Gilbert Burns Retires from MMA After 14-Year Career, Reflects on Journey
Gilbert Burns leaves UFC, MMA with no regrets: 'I gave everything'
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Gilbert Burns, a veteran mixed martial artist, announced his retirement after a TKO loss to Mike Malott at UFC Fight Night 273. Despite not achieving his goal of becoming a UFC champion, Burns expressed peace with his decision, stating he has no regrets and is proud of his journey in the sport.
- 01Gilbert Burns retired after a TKO loss to Mike Malott at UFC Fight Night 273.
- 02Burns had a 14-year MMA career with a record of 22 wins and 10 losses.
- 03He expressed no regrets about his career and emphasized the importance of the journey.
- 04Burns highlighted the sacrifices made for his children and the lessons learned through losses.
- 05He remains proud of his efforts and believes he gave everything to the sport.
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Gilbert Burns, a prominent figure in mixed martial arts, concluded his 14-year career following a TKO defeat to Mike Malott at UFC Fight Night 273. Despite not securing a UFC championship, Burns reflected on his journey with pride, stating, 'I gave everything to the sport.' With a professional record of 22 wins and 10 losses, he emphasized the significance of hard work and dedication, noting that while he faced challenges, he has no regrets. Burns mentioned the importance of his experiences, both positive and negative, as valuable lessons that he hopes to share with his children. He conveyed a sense of peace with his decision to retire, acknowledging that sometimes results do not reflect the effort put in. Ultimately, Burns believes his journey in MMA serves as a strong message about commitment and perseverance.
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