For some fighters, UFC 305 is a chance to turn their fortunes around, while for others, like UFC featherweight contender Herbert Burns, it could be a make-or-break moment. Burns, currently on a three-fight losing streak, is set to face Jack Jenkins on the preliminary card of UFC 305, which could potentially be his last fight in the promotion. This situation prompted Herbt’s elder brother, Gilbert Burns, a welterweight contender ranked #6, to recently share his thoughts on his brother’s future in the UFC.

In a recent episode of the Show Me Money Podcast, Gilbert Burns evaluated the upcoming UFC 305 fight card and focused on his brother Herbert’s scheduled preliminary fight this Sunday. Burns expressed concern that if his brother does not perform well, his UFC career could be in jeopardy.

“He must win this fight to keep his job. Gilbert Burns said,“If he loses, we know he’s out, he has no chance. I talked to him yesterday night…he’s fighting 8 AM on Sunday there. … He’s acclimating very, very good. But Jack Jenkins, that guy has a good heart, a couple of crazy leg kicks, hits hard, durable. For sure I hope my brother wins, but the conversation we had before he left was like, ‘Bro, make sure you leave everything in that cage.”

Featherweight contender Herbert Burns has stepped in on short notice for this fight after Gavin Tucker withdrew due to injury. This upcoming preliminary bout represents a crucial opportunity for Herbert Burns to seek redemption, as he has not won since 2020, when he last secured a victory by rear-naked choke. While focusing on his brother, Gilbert Burns also shared his thoughts on Alex Pereira’s fan base, which, according to him, has overshadowed Anderson Silva.

Gilbert Burns’s verdict on Alex Pereira

Brazilian fighters have always been prominent in the UFC, with Anderson Silva being a notable name. However, the tables have turned as Alex Pereira now commands an aura unlike any other. In a very short span, Pereira has built a massive global fan base, whether in England, Paris, or Australia. Whenever he is around, the chants of “Chama” fill the room, and his popularity continues to grow with the cheers of “Poatan.” After stepping in to save the UFC 303 card following Conor Mcgregor’s withdrawal, Pereira has become one of the biggest stars in the MMA world.

This topic was recently discussed by Brazilian fighter Gilbert Burns, who appeared on Brian Campbell’s latest YouTube video on his channel, “Morning Kombat.” Burns talked about Alex Pereira’s rapidly growing fan base and compared Pereira to Anderson Silva, claiming that Silva did not achieve such a widespread following in as short a span of time as Pereira has. Burns further said, “The thing now with social media, a lot more things you can connect. That guy has dynamite on his hands.”

What are your thoughts on Gilberty Burns’ comments regarding his brother Herbert Burns’s future? Despite Herbert not winning any recent fights, could this not be his last opportunity, as he may still receive more chances? Share your thoughts in the comments below.