In mixed martial arts, fans and experts alike are trying to find out who is the next star in the sport. Gilbert Burns has been recognized as an individual worth watching by many in the MMA community.
“With three wins by knockout, five wins by submission and an additional win on the judges’ scorecards, Burns has proven that he is a winner in this sport, and that he is definitely someone to watch out for in the near future within the UFC lightweight division,” wrote Adam Martin of MMA Ratings.
Burns had to dig deep to earn that praise, struggling early against Alex Oliveira at UFC Fight Night 62. He needed until the last minute to pull out the win and keep his resume unblemished. Looking forward, here are suggestions for five fights that would make sense for the Brazilian competitor.