Gilbert Burns opens up about his relationship with Kamaru Usman

UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns has confirmed that he once again has a good relationship with Kamaru Usman despite their heated title showdown.

Back at UFC 258, Sanford MMA stars Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns locked horns with the UFC welterweight title on the line. It marked the latest example of two teammates colliding with championship gold being at stake and as it turns out, there was a hint of bad blood between them heading into the contest.

Burns recounted a comment from Usman in which the champ insinuated that Sanford’s trainers and coaches knew ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ would come out on top in their bout. While Kamaru eventually did secure the TKO finish, Burns managed to drop Usman and exceeded a lot of people’s expectations in the process.

The disappointment from ‘Durinho’ was clear for all to see but despite that, they’ve still been able to mend fences – as confirmed by Burns during an interview with Morning Kombat.

“I don’t have nothing against Kamaru. He was just here today helping me out a little. He helped me out with a couple rounds, and we have a good relationship.

“I have tremendous respect because you beat me on a good day. I was on a good day. For sure I was a little angry, but physically, technically, I was sharp bro. I almost finished that guy. 

“Remember, I went out of the fight and my shin was big because of the head kick. My knee was sore because I threw a knee on his face. Right hand, I threw a lot of things on that guy and then he beat me. I have a lot of respect. It’s nothing personal.”

Kamaru Usman may want to box Canelo Alvarez but for the time being, his focus needs to be on Leon Edwards. The two are set to meet for the 170-pound strap this summer with International Fight Week being