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Themba Gorimbo: From blood diamond fields of Zimbabwe to the UFC to Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson changing his life, Themba emotionally shares impact of his UFC 310 Loss to Vincente Luque and his struggles

Dec 27, 2024 · 1h 6m

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Themba Gorimbo emotionally shares his journey from blood diamond fields of Zimbabwe to the UFC and devastating UFC 310 loss to Vincente Luque
He details how negative reception from fans and his country turning on him crippled him mentally and emotionally
Gorimbo reflects on being reminded how lucky he is to be alive after a life of danger, trauma and instability, and Dwayne Johnson's impact

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