Tag: Gilbert Burns

Gilbert Alexander Pontes Burns is a professional mixed martial artist. He was born on July 20, 1986, in Brazil. His elder brother, Herbert Burns is also a UFC Fighter. 

Gilbert Burns started his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championships career in 2011 and won it. Burns then decided to pursue a career in Mixed Martial Arts and made his professional debut in January 2012.  Burns made his debut in UFC on 26th July 2014 against Andreas Stahl and he won the match by unanimous decision.

Burns returned to the lightweight division and fought against Christos Giagos on October 25th, 2014. He is currently ranked number 5 in the UFC Welterweight rankings. 

Gilbert Burns MMA career

Gilbert Burns started his MMA career in 2011. He currently fights for the UFC in the welterweight category. He is also a World Cup gold medalist. He is holding the 5th rank in the UFC Welterweight rankings. Burns now has a 22-win record and a 6-loss record in MMA.

Gilbert Burns net worth

Gilbert Burns has a net worth of approximately $1.8 million by competing in several combat sports promotions. He also makes a fair share of his earnings by endorsing brands.

Gilbert Burns ethnicity and nationality

Gilbert Burns is a fighter who has roots in Brazil. He shifted from Brazil to the USA to continue his career in the UFC.

Gilbert Burns wife

The MMA fighter is married to Bruna Burns. Gilbert Burns and his wife dated, and eventually, the duo tied the knot on August 10, 2012.  The couple has three kids together.  Bruna Burns is also a Jiu-Jitsu enthusiast.

Gilbert Burns career losses

Gilbert Burns in his entire career has lost in 6 matches. He lost against Khamzat Chimaev, Kamaru Usman, Dan Hooker, Michel Prazeres, and Rashid Magomedov. His recent loss came against Belal Muhammad at UFC 288.

How to contact Gilbert Burns

Facebook: Gilbert “Durinho” Burns

Instagram: gilbert_burns