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Donald Cerrone Willing To Fight At UFC 249, Called Out By Gilbert Burns

Donald Cerrone, Gilbert BurnsDonald Cerrone has said he’ll be waiting for the call to fight at UFC 249 at either lightweight or welterweight. UFC 249 is set to take place on April 18 at a location yet to be disclosed. The card was originally set to go down in Brooklyn, New York but a state wide ban on […]

Donald Cerrone, Gilbert Burns

Donald Cerrone
has said he’ll be waiting for the call to fight at UFC 249 at either
lightweight or welterweight.

UFC 249 is set to take place on April 18 at a location yet to be disclosed. The card was originally set to go down in Brooklyn, New York but a state wide ban on mass gatherings amid the coronavirus pandemic has meant a switch in the venue is necessary.

The UFC has been forced to postpone cards in London, Columbus, and Portland but Dana White is adamant he won’t be delaying anymore. He won’t need to if guys like Cerrone keep putting there hands up to fight despite the ongoing global crisis.

‘Cowboy’ hasn’t fought since losing to Conor McGregor inside one minute at UFC 246 in January. The promotions most winningest fighter is currently on a three-fight losing streak after previous defeats to top contenders Justin Gaethje and Tony Ferguson.

The 51-fight MMA veteran is keen to get back in the octagon and help save UFC 249, posting to Instagram he made that much clear.

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155/170 I’ll be waiting on the Call!!

A post shared by Donald Cerrone (@cowboycerrone) on

This social media post caught the eye of one particular welterweight who has been gunning for a fight lately, despite having just competed at UFC Brasilia. Gilbert Burns knocked out Damien Maia inside one round in the company’s last event – which was held behind closed doors due to a government decree.

Since that win, Burns seems desperate to get straight back in the cage as soon as possible. He offered himself forward to fill in for Leon Edwards at the ill-fated UFC London card and has now called out ‘Cowboy’ to fight at UFC 249.

“Wait what @Cowboycerrone Im in and u know already! Come on @danawhite @seanshelby @AliAbdelaziz00 @ufc I’m #HUNGRY BURNS X CERRONE”

Would you like to see Donald Cerrone vs. Gilbert Burns at UFC
249?

Gilbert Burns Says Rapping Career Changed Tyron Woodley: He ‘Used To Be A Beast’

Tyron Woodley, Gibler BurnsGilbert Burns believes Tyron Woodley is not the same fighter as he used to be. The welterweight contender said Woodley turned him down for the UFC London card that ended up being postponed. Burns also believes the former champion is not as committed to fighting anymore with his rapping, acting and TMZ career going on. […]

Tyron Woodley, Gibler Burns

Gilbert Burns believes Tyron Woodley is not the same fighter as he used to be.

The welterweight contender said Woodley turned him down for the UFC London card that ended up being postponed. Burns also believes the former champion is not as committed to fighting anymore with his rapping, acting and TMZ career going on.

“The guy used to be a beast, he looked scary, but who’s that guy?” Burns told MMA Junkie. “He doesn’t look like that anymore. Last time we saw him in the octagon, he didn’t look like that. He looks bad. Even his corner was like, ‘Bite that mouthpiece and move forward,’ and he was still waiting for Usman; he was just broke.

“And that’s Tyron Woodley right now. He has so much distraction in his life right now with TMZ, rapping, acting, the whole thing. I think he’s just surrounded himself with egos and famous people. He’s changed, I believe he’s not the same anymore.”

Given the fight was offered, Gilbert Burns says he hopes to fight Tyron Woodley next. With his teammate and friend, Kamaru Usman being the champion it has put the Brazilian in a tough position.

But, if Woodley doesn’t want to fight, Burns has other options.

“That’s who I want next, but probably he’s going to keep doing what he’s doing and keep ducking me,” Burns said. “That’s why I love Kamaru (Usman) and I have all the respect for him because he earned his position fighting.

“So if that guy don’t want to fight me, I’m available, I’m going to keep fighting. If (Michael) Chiesa is next, then Chiesa is next. If ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson is next, then he’s next. I’m going to keep beating these guys until I get to him. But I don’t know, I just have a feeling I’m fighting Tyron Woodley this year. I think he might fight Leon Edwards again or fight Colby (Covington), that’s the fight that he wants, but I’m going to campaign for it so hard. That’s who I want next.

“I believe he’ll fight Leon Edwards or Colby and I believe both of these guys can beat Tyron Woodley. Tyron Woodley is almost 38, 39, if I’m not wrong. His whole ego has grown so much I can see right now the way he talks. He’s mixing the ego with confidence just being a rapper. I think he’s done, if he fights Leon Edwards or Colby, he’s going to lose, then I want him after my next fight.”

What do you make of Gilbert Burns saying Tyron Woodley is not the same fighter as he used to be?

UFC Rankings Update: Charles Oliveira, Gilbert Burns Make Big Moves

UFCCharles Oliveira and Gilbert Burns made big moves in the UFC rankings. Oliveira defeated Kevin Lee via third-round submission in the main event of UFC Brasilia this past weekend. It made it seven wins in a row for “Do Bronx” and his reward was being installed into the top 10 of the lightweight rankings. The […]

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Charles Oliveira and Gilbert Burns made big moves in the UFC rankings.

Oliveira defeated Kevin Lee via third-round submission in the main event of UFC Brasilia this past weekend. It made it seven wins in a row for “Do Bronx” and his reward was being installed into the top 10 of the lightweight rankings.

The Brazilian is now ranked No. 8 at 155 pounds as he jumped up five places. He is behind Paul Felder at No. 7 who notably defeated him when they met back in 2017.

Burns also moved into the top 10.

“Durinho” earned the biggest win of his career when he defeated Demian Maia via first-round TKO in the co-main event of UFC Brasilia. It made it three wins in a row since returning to the 170-pound division last year while he has also won seven of his last eight outings.

As a result, he has climbed up six places in the welterweight rankings to sit at No. 6 just behind former title challenger Stephen Thompson who is at No. 5.

Burns tweeted about the rankings on Tuesday:

You can view the full rankings on the UFC website.

What do you make of the new rankings?

Gilbert Burns Claims Tyron Woodley Turned Down UFC Bout

Gilbert Burns has made the claim that Tyron Woodley turned down the chance to fight him. Woodley was scheduled to meet Leon Edwards this Saturday night (March 21). Those plans went awry when Edwards pulled out of the bout once UFC London was moved to t…

Gilbert Burns has made the claim that Tyron Woodley turned down the chance to fight him. Woodley was scheduled to meet Leon Edwards this Saturday night (March 21). Those plans went awry when Edwards pulled out of the bout once UFC London was moved to the United States over fears of the coronavirus. Gilbert Burns […]

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Tyron Woodley Turns Down Late Notice Gilbert Burns Fight

Tyron Woodley, Gibler BurnsFormer welterweight champion Tyron Woodley has refused to fight Gilbert Burns, who is coming off the biggest win of his career at UFC Brasilia. ‘T-Wood’ was supposed to be fighting Leon Edwards at UFC London on Saturday night. The card was, unfortunately, relocated due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, Edwards and all the […]

Tyron Woodley, Gibler Burns

Former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley has refused to fight Gilbert Burns, who is coming off the biggest win of his career at UFC Brasilia.

‘T-Wood’ was supposed to be fighting Leon Edwards at UFC London on Saturday night. The card was, unfortunately, relocated due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, Edwards and all the other European based fighters have withdrawn from their matchups.  

After hearing the news about the Brit falling off the card, Burns high off stopping Demian Maia in one round at UFC Brasilia offered to fill in, he said. 

“Come on @danawhite I said yesterday I’m saying again I fight Woodley Saturday! Put me in WOODLEY X BURNS! ?? @seanshelby @AliAbdelaziz00 @ufc @UFCBrasil #AAA”

Just one day later, and it appears the potential fight is off. According to Burns, the former 170lb champion refused to fight him. Posting to Twitter, the Brazilian said. 

“Man Shame on this former champ he said He is on killer mode! No you’re not you don’t want no smoke! I will see u soon @TWooodley thanks @danawhite @seanshelby and my manager @AliAbdelaziz00 to try to make this fight! I’m always available to fight but this guys talk to much.”

Since the tweet, Cole Shelton has reported Woodley did indeed turn down the fight with Burns. According to Shelton, the former welterweight king is actively pursuing a fight with Rafael Dos Anjos instead. 

“Sources tell me Tyron Woodley did turn down Gilbert Burns as they are pushing for the RDA fight this weekend at a location TBD.” – Cole Shelton.

While RDA appears to be the front runner right now, Woodley’s first choice is Colby Covington, and this is something he made clear to his fans when talking about potential replacement fighters on Instagram live.

“Colby Covington is my number one choice. My No. 1 choice. If I can fight him, Lord, there is a heaven above.” (Transcribed by BJPENN.com)

Is Tyron Woodley right to turn down a fight with Gilbert Burns?

Gilbert Burns To Colby Covington: ‘I’m Going To Beat You The F*ck Up’

Gilbert Burns still hasn’t forgotten the time Colby Covington called the people of Brazil, “filthy animals.” Burns competed last night (March 14) against Demian Maia. The welterweight bout served as the co-main event of UFC Brasilia. …

Gilbert Burns still hasn’t forgotten the time Colby Covington called the people of Brazil, “filthy animals.” Burns competed last night (March 14) against Demian Maia. The welterweight bout served as the co-main event of UFC Brasilia. Burns starched Maia in the first round via TKO. Burns has gone 7-1 in his last eight outings and […]

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