Gilbert Burns is hoping his UFC Vegas 97 centerpiece battle versus Sean Brady will be a war.
Burns goes into the bout on a two-fight losing streak and is presently the wagering underdog. He still has self-confidence he will be able to pull off the upset. Brady is a difficult out, Burns believes he can complete him rather rapidly. If a fast blockage does not pertain to fulfillment, the Brazilian is hoping the battle leads to a dragged out war.
“I believe I’m going to get a surface. I believe, half of me desires me to have a war, the other half resembles why? We can get in and out. If a war emerges, I’ll be all set for war. I’m at peace with that, I’m good friends with the dark side, I’m buddies with him. If he requires to come out for war, he’s gon na come. We’ll see. I think I can take him out of there before. If it goes 5 rounds, I’m cool with that too,” Burns stated at UFC Vegas 97 media day.
Burns is no complete stranger to wars and interesting battles. His battles versus Khamzat Chimev, Kamaru Usman, and Jack Della Maddalena battles were all amazing. The Brazilian is likewise filled with heart and wants to pass away on his sword which can make the battle versus Brady that far more interesting.
Gilbert Burns is 22-7 as a professional and is on a two-fight losing streak and this battle versus Sean Brady at UFC Vegas 97 might be do-or-die for his time as a real competitor. The Brazilian is coming off a knockout loss to Jack Della Maddalena in March after a choice loss to Neil Magny.
Burns is 15-7 in the UFC and is 7-4 given that going up to welterweight. The Brazilian holds significant wins over Stephe Thompson, Tyron Woodley, Demian Maia, and Neil Magny to name a few.