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Gilbert Burns faces pressure ahead of UFC Winnipeg as he fights Mike Mallot after a four-fight losing streak. At 39, another loss could lead to his retirement from MMA.
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Gilbert Burns enters UFC Winnipeg under pressure after a four-fight losing streak, with his bout against Mike Mallot this Saturday carrying significant weight.
At 39 years old, and turning 40 in July, Burns is approaching the latter stages of his time in the sport, and another defeat could mark his UFC retirement.
Despite that, the former title contender has adapted his approach in training camp, looking beyond MMA to maintain his level. That mindset has led him to draw inspiration from unexpected sources.
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Burns revealed that Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio has become a reference point as he prepares for his return, highlighting longevity at the highest level.
Speaking to Ag. Fight, the Brazilian fighter said: âI had a very honest conversation with the team and it was good â we put a strategy together. Iâm 39, turning 40 in July, so weâve had to adapt training a lot. You canât train like a madman anymore, like I used to. My recovery isnât what it was.
âThese days I look more at the older guys. Cub Swanson had a great fight. Do you think he trained the same way he used to? He didnât. Glover Teixeira, towards the end, wasnât training like he once did either.
âItâs the same in football â thereâs the goalkeeper at Fluminense [Fabio]. Heâs 45 and still playing brilliantly, but [his training] is adapted.â
Fabio is one of Brazilâs most accomplished goalkeepers, with a career spanning nearly three decades.
Gilbert Burns is currently on a four-fight losing streak in the UFC.
Gilbert Burns is 39 years old and will turn 40 in July.
Gilbert Burns is fighting Mike Mallot at UFC Winnipeg.

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He has won 23 trophies and holds the record for most official appearances in football history, with over 1,400 matches played.
Even at 45, he remains Fluminenseâs first-choice goalkeeper, maintaining a high level of performance.
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