UFC fighter Themba Gorimbo experienced a life-changing event thanks to Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, who provided him with a place to live in Miami. Gorimbo, who weighed in at 170.5 pounds for UFC Vegas 85, delivered an impressive first-round finish by securing a victory just 31 seconds into his fight against Rodriguez. He expressed his gratitude to The Rock in a post-fight interview, vowing to change someone's life every day, just as his life had been changed. Gorimbo has been actively involved in philanthropic efforts, building four water wells in his native Zimbabwe and assisting villagers with health issues related to waterborne illnesses. Following his win, Gorimbo set his sights on future success, aiming to become the UFC champion in 2024 and expressing his readiness to fight top contenders Leon Edwards and Shavkat Rakhmonov.
“I know this win is going to change a lot of things.” Themba Gorimbo (@TheAnswerMMA) has lofty expectations for himself after picking up a knockout win in less than a minute. #UFCVegas85 Results, Interviews & More ➡️: https://t.co/qKyD5nryiX
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Themba Gorimbo calls out Leon Edwards and Shavkat Rakhmonov after his first round knockout! “I want to fight the best guys, and I want to become the champion in 2024. Whether it’s Leon [Edwards] or [Shavkat] Rakhmonov it does not matter. I’m going to beat them.” 🎥 TNTSports https://t.co/V0nM8BnHKm
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Themba is FEELING GOOD after that first round finish😁💪 @TheAnswerMMA | #UFCVegas85 https://t.co/2iFm0Gx0Yf
Themba is FEELING GOOD after that first round finish! @TheAnswerMMA | #UFCVegas85 https://t.co/joxF1uXJSv
"I want to become the champion in 2024!" Themba Gorimbo wasted no time in the fight and he's not trying to waste any time getting to UFC Gold! 🏆 #UFCVegas85 | Live on TNT Sports & discovery+ https://t.co/qPwXCSHdWP
Themba Gorimbo leaves the cage after his win https://t.co/hHJH8Gjksd
Gorimbo shot straight for the top during his post-fight interview too. Says he wants to be the champ in 2024. "Whether it's Leon or Rakhmonov, it does not matter. I'm going to beat them." #UFCVegas85
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Themba with a beautiful post fight interview with DC. #UFCVegas85
"I want to fight the baddest guys and I want to become the champ in 2024. I'm here to win and become the champ in 2024." - Themba Gorimbo #UFCVegas85
Gorimbo says The Rock changed his life and he's going to work every day to change others' lives. Gorimbo has built four water wells in his native Zimbabwe and is currently helping people in his village who have long-term health issues due to waterborne illnesses. #UFCVegas85
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WHAT A FINISH! 💥 Themba Gorimbo gets it done within SECONDS of the fight starting! ⏱️ #UFCVegas85 | Live on TNT Sports & discovery+ https://t.co/ZebHWWKOA1
THEMBA GORIMBO ONLY NEEDED 30 SECONDS 😤 #UFCVegas85 https://t.co/FGmECYREAZ
"You changed my life in a better way. And I'm going to change someone's life every single day." - Themba Gorimbo thanks the Rock after his UFC win. #UFCVegas85
THEMBA GORIMBO KO's RODRIGUEZ IN 31 SECONDS!!!! 🔥🔥🔥 https://t.co/5mKzikbvDO
WOW! Themba Gorimbo was UNDERPRICED! What a knockout HOLY! That one rang throughout the Apex! #UFCVegas85 https://t.co/hlOpGE8Hky
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Themba Gorimbo getting a 2nd house #UFCVegas85 https://t.co/wrs25etEbu
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"And they came back and they were like, 'Hey, you know what, we were talking with The Rock, and he wants to get them a place to live in Miami.'" How Dwayne Johnson changed UFC fighter Themba Gorimbo's life https://t.co/lqsjoy2hzw
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