Date set! Durinho reveals details of negotiations for his next UFC fight: 'Very close'

Durinho promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

He hasn't fought since May, when he was knocked out in the first round by... MichaelMorales, Gilbert Durinho He is close to returning to action in the UFC. The Brazilian, who is experiencing the worst moment in his career, doesn't hide his desire to step back into the octagon in search of victory and has opened up about his next fight in the company.

Durinho has stated that he is in advanced negotiations with the UFC and that his fight should be announced soon. It's true that the former welterweight title challenger (up to 77,1 kg) has had his name linked to... Mike MallotHowever, he did not confirm whether this will be his opponent. In any case, the Brazilian stated that he approved of the duel and that it will take place in the first half of 2026.

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“I have a fight that has already been offered to me. I said yes, but so far nothing. It's for April. Soon, but there's no contract, no venue, nothing. Maybe it'll be five rounds, maybe it'll be three rounds. I'm waiting,” said the veteran in an interview with the YouTube channel 'Laerte Viana na Área'.

Durinho's fighters in MMA

Gilbert DurinhoThe 39-year-old is a jiu-jitsu specialist and a veteran of MMA. The Brazilian began his career in the sport in 2012 and debuted in the UFC in 2014. With the organization, he has competed for the welterweight title (up to 77,1 kg) and is currently ranked 11th.

In this sport, Durinho built a record of 22 wins and nine losses. His main victories were against Demian Maia, Jorge masvidal, Neil Magny, Stephen Thompson e Tyron woodley.