“See that guy soon”- Gilbert Burns promises the second coming of his UFC 273 fight against Khamzat Chimaev
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Gilbert Burns is confident in one more meeting with Khamzat Chimaev down the line
Gilbert burns looked unfazed by the hype of Khamzat Chimaev during their bout at UFC 273. This was seen in the final result and reaction to the fight where Chimaev was able to bag a close decision victory over the former title contender. This fight was an eye-opener for both fighters as Khamzat realized he still has a few flaws to perfect before he can take over the division while Burns at 34 walked away with the knowledge that he can still go toe to toe with the young lions of the sport
Perhaps it’s this realization that has Burns’ confidence in crossing paths with the undefeated Chechen somewhere down the line in time. Burns, who is 20-5 in his MMA career believe that he still has a path to the title even if it means facing his management and sparring partner Kamaru Usman once again.
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Gilbert Burns believes all roads will ultimately lead to a rematch with Chimaev
While attending Eagle FC 47 where many of his teammates were competing, the welterweight contender took the time to have an interview with MMA personality, The Schmo where he talked about topics ranging from his career moving forward to getting back to spareing with Kamaru Usman.
When asked how he has been since that fight of the year contender against Khamzat, Gilbert said, “It was a good fight, I enjoyed it and it was super-super close but we’re not done” explaining how he’ll face Chimaev for a second time soon. “I have that feeling, I don’t need to spice it up with trash talk or anything but we’re not done,” said the Welterweight contender claiming he’ll meet Khamzat in the octagon again, “Sooner rather than later”
Burns then explained how he needs a couple of wins before he makes his way back to the title and Khamzat is definitely the hottest way to get it in terms of fanfare. Burns said, “I see Colby was offered a fight against him (Chimaev) but I knew he wouldn’t take it so it seems like Khamzat’s facing Nate, but we’ll see.” Gilbert clarified that he wasn’t going to face Chimaev immediately as he was still recovering from the damage he endured in the fight at UFC 273 but was confident in being able to come out on top in a rematch against the Chechen.
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