Number four at welterweight, Gilbert Durinho announces contract renewal with UFC

G. Durinho stands out in the UFC welterweight division. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

One of the biggest names in the welterweight division (up to 77,1kg) today, the Brazilian Gilbert Durinho announced that he will continue to shine in the UFC for a while longer. In a post made on his Twitter, the former challenger in the category announced his contract renewal with Ultimate for 'several fights' and thanked the organization's president Dana White and his manager Ali Abdelaziz for their trust and care in his work.

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“I just signed a new multi-fight contract with the UFC. Thank you Dana White and Sean Shelby for taking care of me. Just waiting for the next opponent. A lot of people talking shit about the UFC, but without the UFC and Dana, I wouldn't be here. Thank you my brother Ali Abdelaziz, you are the best”, wrote Durinho.

Hired by Ultimate in 2014, Gilbert Durinho He already has 18 fights with the organization and has become one of the main fighters in the welterweight division. In February 2021, the Brazilian had the opportunity to challenge the then champion Kamaru Usman, UFC 258, in Abu Dhabi (UAE), however, he was defeated by knockout in the third round. In his career, the Brazilian athlete has a record of 20 triumphs and five setbacks.

I just signed a new multi fight deal with the UFC. Thanks @danawhite and @seanshelby for taking care of me. Just waiting for the next opponent. A lot of people talking 💩 abt the @ufc but without the UFC and Dana I wouldn't be here! Thanks my brother @ AliAbdelaziz00 the best!

- GILBERT BURNS DURINHO (@GilbertDurinho) June 17, 2022