Gilbert Burns believes Conor McGregor could be one of the next challengers for Kamaru's welterweight title, which could push him down the list.
Burns will face Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273 on April 9 in a bout that has been called a No.1 contender fight by Dana White, with the winner expected to face the winner of Usman's next fight with Leon Edwards. But having already lost to Usman, the Brazilian understands that there is a very real possibility of McGregor sneaking in and taking an historic title shot.
McGregor has demanded an opportunity at the title when he returns to the octagon later this year after suffering a broken leg in his last outing with Dustin Poirier. And it appears Burns has resigned himself to the likelihood that McGregor may be granted the fight, meaning he would likely need another bout should he beat top prospect Chimaev.
