Gilbert Burns faces Mike Malott in the main event of UFC Fight Night at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. Burns aims to end a four-fight losing streak and regain his standing in the welterweight division.
Key points
Gilbert Burns faces Mike Malott at UFC Fight Night
Fight takes place at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas
Burns is on a four-fight losing streak
Burns previously challenged for the welterweight title
Live streaming available on Paramount+
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Former UFC welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns enters his UFC Fight Night main event against Mike Malott on a four-fight losing skid. If Burns has any chance of returning to a prominent spot in the welterweight division, it starts Saturday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
Burns came up short when he challenged Kamaru Usman for the welterweight title in 2021. Burns entered that fight on an impressive seven-fight winning streak. Since the loss to Usman, Burns has gone just 3-5, though against a parade of elite fighters.
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Malott is hoping to stamp his name along side those elite fighters when he brings a three-fight winning streak to the APEX. Malott's lone UFC loss came against Neil Magny in 2024.
In Malott's most recent fight, he scored a big decision win over Kevin Holland, the biggest win of his career, and one that will be eclipsed with a win over Burns.
How to watch UFC Fight Night on Paramount+
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**Date:**Saturday, April 18 Start time: 5 p.m. ET (prelims) | 8 p.m. ET (main card) Location: Meta APEX -- Las Vegas Stream:Paramount+ (subscribe now for as low as $8.99 per month)
Q&A
What time does UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Malott start?
UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Malott starts on Saturday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, but the exact time may vary.
Where can I watch UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Malott live?
You can watch UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Malott live on Paramount+.
What is Gilbert Burns' recent fight record before facing Mike Malott?
Gilbert Burns enters this fight on a four-fight losing streak, with a record of 3-5 since his title challenge in 2021.
What is the significance of the fight for Gilbert Burns?
This fight is crucial for Gilbert Burns as he seeks to end his losing streak and reclaim a prominent position in the welterweight division.
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UFC Fight Night card, odds
Odds via DraftKings
Favorite
Underdog
Weightclass
Mike Malott -285
Gilbert Burns +230
Welterweight
Charles Jourdain -135
Kyler Phillips +114
Bantamweight
Mandel Nallo -170
Jai Herbert +142
Lightweight
Jasmine Jasudavicius -310
Karine Silva +250
Women's flyweight
Gauge Young -155
Thiago Moises +130
Lightweight
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