LAS VEGAS — It’s true that after UFC welterweight Kamaru Usman ’s last two title defenses — A highly charged finish of controversial Colby Covington and the circus atmosphere surrounding his one-sided, short-notice win over Jorge Masvidal — his upcoming UFC 258 title fight against Gilbert Burns is as drama-free as it gets. That’s because the two former training partners maintain a respectful stance towards one another. But while Usman (17-1 MMA, 12-0 UFC) returns the respect Burns (19-3 MMA, 12-3 UFC) sends his way, he has another way of looking at things: Burns wants what Usman has. And in that way, that makes this fight as personal to Usman as any
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