Know Your Fighter: Cole Smith

Full Name:

COLE SMITH

Age:

43

Where were you born:

Gisborne New Zealand

Where do you live:

Gold Coast QLD

Which gym do you train out of:

Heartbreak conditioning

Who are your coaches:

Dylan Andrews and Cam Bracewell

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:

Purple belt

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:

Hunting and rugby

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:

26-27years

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:

Like it all , all fighting styles I have a interest in

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:

Resilience

How would you describe your fighting style:

Not sure , evolving

What is your favourite sport and why:

MMA and boxing

Who is your favourite athlete:

Muhammad Ali – Micheal Jordan

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:

Cain Velasquez

What are your immediate and long term goals:

Get the win and then see how far I can go at my age knowing how much I missed out on during my recovery from surgery and stroke

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:

A man willing to put it on the line

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:

Hard fought

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:

Thanks for the support

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you socials:

Colehbc

Watch Cole Smith fight at Eternal MMA 91 on Saturday, November 30.