Gilbert Burns (22-10), a former UFC welterweight title challenger, announced his retirement following a knockout loss to Mike Malott (13-2-1) at UFC Fight Night in Winnipeg. The fight ended at the 2:08 mark of the third round when Malott landed a decisive left hook. Burns, who has been fighting professionally since 2007 and exclusively in the UFC since 2014, expressed his contentment with his career during the post-fight interview, stating, "I think that's it. I had a great career." Despite his impressive record, Burns faced a challenging period, suffering five consecutive losses, three of which were by knockout. His last win was against Jorge Masvidal in April 2023. Burns was a prominent figure in the welterweight division, with significant victories over fighters like Demian Maia, Tyron Woodley, and Stephen Thompson. He also faced Khamzat Chimaev in a thrilling match that earned Fight of the Night honors in April 2022. Meanwhile, Malott's victory positions him for a potential spot in the UFC's Top 10 rankings.