Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson ‘Honored & Proud’ Of UFC Partnership
Fighters at UFC 270 were the first to sport the promotion’s new official footwear – Project Rock.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson announced on Friday that starting Saturday, all athletes and teams will represent Project Rock footwear.
“Historic. I’m honored & proud, @ProjectRock is the official global footwear partner of the @ufc. Starting this weekend at #UFC Ngannou vs Gane, all athletes & teams will rep @ProjectRock footwear,” the former WWE superstar tweeted.
HISTORIC.
I’m honored & proud, my @ProjectRock is the OFFICIAL GLOBAL FOOTWEAR PARTNER of the @UFC 🌍
Starting this weekend at #UFC270 NGANNOU vs GANE, all athletes & teams will rep @ProjectRock footwear.
Engineered for the HARDEST WORKERS IN THE ROOM who WALK THE WALK.
~ dj 💪🏾 pic.twitter.com/TInm2iwEz4— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) January 21, 2022
This isn’t the first time The Rock has made an appearance in the UFC.
In 2019, he helped promote UFC 244 at the weigh-ins and during the night of the event.
He wrapped the BMF belt around Jorge Masvidal’s waist after he defeated Nate Diaz via TKO.