Dwayne Johnson, a living testament to the power of perseverance, rising from setbacks to conquer WWE and then Hollywood. Now after a UFC fighter’s tough loss, The Rock resonated with his words about keeping your chin up in adversity and getting back up after a defeat.

Recently, UFC fighter Dustin Poirier faced a formidable opponent in Justin Gaethje, which ended in defeat for Poirier. But as the saying goes, “It’s not about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.” Poirier’s fighting spirit remains unyielding even in the face of setbacks.

Dwayne Johnson’s words of encouragement

In the high-stakes clash on Saturday, July 29, the UFC fans witnessed an epic showdown between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. Unfortunately, fate dealt Poirier a tough hand, leaving him defeated in the second round at 1:00 after a powerful kick from Gaethje found its mark.

But in the face of heartbreak, Dustin Poirier showcased the tenacity that defines him, drawing strength from within like a modern-day Pookie. “It keeps calling me. I can’t stop,” he declared at the post-event conference, embracing the challenges with a one-day-at-a-time mindset. 

He also added- “I don’t know. I’m just taking it one day at a time, one minute at a time right now. But I’m happy right now. My life is good, my family is good, my daughter is excited for me to get home.” Even amidst the disappointment, Poirier found solace in the love of his family.

However, he found an unexpected ally in the form of ‘The People’s Champion’, Dwayne Johnson. As MMA Junkie shared the emotional video of Poirier’s press conference on Twitter, The Rock took notice and offered his words of support, resonating with the fighter’s indomitable spirit. 

The Rock tweeted back, saying- “Love this perspective so much. Life lessons we can pass on to our little ones. Whatever it is that you sign up for, make sure you absolutely love it because anything can happen.” 

He reminded everyone that life’s lessons are worth passing down to future generations. This act of encouragement and empathy isn’t an isolated event for Dwayne Johnson.

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The charismatic actor has shown his compassion before and recently to another MMA fighter, proving that he stands firmly in their corner as they navigate the unpredictable journey of sportsmanship.

Themba Gorimbo receives a kind gesture from Dwayne Johnson

Known for his generosity, Dwayne Johnson once again stepped up to help UFC sensation Themba Gorimbo. The Hollywood superstar shared an endearing video of their meeting on social media, and that wasn’t all.

Reports suggest that The Rock went the extra mile, gifting Gorimbo a fully furnished house in Miami and extending his mentorship to propel the mixed martial artist’s career to new heights. Gorimbo, full of admiration and gratitude, praised ‘The Great One’ in an interview with Zimcelebs, sparking widespread applause from fans and followers.

Dwayne Johnson continues to inspire, uplift, and make a difference. It shows that even in the face of defeat, there’s always a chance for a comeback.

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