Gilbert Burns Predicts a Grim Fate for Neil Magny for His Fight Against Conor McGregor’s Compatriot Ian Garry at UFC 292

The drama around UFC’s upcoming PPV event in Boston keeps growing. First off, #8 UFC welterweight Geoff Neal pulled out of his fight against Conor McGregor’s compatriot, Ian Garry. Neil Magny stepped up to the spot and replaced Neal to help keep the card intact. Then, it was former UFC bantamweight champ Cody Garbrandt, who withdrew from his clash with Mario Bautista, citing an injury. Moreover, Marlon Vera’s much-hyped bout against former two-division champ Henry Cejudo was also called off.

But amid all the intriguing developments around the UFC 292 PPV, one amusing prediction has caught the fans’ attention. A fellow UFC welterweight has come out weighing in on Neil Magny’s chances against ‘Machado.’ Who is this fighter, you reckon? We’re talking about Gilbert Burns – the 2011 IBJJF world champion and #5 welterweight, who’s the older brother of fellow UFC fighter Herbert Burns. Well, what does he think about UFC 292’s welterweight clash? Let’s find out.

A bold prediction for Neil Magny’s UFC 292 showdown against Ian Garry

In a tweet that sent fans into a frenzy, Burns shared his personal opinions about who would come out on top in Garry’s clash against Magny in their UFC 292 showdown. Taking to his Twitter handle, the Brazilian welterweight shared his take with fans. Replying to a fan’s tweet asking him for predictions, Burns succinctly put forth his viewpoint, stating,

The Brazilian’s succinct prediction has cast a significant spotlight on the forthcoming showdown between ‘The Haitian Sensation’ and ‘Machado’. The insight offered by Burns, a skilled fighter himself, raises intriguing questions about the dynamics of the fight. Will Magny manage to defy the odds and secure a statement victory against the undefeated Garry, dubbed as the ‘Next Conor McGregor’? Or will Garry’s prowess in the octagon prove insurmountable for Magny?

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With Burns’ forecast hinting at a swift finish within the early rounds, the stakes are higher than ever. But what are fighters’ stats coming into the UFC 292 PPV bout? Well, both fighters are coming into the fight with a win in their last match. While Magny boasts a 28-11-0 record, his Irish rival’s 12-0-0 record definitely raises eyebrows. However, in terms of reach, the American welterweight has an almost 6-inch advantage. Will this element play a pivotal role in the outcome of the clash? We’ll have to wait to find out. 

For now, Burns’ bold prediction adds an extra layer of anticipation to the welterweight clash between Neil Magny and Ian Garry. With Burns foreseeing an early finish in favor of one fighter, the intrigue around the fight only intensifies. What do you think? Who comes out on top? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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