UFC fighter Themba Gorimbo had much more at stake when he entered the Octagon at UFC Vegas 73. The welterweight fighter barely had the money to keep himself afloat when he flew to the USA. His most incredible backstory of how he took refuge in the sport of MMA and then came to the country with meager 7 dollars and 49 cents will inspire people throughout the world. His story of torn pockets with only $7 in his hands is analogous to the star Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, who also made it big despite having the same bank amount.

When the former WWE star first heard of the Zimbabwean fighter’s story of grits, he resonated and empathized with it. Therefore, he extended his helping hand to Gorimbo whose UFC story deeply touched him. In response, the UFC fighter vowed to chase the American dream and never give up on himself.

Themba Gorimbo wants to emulate Dwayne Johnson in inspiring the world

The MMA fighter, who recently picked his first UFC victory against Takashi Sato, became an orphan at 13. He then ended up becoming a diamond smuggler before ultimately fleeing Zimbabwe to South Africa. There, he got introduced to MMA, which changed his life forever.

The 11-4 record holder not only survived on free meals given by UFC but also slept in the gym. A perfect candidate to realize the American dream, he is already targeting a UFC title in 2024. Also, he reassured his fans that he was back in the USA.

‘The Answer’ wrote in the tweet, “I am back in USA 🇺🇸Miami @TheRock & going after the American dream to become @ufc champion in 2024.”

“My $7,49 story will be an inspiration to many around the world just like your $7 bucks did.🍀THE LUCKY 7 IT IS🍀 We can be down but never out if we don’t give up on ourselves,” he added later.

Previously, ‘The Rock’, still reeling from the effects of an enormous $60 million loss from XFL, conveyed shock as he discovered about the African fighter. He then reflected back on his own journey to stardom, which also started with $7 bucks. Moreover, the Hollywood star declared he got Gorimbo’s back.

He penned, “This is f’n crazy to see and brings back many emotions and memories.  $7.49 in this fighter’s bank account. I once had $7 bucks too. I’ve been there on that grind. Got your back, brother. I’ll help. You got this. I’ll be in touch @TheAnswerMMA #hardestworkersintheroom”

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What do you think of this heartwarming exchange between two stars who both started their journey with $7? Do you believe Themba Gorimbo will achieve his American dream? Let us know in the comments below.

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