“Yeah, like '300,' I've probably watched it 300 times. It's one of my favourite films. I've just finished watching 'Spartacus,' another great series. I relate a lot to those kind of films. I think most fighters should relate to those films. It just seems natural. I am Spartacus, I am Leonidas, I am the lead role in those films.”

American-born English retired mixed martial artist

Babajimi Abiola “Jimi” Manuwa is an American-born English retired mixed martial artist. He competed in the light heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Manuwa became known through his UFC career, where he fought at light heavyweight under the name Jimi Manuwa. His public profile comes from mixed martial arts rather than from writing or public office, and the available facts place him within the modern era of professional combat sports.