UFC Fight Night: Burns vs Malott - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Gilbert "Durinho" Burns and Mike "Proper" Malott will take charge at UFC Fight Night, headlining the main event in the light heavyweight division. They fight at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Burns, a seasoned Brazilian fighter boasting 22 wins, has proven himself formidable in the cage. His competing against strong opponents like Demian Maia demonstrates an ability to challenge world-class fighters. Malott's experience includes 13 victories and a notable fight against Mickey Gall, signaling readiness for elite competition.

What time is Gilbert Burns vs Mike Malott fight

Live coverage for the Gilbert Burns vs Mike Malott main card will start at 05:00 PM EST on Paramount+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Gilbert Burns vs Mike Malott Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, April 18, 2026	05:00 PM	09:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, April 18, 2026	02:00 PM	06:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, April 18, 2026	09:00 PM	01:00 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, April 19, 2026	08:00 AM	12:00 PM

The event takes place on April 18, 2026, at 09:00 PM EST. The venue is the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

The main event features a light heavyweight fight between Burns and Malott. This is a UFC Fight Night event with three rounds scheduled for the main bout.

Fans should note that the start time might vary due to the performance of earlier fights on the card. The ring walk time for the main event can change based on how long the undercard fights last. People in different time zones should check local listings or refer to a table with start times specific to their country to ensure they don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Gilbert Burns

Nationality: Brazil
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 178 cm
Reach: 178 cm
Total Fights: 31
Record: 22 / 9 / 0

Mike Malott

Nationality: Canada
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 185 cm
Reach: 185 cm
Total Fights: 16
Record: 13 / 2 / 1

Gilbert Burns faces off against Mike Malott in a light heavyweight bout with no belts on the line.

Gilbert Burns, known as "Durinho," has extensive experience with a record of 22 wins and 9 losses. Despite the formidable opponents faced, his recent bouts show mixed results. Against competitors in lower weight classes, his performance fluctuated, which might affect this matchup with the larger-framed Mike Malott.

Mike Malott, "Proper," comes into this fight with 13 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw. He has a reach advantage of 185 cm and measures up to previous opponents in similar size categories. This makes him well-prepared for facing Gilbert Burns' style and size.

Gilbert Burns vs Mike Malott Betting Odds

Underdog: 42750Gilbert Burns : 3.5 (+250)
Favorite: Mike Malott : 1.3 (-291)

Method of victory	42750Gilbert Burns	Mike Malott
By KO/TKO or disqualification	11.0 (+1000)	1.9 (-115)
By decision or technical decision	11.5 (+1050)	8.0 (+700)

How and where to watch the Gilbert Burns vs Mike Malott Fight

You can watch Gilbert Burns vs Mike Malott via Paramount+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	Paramount+
Canada	Paramount+
UK and Ireland	Paramount+
Australia	Paramount+
India	Paramount+

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