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On April 8, 2023, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, United States, a welterweight fight between Gilbert Burns and Jorge Masvidal is scheduled to take place at UFC 287. ##
UFC 287 Results: Gilbert Burns Vs. Jorge Masvidal Full Fight Highlights ##
ROUND 1: The combatants have entered the ring and have met in the center. Neither fighter has demonstrated significant output during the initial minute. Masvidal lands an inside leg kick, and Burns responds with a body shot. The crowd begins chanting "Let's go Jorge" as Masvidal launches a teep to the body, indicating that he intends to engage from a distance. Burns connects with a glancing right that grazes Masvidal's chin. ##
Masvidal lands an outside leg kick, but the first half of Round 1 remains relatively uneventful. However, Masvidal quickly follows up with a combination that culminates in a powerful leg kick. The two fighters miss punches, and Burns nearly creates an opportunity for grappling, but Masvidal deftly evades. Burns lands a solid body kick, and Masvidal responds with a well-placed kick of his own. Burns sneaks in a right hand, and Masvidal counters with a jumping knee and a hook to the side of Burns' head. Burns lands another right hand, which is proving to be quite effective. ##
Near the end of the round, Burns executes a takedown and quickly begins delivering rapid ground-and-pound strikes. Both fighters have performed admirably, but Burns' impactful strikes give him a slight edge in this round. ##
ROUND 2: The second round commences with an immediate exchange of punches. Burns displays a more aggressive approach, launching a right uppercut that lands on Masvidal. The latter stumbles back, though it appears to be more of a trip than a knockdown. Regardless, this opens an opportunity for Burns to execute a deep takedown and lift Masvidal up for a resounding slam! ##
Masvidal defends himself with a closed guard, and the audience begins to boo Burns. Nevertheless, he has no incentive to take any chances on top. Burns is satisfied with sneaking in punches and elbows while Masvidal remains inactive on the bottom. Masvidal maintains a closed guard, perhaps waiting for a reset. However, Burns is not biting on anything and crawls them over to the fence. ##
Masvidal tries to kick Burns off, but the latter's grappling is exceptionally sound, providing Masvidal with minimal breathing room. Masvidal rolls, and Burns stays on top, maintaining a body lock. He drags Masvidal down once again. The fighters eventually end up back on their feet, battling for position against the fence. They separate with 30 seconds left in the round, and Masvidal takes a wild swing. However, Burns anticipates the move and evades the attack. They exchange right hands before the round concludes. ##
ROUND 3: Burns initiates a high head kick that nearly catches Masvidal off guard. In response, Masvidal reverts to the low kicks. Burns lands a jab followed by another one. Masvidal counters with a spin kick to the body. Burns becomes increasingly reckless with his punches as he closes the distance, but he is still landing them. A powerful overhand right from Burns rocks Masvidal. Burns continues headhunting. ##
Masvidal appears to have regained his composure as he lands a jab and a right down the middle. Burns lands a massive uppercut that forces Masvidal to retreat. Burns now unloading a series of right hands. Masvidal retaliates with a right of his own. Burns connects with a good left hook, followed by another powerful right. Despite the onslaught, Masvidal remains resilient and continues to counter Burns' strikes. ##
Burns is deep in a body lock, but Masvidal backs up against the cage and maintains his upright position. Masvidal fights off Burns' attempts to take him down, but Burns ultimately overpowers him and takes him down into half-guard. With about 45 seconds remaining in the fight, it seems unlikely that Masvidal will escape from this position. Nevertheless, Masvidal fights Burns' hands as Burns takes his back. Masvidal manages to scramble to his feet, but there's not enough time left to mount a significant offense. ##
UFC 287 Results: Gilbert Burns Vs. Jorge Masvidal Fight Winner ##
WINNER: Gilbert Burns via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) ##
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