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Burns vows to 'smash' Canadian star Malott at UFC Winnipeg
18 Apr
Summary
- Gilbert Burns directly challenged Canadian fighter Mike Malott.
- Burns' provocative statement was met with boos from Winnipeg fans.
- Mike Malott expressed deep gratitude for headlining in his home country.
Ahead of the UFC Winnipeg main event, welterweight contender Gilbert Burns issued a direct challenge to his Canadian opponent, Mike Malott. Burns proclaimed, "I'm going to smash your boy tomorrow," a statement that was immediately met with boos from the local Winnipeg crowd.
Malott, who hails from Ontario, is only the third Canadian to headline an event in his home country. He expressed immense privilege and gratitude for the opportunity, stating that headlining is a "dream come true" and thanking the fans for making it a reality.
The event, UFC Winnipeg, is scheduled to take place at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The card features nine fighters representing Canada, including Malott, Charles Jourdain, and Jasmine Jasudavicius.
