WATCH: Gilbert Burns getting help for Khamzat Chimaev fight from current UFC champ
Oct. 24, 2024 – 12:32 – For his fight against rising Russian wrecking machine Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273, former title challenger Gilbert Burns has received some recent assistance from the current division king, and one-time opponent, Kamaru Usman.
Burns (20-4) and Usman (20-1) have an interesting history. For quite a few years, they were consistent teammates at powerhouse fight gym Sanford MMA. The Brazilian was often a key training partner as “The Nigerian Nightmare” rose up the ranks and became the UFC 170-pound champion. However, things changed when Burns had his own ascendence to the top and earned a chance to compete for Usman’s title.