“Colby Just Took Chael’s Schtick to a Whole New Level”: UFC Fighter Shares Wholesome Story About “Good Person” Colby Covington Leaving Fans in Splits

UFC Vegas 73 (or UFC Fight Night 224) saw a returning Themba Gorimbo earn his first UFC victory against Takashi Sato. He defeated the Japanese fighter via a unanimous decision. However, with mixed emotions following his win, Gorimbo took the opportunity to thank controversial star Colby Covington for helping ‘The Answer’ when he needed the most.

Themba Gorimbo recently joined Covington’s gym in Florida at MMA Masters. The 32-year-old South African appeared at the post-fight press conference and gave credit for his first win to his new gym, especially ‘Chaos’, who’s often known for his polarizing attitude and statements.

Colby Covington brought food for Themba Gorimbo

‘The Answer’ mentioned how he was financially very weak, heading into UFC Vegas 73. He only had $7 in his bank account. Moreover, when Gorimbo suffered a loss in his debut UFC fight, His family decided to turn their backs on him. Furthermore, when Gorimbo had no money to buy food, Colby Covington would bring him something to eat at the gym.

‘The Answer’ said, “Colby Covington, he is such a great guy, man. Sometimes you [Covington] bring food for me at the gym.” He mentioned how people say mean things about the former interim champion, and that’s not true. Themba Gorimbo added, “People say what they say about him, but that guy is a great man. You have to know him to kind of know him.” The fans have reacted to this act of kindness from Colby Covington.

Fans react to Gorimbo’s emotional message to ‘Chaos’

Let us take a look at the reactions from fans on Instagram.

• Colby is one of the most professional athletes on the planet. The dude epitomizes class and is a true inspiration.
• Why not end the tweet saying “colby is a good person” instead of “colby is playing a character”
• Super common Colby W
• Biggest issue is dude own family turned on him
• This going to be another masvidal situation…
• Colby just took Chael’s schtick to a whole new level and quite frankly, he is much more successful
• We know he plays a character. That’s why nobody likes him

The fans were happy to learn about the good side of Colby Covington and called him an utter professional. They call it a big win for him. Some fans empathized with Themba Gorimbo’s predicament. But some people mentioned the relationship between Gorimbo and Covington could turn out to be another Jorge Masvidal situation, where they become bitter enemies. Meanwhile, one fan drew a comparison between Chael Sonnen‘s character and the character played by ‘Chaos’, and believe that he has surpassed ‘The American Gangster’.

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Despite the ‘bad guy’ persona, many people have spoken highly of Colby Covington as a person. The fans believe that people hate him only for the character he portrays, but beneath ‘Chaos’ is an exceptional individual.

What are your thoughts about Colby Covington after hearing Gorimbo’s words? Drop your comments below.

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