Gilbert Burns picks his choice for the main event of UFC 251

The main event of UFC 251 was originally planned for Gilbert 'Durinho' Burns. But, The match was scrapped when Durinho tested positive for COVID. UFC had no option but to choose the Gamebred, who has been eagerly waiting to baptize Kamaru Usman, as a replacement.

Now, Durinho's role has changed and he is set to cheer the best instead of fighting. In one of his recent interviews, Gilbert Burns picked his choice for the main event of UFC 251. Gilbert Burns chose the Nigerian Nightmare and explained the reason for picking his former teammate.

Gilbert Burns stated that he wants Kamaru Usman to win the fight. Durinho explained the reasons for choosing The welterweight champion. The first reason is Kamaru Usman is his former teammate. And the next reason is Gilbert Burns thinks that the welterweight division may run crazy if Masvidal wins the belt.

Gilbert Burns reminded Masvidal’s Street boy attitude and stated that the welterweight division will turn into a circus if Masvidal wins. No one knows whom Masvidal will face if he wins the title and Durinho also thinks the same.

Gilbert Burns thinks Jorge Masvidal is willing to fight Conor McGregor or Nate Diaz. Durinho thinks that the welterweight division may go crazy if that happens. Gilbert Burns wants a proper order in the welterweight division. He thinks the top contenders of a certain division are eligible for the title and not the bottom guys.

Gilbert Burns is correct in every way. Recently, Jorge Masvidal stated that he would defend his welterweight championship (If he wins it) against Nate Diaz as a favor for giving him the BMF championship. Also, Conor McGregor is not completely away from the sport even after retirement. He may get back to the welterweight division if Masvidal wins.

Also, Gilbert Burns is ready to take on new challenges in his way if Jorge Masvidal wins the belt at the main event of UFC 251. Gilbert Burns knows that Jorge Masvidal would pick Nate Diaz next. But, Durinho is confident and ready to take Nate Diaz to get back into the title race again.

Chronology of events

Gilbert Burns trained in Florida and then moved to Las Vegas. Fighters are sent to Abu Dhabi from Las Vegas, where they test (COVID) the fighters. Durinho's test did not come in an anticipated way. Gilbert Burns and both his brother Herbert Burns, and cornerman and coach Greg Jones tested positive for COVID.

Gilbert Burns, Herbert Burns, and Greg Jones didn't board the charter flight departing Las Vegas. It is also reported from various sources that Kamaru Usman too didn't board the plane.

After the news circulated in social media, Gilbert Burns explained the situation on his social media handles. Durinho stated that he is not feeling well and added that he is going to win against COVID. Gilbert Burns also advised people to stay safe.

Jorge 'Gamebred' Masvidal cashed in and volunteered to face Kamaru Usman on six days' short notice. Masvidal will get the deserved pay for hitting Kamaru Usman. Everyone thinks that it is a no-lose situation for Masvidal. Jorge Masvidal's legend will rise if he wins the fight. Also, No one would blame Gamebred for losing the fight as he is taking on the fight on six days short notice.

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