Gunnar Nelson amended his preparations for UFC Copenhagen significantly when noted striker and initial opponent Thiago Alves was forced from their bout two weeks ago before being replaced by jiu-jitsu supremo Gilbert Burns.
“Gunni” didn’t hesitate when he was offered the replacement bout and insisted his biggest fear was noted getting a new opponent at all.
“There is a lot of difference in the opponents, but to be honest, my fear was more that I wouldn’t get a new opponent. It was two weeks out, so when Gilbert steps up and he says he wants to fight, I’m delighted just to get an opponent.