Themba Gorimbo, a mixed martial arts sensation from Zimbabwe, gained notoriety on Saturday night when he defeated Ramiz Brahimaj in an exciting Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) match that took place in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gorimbo proved to be a formidable opponent, winning all three sets with unanimous scores of 30-27.
Despite acknowledging that his performance fell short of his personal best, Gorimbo faced emotional turmoil upon learning of his coach’s bereavement, with the passing of the coach’s mother. Prior to the match, during an interview with MMA Junkie, Gorimbo was visibly moved to tears by the distressing news, vowing to dedicate his victory to his coach. True to his word, Gorimbo delivered a stellar performance, fulfilling his promise and making his coach proud.
Expressing his pride in representing Zimbabwe on the global stage, Gorimbo took to his Facebook page to share his sentiments, stating, “As the one and only Zimbabwean currently competing in the UFC, I am honored to represent my country in such a prestigious organization.” Grateful for the unwavering support he received, he extended heartfelt gratitude to his supporters, remarking, “The taste of victory is truly sweet, and I am profoundly thankful to all those who have stood by me. Your support means everything to me.”
He concluded his message with humility and appreciation, affirming, “Though the fight may not have unfolded as planned, I am committed to rectifying my mistakes and striving for excellence. Thank you all for your unwavering love and support.”
