Themba Gorimbo’s Emotional Revelation, A Tribute to His Coach’s Mother

Emotions ran high during the pre-fight press conference for UFC Vegas 92. Themba Gorimbo, known as “The Answer,” was overcome with grief as he discussed his upcoming fight against Ramiz Brahimaj. The Zimbabwean fighter broke down in tears, revealing a heartbreaking personal tragedy.

Just hours before media day, Gorimbo received devastating news: his coach’s mother had passed away from cancer. Despite the emotional turmoil, the 33-year-old fighter vowed to win in spectacular fashion, dedicating the victory to his grieving coach.

In his own words: “All I know is I’m going to win in spectacular fashion, for my coach, whose mother just died like 2 hours ago. He’s been here with me for 8 weeks.”

“It’s not on my shoulders man. It’s not on my shoulders. I’ve been wanting to do that anyway. Because he sacrificed 8 weeks of his life, you know. Obviously, I pay him to be here helping me get better with my wrestling and stuff. But I cannot bring his mother back.”

Themba Gorimbo breaks down after revealing his coach's mom died a few hours ago. He's dedicating his performance this weekend to his coach@sportskeedaMMA l #UFCVegas92 pic.twitter.com/Q8KtHPXawx
— Jake Foley🇺🇸🥋 (@JFoMMATalk) May 15, 2024

This poignant moment reminded Gorimbo of the pain he felt when he lost his own mother at the tender age of nine. Fate intervened, preventing him from seeing her after the fight. Nevertheless, Gorimbo remains resolute in his determination to win for his trainer.

Themba Gorimbo’s Remarkable Journey

Themba Gorimbo’s path to the UFC is inspiring—a journey from working illegally in a diamond mine to catching the attention of none other than Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson himself. His vulnerability and empathy add to his endearing persona, making him a fighter fans can truly rally behind.

As we anticipate UFC Vegas 92, let’s remember the power of dedication and the impact of personal loss. Themba Gorimbo fights not only for himself but also for the memory of his coach’s mother. It will surely be a special fight not only for him but also for his coach.