Respect from the boss! Dana White highlights Burns' legacy in the UFC.

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Dana White made a point of highlighting the career path of Gilbert Durinho after the Brazilian's retirement at UFC Winnipeg, last Saturday (18), in Canada. The former challenger for the welterweight belt (up to 77 kg) ended his career after being Knocked out by Mike Malott in the third round.

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After the event, during the press conference, Dana White was asked about the Brazilian's legacy and he didn't hold back on the praise, highlighting both Durinho's sporting performance and his character outside of fights.

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"He's an incredible guy, a great human being. He's accomplished important things and, yes, he's had a great run here," Dana White said about Burns' career in the UFC.

Dana White sees a bright future for Mike Malott after #UFCWinnipeg and gives his thoughts on Gilbert Burns'retirement.'

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Durinho envisions his future outside of MMA after retiring from the UFC.

Gilbert Durinho He officially retired from professional MMA at UFC Winnipeg, but has already begun planning his next steps. In an interview with the 'UFC on Paramount' team, the Brazilian indicated that one of his desires is to work as a fighter manager, in addition to getting involved in social initiatives focused on Jiu-Jitsu.

"I want to become an MMA manager; I believe I can do a great job. I know how to build a career. I also want to help young people through Jiu-Jitsu."

"I never thought about opening a gym, but I see friends changing the lives of children, and that's what I want to do too. I should be starting this project in South Florida soon. Now it's time to take care of my family, my children, and my wife," said Durinho.

UFC Winnipeg Results

MAIN CARD

Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg):  Mike Malott derrotou Gilbert Durinho by knockout (punches) at 2min08sec of R3

Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Charles Jourdain derrotou Kyler Phillips by unanimous decision of the judges (29 to 28, 29-28, 29-28)

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Jai Herbert defeated Mandel Nallo by knockout (punches) at 2:05 of round 1.

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Jasmine Jasudavicius derrotou Karine Killer by unanimous decision of the judges (29 to 28, 29-28, 29-28)

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Gauge Young defeated Thiago Moses by divided decision of the judges (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)

PRELIMINARY CARD

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg):  Marcio “Ticotô” Barbosa derrotou Dennis Buzukja  by knockout (cross) at 1:12 of round 1

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Robert Valentine defeated Julien Leblanc by submission (rear-naked choke) at 2:22 of Round 1.

Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Gokhan Saricam defeated Tanner Boser by technical knockout (punches) at 4:43 of R2

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Melissa Croden defeated Daria Zhelezniakova by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): JJ Aldrich derrotou Jamey-Lyn Horth by unanimous decision of the judges (29 to 28, 29-28, 29-28)

Catchweight (up to 63 kg): The fight between John Castaneda Mark Vologdin finished in a majority draw (29-27, 28-28, 28-28)

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): John Yannis defeated Jamie Siraj by technical knockout (punches and elbows) at 2:43 of round 1.