In a heartwarming gesture that has caught the attention of wrestling fans worldwide, Cody Rhodes, the Undisputed WWE Champion, has pledged to fund and provide a fully equipped wrestling ring to Soft Ground Wrestling (SGW) in Uganda. However, this significant contribution aims to support and enhance the growth of wrestling in Uganda, particularly benefiting orphan wrestlers.
Cody Rhodes is buying SGW a wrestling ring!! pic.twitter.com/kV8TplFQj7
— Cultaholic Wrestling (@Cultaholic) June 11, 2024
Soft Ground Wrestling, a Ugandan promotion founded in March 2023, has gained a substantial following from fans all around the world. Moreover, the promotion has seen former WWE stars Mace and Mansoor travel to Uganda to make an appearance, showcasing the global interest in this unique wrestling experience.
Cody Rhodes Gifts a Wrestling Ring
Rhodes, known for his passion for the sport and his commitment to helping others, expressed his admiration for the love of pro wrestling displayed by the SGW wrestlers. Additionally, In a video message shared by SGW, Rhodes stated, “You need one for your stories, and to be able to do what you do, you gotta be welcomed into the wrestling business in the right way; you need a proper ring.”
The American Nightmare went on to say, “When it gets done, send the bill to me; it is on me, my gift to you. The wrestling business has literally given me everything in my life that I could possibly dream of, and I would like to give something back to you guys and welcome you officially into this big, wide world of pro wrestling. I can’t wait to see what you do with it.”
Rhodes’s gift comes at a crucial time for SGW, which has amassed over 180 students in its first year and uses a ‘wrestling ring’ made from sticks in the ground and thin rope. Moreover, the new ring, funded by Rhodes, will provide the wrestlers with a safer and more professional environment to hone their skills and continue to grow the sport in Uganda.
The Wrestling Community is All Praise for World Champion
The wrestling community has praised Rhodes’s gesture, highlighting his positive impact on the sport and his commitment to helping others. The Undisputed WWE Champion’s generosity serves as an inspiration to wrestlers and fans alike, demonstrating the power of giving back and supporting the growth of wrestling worldwide.
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As SGW prepares to receive their new wrestling ring, the future looks bright for the promotion and its wrestlers. With the support of Cody Rhodes and the wrestling community, SGW is set to continue its impressive growth and make a lasting impact on the sport in Uganda and beyond.
