Themba Gorimbo

"Mamba"

14-7-0

ZimbabweLast 5

Amateur MMA 1-1

Last fight: Loss vs Jonathan Micallef · Split Decision · May 2, 2026

14-7-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Jonathan MicallefSD · R3 5:00

UFCUFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates·May 2, 2026

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Themba Gorimbo holds a professional MMA record of 14-7-0. Gorimbo has won 14 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 6 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Gorimbo lands 2.70 significant strikes per minute with 57% accuracy and averages 4.52 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: May 2, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 6'1"185 cm
Weight: 170 lbs77 kg
Reach: 77"196 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Jan 23, 1991
Age: 35
Nationality: Zimbabwe
Birthplace: Bikita, Masvingo, Zimbabwe

Career history

LOSS
vs Jonathan Micallef
UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates· May 2, 2026· Welterweight· 14-7 vs 10-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Jeremiah Wells
UFC Fight Night: Garcia vs Onama· Nov 1, 2025· Welterweight· 14-6 vs 13-4-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Vicente Luque
UFC 310: Pantoja vs Asakura· Dec 7, 2024· Welterweight· 14-5 vs 23-10-1
SUB
R1 · 0:52
WIN
vs Niko Price
UFC Fight Night: Royval vs Taira· Oct 12, 2024· Welterweight· 14-4 vs 16-8
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Ramiz Brahimaj
UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs Murphy· May 18, 2024· Welterweight· 13-4 vs 10-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Pete Rodriguez
UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs Imavov· Feb 3, 2024· Welterweight· 12-4 vs 5-2
TKO
R1 · 0:32
WIN
vs Takashi Sato
UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Hill· May 20, 2023· Welterweight· 11-4 vs 16-7
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs AJ Fletcher
UFC Fight Night: Andrade vs Blanchfield· Feb 18, 2023· Welterweight· 10-4 vs 10-2
SUB
R2 · 1:37
WIN
vs Julio Rodrigues
Fury FC 65: Weems vs. Miller· Jun 26, 2022· Welterweight· 10-3 vs 13-7
UD
LOSS
vs Handesson Ferreira
UAE Warriors 24· Oct 29, 2021· Welterweight· 9-3 vs 17-3-1
UD
WIN
vs Lyle Karam×2Title bout · Title win #2
EFC Worldwide 84· Mar 14, 2020· Welterweight· 9-2 vs 6-1
SUB
R2 · 2:06
WIN
vs Luke Michael×1Title bout · Title win #1
EFC Worldwide 82· Sep 28, 2019· Welterweight· 8-2 vs 4-4
TKO
R1 · 2:48
WIN
vs José da Rocha Junior
EFC Worldwide 79· May 4, 2019· Welterweight· 7-2 vs 10-6
UD
LOSS
vs Dave Mazany
EFC Worldwide 63· Sep 9, 2017· Catchweight· 6-2 vs 15-7
TKO
R2 · 0:39
WIN
vs Joe Cummins
EFC Worldwide 49· May 13, 2016· Welterweight· 6-1 vs 3-1
UD
LOSS
vs Leon Mynhardt
EFC Worldwide 44· Oct 3, 2015· Lightweight· 5-1 vs 15-6
SUB
R2 · 1:03
WIN
vs Alex Cheboub
EFC Africa 37· Feb 21, 2015· Lightweight· 5-0 vs 7-6
SUB
R1 · 1:50
WIN
vs Chaz Wasserman
EFC Africa 27· Feb 27, 2014· Welterweight· 4-0 vs 1-1
SUB
R2 · 4:31
WIN
vs Chimmy van Winkel
EFC Africa 26· Dec 12, 2013· Welterweight· 3-0 vs 0-3
SUB
R1 · 1:59
WIN
vs Juan Lubbe
EFC Africa 22· Aug 15, 2013· Welterweight· 2-0 vs 4-4
SUB
R1 · 3:48
WIN
vs Sydney Mokgolo
South Africa Regional· Jun 15, 2013· 1-0 vs 3-2
SUB

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Xtreme Couture

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (398 fighters)

Punch power82

Kick power84

Punch speed75

Kick speed86

Accuracy93

Takedowns97

Ground striking97

Submissions61

Chin79

Body strength87

Cardio74

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 14-7-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed2.70per min

57% accuracy

Strikes absorbed1.75per min

52% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed4.52per 15 min

63% success

Takedowns stuffed73%

Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 4-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.70per min

57% accuracy

Strikes absorbed1.75per min

52% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed4.52per 15 min

63% success

Takedowns stuffed73%

Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

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Where they rank

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Themba Gorimbo earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1693▼5
Peak: 1722Oct 12, 2024
Rated fights: 21

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Frequently asked questions

When does Themba Gorimbo fight next?

Themba Gorimbo has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Themba Gorimbo's record?

Themba Gorimbo's professional MMA record is 14-7-0.

Who is Themba Gorimbo fighting next?

Themba Gorimbo's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Themba Gorimbo fight last?

Themba Gorimbo most recently fought Jonathan Micallef at UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates on Saturday, May 2, 2026, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Themba Gorimbo fight in?

Themba Gorimbo fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Themba Gorimbo have?

Themba Gorimbo has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How tall is Themba Gorimbo?

Themba Gorimbo is 6'1" (185 cm) tall.

How much does Themba Gorimbo weigh?

Themba Gorimbo weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Themba Gorimbo's reach?

Themba Gorimbo has a reach of 77" (196 cm).

How old is Themba Gorimbo?

Themba Gorimbo is 35 years old (born Jan 23, 1991).

Where is Themba Gorimbo from?

Themba Gorimbo is from Zimbabwe.

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CAREER SUMMARY