Gilbert Burns, currently ranked eleventh, aims to end his four-fight losing streak when he faces Mike Malott in a welterweight bout in the main event at UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Malott. The event will take place on Saturday at the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Canada, with the six-fight main card beginning around 8 p.m. ET on Paramount+. Malott comes off a unanimous decision victory over Kevin Holland at UFC Fight Night: de Ridder vs. Allen last October, while Burns suffered a knockout defeat to Michael Morales at UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales in May.
Currently, Malott is favored at -270 odds in the UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Malott at DraftKings Sportsbook, while Burns stands at +220. The co-main event features a bantamweight matchup between Kyler Phillips (+114) and Charles Jourdain (-135). Before finalizing any UFC Fight Night bets, be sure to check out the MMA analysis and betting tips from SportsLine expert Kyle Marley here.
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Marley has meticulously analyzed the Burns vs. Malott matchup and has shared his top betting recommendations. Check SportsLine for insights.
Burns vs. Malott Overview
Burns, aged 39, has experienced mixed results in recent bouts, winning 22 out of 31 matches in his career. His record includes six knockouts, nine submissions, and seven decisions. Since his MMA debut in 2012, Burns has received numerous accolades, including four Performance of the Night awards and one Fight of the Night honor. He ranks third in UFC history for armbar submissions, earning three in total.
Conversely, Malott, hailing from Burlington, Ontario, Canada, has been active in the sport since 2011. Following a successful appearance in Dana White’s Contender Series, he knocked out Mickey Gall in the first round at UFC 273. With a record of 13-2-1, Malott has claimed five victories by knockout, six by submission, and two by decision, while also receiving two Performance of the Night awards.
