The Rock” Gears Up for MMA: Training for Mark Kerr Biopic
Training Begins for “The Smashing Machine”
Hollywood superstar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has kicked off his Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) training as he prepares to portray former UFC champion Mark Kerr in the upcoming film “The Smashing Machine”. This biopic aims to delve into Kerr’s tumultuous life and career, particularly focusing on his significant tenure in PRIDE, though he also competed in the UFC.
An Intense Preparation Process
The training camp marks another chapter in Johnson’s journey into the world of combat sports. Having made a name for himself in WWE, Johnson once considered pursuing MMA before ultimately choosing the path of professional wrestling. Viewers can catch a glimpse of “The Rock’s” MMA training efforts in the video below.
VIDEO: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s MMA Training
Day 1: MMA Training Camp. Preparing for “The Smashing Machine”. Every day is a learning experience. It’s been a humbling, intense, and motivating journey into the world of fighting and embodying Mark Kerr, a two-time UFC heavyweight tournament champion and Vale Tudo world champion.
“I’m a hard worker, but I realized that I had to work even harder for this role than anything else in my life. It’s not just about the physical; it’s a team effort that’s part of a much bigger journey. I’m growing and grateful for it,” Johnson reflects.
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Mark Kerr’s Brief but Stellar Career
Kerr had a meteoric but short-lived career in the UFC, fighting in just four matches over two evenings under the old tournament format, winning both events. He then went on to compete in PRIDE. Throughout his MMA career, Kerr battled severe drug addiction issues, a struggle previously documented in a film also titled “The Smashing Machine”.
Quotes
“Day 1: MMA Training Camp. Preparing for ‘The Smashing Machine’. Every day is a learning experience.” — Dwayne Johnson
“I’m a hard worker, but I realized that I had to work even harder for this role than anything else in my life.” — Dwayne Johnson
This article captures Johnson’s dedication and the challenges of his new role, highlighting the intensity of his preparation and his journey into the depths of a fighter’s life and psyche.
