 in five-round fight.

Gilbert Burns will face Belal Muhammad in a five-round co-headliner at UFC 288 after the event lost its co-main event between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush. Burns, ranked No. 7 in the welterweight rankings, will make his third octagon appearance of 2023, while No. 4 Muhammad will attempt to extend his current unbeaten streak to double digits. The event will take place on May 6 at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.

via MMA Junkie|
#belal-muhammad#gilbert-burns#short-notice-fight
sports2 years ago

Burns Apologizes to Masvidal Over Greasing Accusations at UFC 287

Gilbert Burns apologizes to Jorge Masvidal and his team for accusing him of greasing during their UFC 287 fight. Burns admits he was wrong to make those accusations and takes Masvidal at his word that he did not grease. Burns was mostly upset with himself for not securing a finish in the fight, but he still dominated Masvidal and is happy with his performance.

via MMA Fighting|
#apology#gilbert-burns#greasing-allegations
sports2 years ago

Jorge Masvidal denies cheating and discusses potential boxing return.

Jorge Masvidal denies Gilbert Burns' allegation that he cheated by applying lotion on his skin before their UFC 287 fight, making his skin slippery and harder to grapple. Masvidal denies ever cheating and points to his clean record of competition. Burns completed four takedowns and won the fight via unanimous decision. Masvidal retired from the sport after the fight and did not appear at the post-event press conference to answer Burns' accusation.

via MMA Fighting|
#cheating#gilbert-burns#jorge-masvidal
sports2 years ago

MMA fighters react to Jorge Masvidal's retirement and accusations of cheating.

Colby Covington dismisses Gilbert Burns' claim for a welterweight title shot, stating that Burns is not yet a star and needs to win a few more fights. Covington also mocks Jorge Masvidal for losing to Kamaru Usman and calls him a felon and a coward. Covington is set to challenge Leon Edwards for the welterweight title, while Masvidal faces an active criminal case from Covington after attacking him outside a Miami steakhouse in 2022.

via MMA Mania|
#colby-covington#gilbert-burns#jorge-masvidal