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Gabriel Almeida Secures Heel Hook Victory Over Gilbert Burns at UFC BJJ 12

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In a featured match at UFC BJJ 12, Gabriel Almeida utilized a heel hook to force a tap from Gilbert Burns. The match saw early engagement with Burns attempting a takedown and defending a guillotine attempt. Almeida eventually transitioned to a leg attack to secure the victory.

This result marks the first defeat for Burns within the UFC BJJ circuit. Previously, Burns earned a victory over Horlando Monteiro in his debut this past June. His recent competition schedule also included a wrestling match against Khamzat Chimaev at RAF.

The UFC BJJ 12 event featured two championship bouts. Flyweight champion Cassia Moura successfully defended her title against Adele Fornarino via split decision, while Renato Canuto defeated Ethan Crelinsten by unanimous decision to claim the vacant lightweight championship.

AI-assisted brief by the Octagon Edge News Desk, based on reporting from MMA Fighting.

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