To end the bad streak! Gilbert Durinho faces a fighter in great form in the UFC in April.

Durinho celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

After waiting a long time for a fight, Gilbert Durinho His wish was granted. The Brazilian, former challenger for the UFC welterweight title (up to 77,1 kg), will face... Mike Malott on April 18, in Canada. The information was released by the company itself through social media this Friday (20).

Since he doesn't shy away from a good fight and is more than willing to end his bad streak, Durinho embraced the challenge of fighting in hostile territory. Experienced, the veteran isn't afraid to face the Canadian in his home country. On the contrary, the Brazilian had already been keeping an eye on the athlete and even pointed him out as a potential opponent. Therefore, what was once a rumor has now been confirmed.

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Regarding the fight, the professionals are experiencing different moments in their careers. Durinho, 39, is in the worst phase of his career, having suffered four consecutive defeats. Even so, the Brazilian remains in the top 15 of the welterweight division, in 11th position. Malott, 34, has won three consecutive fights and dreams of joining the elite of the division.

Durinho's fighters in MMA

Gilbert DurinhoThe 39-year-old is a jiu-jitsu specialist and an MMA veteran. The Brazilian began his career in the sport in 2012 and debuted in the UFC in 2014. With the organization, he has competed for the welterweight title and is currently ranked 11th.

In this sport, Durinho built a record of 22 wins and nine losses. His main victories were against Demian Maia, Jorge masvidal, Neil Magny, Stephen Thompson e Tyron woodley.