Interviews
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Pro File: Sam “The Sharpshooter” Hayward
Age: 25 Place of Birth: Ballarat, Vic Fighting out of: Ballarat, Vic Gyms/Affiliations: Infinite MMA Nickname: The Sharpshooter Pro MMA Record: 6-1 Amateur MMA Record:...
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Ben Edwards announces switch to MMA: I can’t wait to put some wins together and march into the UFC
Australian heavyweight kickboxer Ben Edwards recently announced on social media that he will be making a major leap across to mixed martial arts with his...
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John Wayne Parr, Brad Riddell rematch this Friday night at CMT 8
Even with the growing popularity of MMA, one simple fact remains true; many fans prefer it when the fight remains standing. A huge UFC fan...
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Ebersole ready to give Kennedy one last lesson
It was announced at Hex Fight Series 5 on Saturday 20th February that former UFC fighter Brian Ebersole (51-17-1) would come out of retirement for one night only...
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Ten Questions with Brendan “the Badger” O’Reilly
With a style and work ethic that befits his namesake, Brendan “the Badger” O’Reilly has emerged as one of Australia’s shining MMA stars. Beginning his...
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I am the best unsigned lightweight in Australia: An interview with Damien Brown
If it’s one thing that Damien Brown understands, it’s sacrifice. The former military man put his life on the line to serve his country in...
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I’m all about finishing fights and making statements – An interview with Alex Volkanovski
Alex Volkanovski is a man who knows what he wants. The featherweight, who resides in New South Wales with his wife and young daughter, has...
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Fad Diets, IV Bans & Ronda Rousey: An Interview with Mike Dolce
Mike Dolce strikes an imposing figure, intimidating almost…until he smiles. He has a sparkle in his eye that can only be found in the rare...
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The bigger the show, the better I fight: An Interview with Jamie Mullarkey
Jamie Mullarkey is 21 years old, but you wouldn’t know it. He speaks forthrightly, and passionately about his career, but understands that there is more...
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Pro File: Myles Simpson
Age: 28 Place of birth: Adelaide, SA Fighting out of: McLaren Vale, SA Gym: Ringworks MMA Nickname: M16 Pro record MMA: 6-1 Pro record Muay...
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Kilapino ready for war in ONE Championship debut: An Interview with Natalie Gonzales Hills
Natalie Gonzales Hills is self confessedly going through her warrior phase. At 27 years old, the Filipino born, Brit, now residing in Sydney, Australia has...
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Pro File: Jordan Cameron
Age: 25 Place of birth: Canberra, ACT Fighting out of: Cheltenham (VIC) Weight Division: Featherweight Gym: Adrenaline MMA & Fitness Nickname: NA Occupation: Athlete/Coach Pro record:...
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Recharged and aiming for UFC return: Interview with Ben Alloway
Former TUF Smashes fighter Benny “Blanco” Alloway is looking to make his way back to the big show and a win in his upcoming fight...
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All Aboard The Freight Train: Interview with Hoshi Friedrich
It’s a typical Tuesday afternoon for Hoshi Friedrich, dressed in shorts and a t-shirt, he’s just finished up training at the gym he founded in...
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Corey Nelson Interview – September 2015
Fight News Australia recently had the pleasure of interviewing one of the most dominant and talented unsigned fighters in the country; Corey ‘Major’ Nelson. Only a...
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Interview: Rodolfo Marques – The Unstoppable Nightmare
Rodolfo Marques is on a four fight win streak (MMA) and the veteran is planning on making it five at Hex Fight Series 4 when he...
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Alex Chambers: “I haven’t shown what I’m capable of”
Alex ‘Astro girl’ Chambers will be making her return to the Octagon this Sunday Australian time, taking on the dangerous Paige ’12 Gauge” VanZant. This...
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Interview: Arlene Blencowe – Rising from the Ashes
Arlene Blencowe is just over a week away from making her second appearance for Bellator MMA after a stunning debut for the promoter back in May,...
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Interview: Nick Patterson discusses issues with Vik Grujic and his upcoming bout against Abel Brites at Hex FS 3
Coached by Ed Bavelock at the Kimekai Gym in Cranbourne, Victoria, lightweight Nick “Banjo” Patterson (16-4-1) is riding a five-fight win streak which includes victories...
