Michael Morales Stays Unbeaten with Impressive TKO Victory at UFC Vegas 106
Michael Morales continued his rapid rise in the UFC with a dominant first-round TKO win over veteran Gilbert Burns at UFC Vegas 106, pushing his perfect record to 18-0.
From the start, Morales took control of the fight, using sharp and accurate striking to keep Burns at bay. Despite Burns’ attempts to turn the tide, Morales’ pressure proved too much, ending the bout at 3:39 in Round 1. It was a statement performance against the most experienced opponent of his career so far.
The win earned Morales another Performance of the Night bonus—his second in a row following a knockout of Neil Magny—along with growing recognition as a serious contender in the welterweight division.
At just 25, Morales is gaining momentum and attention with each fight, and fans are already eager to see who he’ll face next as he climbs the ranks in one of the UFC’s deepest weight classes.