The now-top-10-ranked welterweight Michael Morales defeated former title challenger Gilbert Burns in the first round by dominant TKO, beating down the former Jiu-Jitsu world champion in impressive fashion at UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales. When speaking to the media in the Post-Fight presser, Michael Morales broke down his win over Burns.
“My team and I worked on every detail for this fight. We knew Gilbert is dangerous everywhere, but I trust my striking and my wrestling. I’m improving every day, and tonight was just the beginning of what I can do in this division.