UFC Fight Night results: Mike Malott finishes Gilbert Burns
Malott looked as impressive as could be in scoring the biggest win of his career to date
www.cbssports.comHere’s the latest on Gilbert Burns from UFC Fight Night coverage:
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Gilbert Burns was defeated by Mike Malott in the main event of UFC Fight Night on April 18, 2026, with Malott finishing Burns at 2:08 of Round 3. This marked a career setback for Burns against a rising contender, contributing to a high-profile loss in the phase of his career.[1]
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Prior to that event, Burns had been competing at a high level in the welterweight division, including notable recent fights against top contenders, but this latest result extended a string of stiff challenges in his recent outings.[1]
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For context, Burns’ recent fights have included high-profile matchups against strong welterweights, and outcomes have varied, with several recent losses to elite competition shaping discussions about his next steps and potential opponents.[3][5]
If you’d like, I can pull more detailed results from that card (undercards, round-by-round scores) or summarize Burns’ career trajectory and potential next opponents based on recent results.