Gorimbo Shows Heart in Defeat After Wells Makes Him 'Eat His Words' at UFC Vegas 110
Zimbabwean MMA star Themba "The Answer" Gorimbo displayed immense heart and his trademark resilience but ultimately fell short in a hard-fought battle against American Jeremiah Wells, losing via unanimous decision at UFC Vegas 110. After an explosive start from the Zimbabwean, Wells weathered the storm and dominated the later rounds to secure the victory in a clash fueled by intense pre-fight trash talk.
A War of Words
The welterweight clash was charged with emotion before the first punch was thrown. In the lead-up to his first fight of 2025, Themba Gorimbo made headlines with a raw and intense statement about his motivation. "I have got kids to feed at home. My kids are more important than his kids. If I have to kill a man, I will," Gorimbo declared.
This fiery declaration highlighted the immense pressure on Gorimbo, who was looking to bounce back from a tough loss to Vicente Luque last year and reaffirm his status as one of Africa’s brightest MMA exports. According to Jeremiah Wells, Gorimbo even repeated these words backstage before the fight, setting the stage for a personal and high-stakes showdown.
A Tale of Two Fights
In the opening round, Gorimbo lived up to his aggressive words. He came out with explosive energy, immediately taking the fight to Wells. He dominated the grappling exchanges, successfully taking his opponent to the mat twice and controlling large portions of the round with relentless top pressure. His performance thrilled fans and for a moment, it seemed his intense focus would carry him to victory.
However, the tide turned dramatically in the second and third rounds. Jeremiah Wells showcased his own resilience, weathering Gorimbo's initial storm and beginning to capitalize on the Zimbabwean's fading energy. Wells began landing heavy strikes and asserting his strength in the grappling exchanges, maintaining dominant ground control for significant periods.
Despite Gorimbo's relentless heart and numerous attempts to reverse position and defend against submissions, Wells' control was undeniable. The judges ultimately saw the fight unanimously in his favor, with all three scoring the bout 29-28.
Heart in Defeat
After the fight, a victorious Jeremiah Wells declared that he had made Gorimbo "eat his words." While the result was a setback for Gorimbo, his performance once again won the hearts of fans. His determination, grit, and refusal to quit—traits that have defined his incredible life story—were on full display throughout the thrilling three-round battle.
Though the loss takes his professional record to 14 wins and 6 losses, Gorimbo's reputation as a fan favorite who always brings the fight remains firmly intact. He is celebrated both in Zimbabwe and across the MMA world for his warrior spirit.
The Road Ahead
In true Themba Gorimbo fashion, the hunger for victory remains undimmed despite the defeat. With his trademark grit and humility, he has promised to learn from the loss and return to the octagon stronger than ever.
As he continues to fly the Zimbabwean flag high on the global MMA stage, his journey inside and outside the cage remains one of the most compelling stories in the sport. Fans will be eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the career of "The Answer."
David (Solar Sales)