Currently ranked 10th, welterweight Michael Morales defeated former title challenger Gilbert Burns in the first round by Dominant TKO, defeating the former Jiu-Jitsu world champion in an impressive way in the UFC Fight Night. Burns vs. Morales. When he spoke to the media on a postwar press, Michael Morales defeated the victory over Burns.
“My team and I worked on every detail for this fight. I knew Gilbert was dangerous everywhere, but I trust my impression and wrestling. I improve every day. Tonight was just the beginning of what I can do in this division.”
“I admire Gilbert a lot, but I saw him hurt after the first exchange. I kept the pressure, became patient and when I landed that right hand, I knew I had to finish. The judge did his job.
Morales’ simple game plan was to go out to a Brazilian grappling specialist. This led to a fast and violent finish, as no one ever hit it quickly and soundly.
Michael Morales is one of many new top candidates.
Despite beating tough and notable Gilbert Burns, this still only places Michael Morales in the bottom half of the welterweight top 10 rankings. There’s a clear logjam that says Sean Brady, Ian Garry and Joaquin Buckley all offset welterweight king Jack Della Madarena.