Full Name:
Luke Melrose
Age:
28
Where were you born:
Ulladulla, NSW
Where do you live:
Gold Coast
Which gym do you train out of:
CMBT Training Centre
Who are your coaches:
Miles Muecke, Brentin Mumford, Jesse Yada, Reece McLaren
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue belt in BJJ
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
NRL, Karate, Muay Thai
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I took MMA seriously around 2021 after I finally healed a disc protrusion in my neck. This took about 6 months of physio and exercises every morning to overcome. I’ve wanted to pursue MMA professionally since before my first amateur fight.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
My favourite aspect would just be the relationships you develop along the way, but I also love routine and the self-confidence of knowing I can protect myself. Favourite session would have to be sparring. Nothing is more novel to me than the mind games and tricks to land strikes or takedowns in unsuspecting, creative ways.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I don’t have much aggression or anger—I’m just hyper-competitive. This means I’m always thinking about how I can win, and not about how I can get back the last strike I took.
How would you describe your fighting style:
I’m an all-rounder. Definitely a bit of a brawler at times, and I use my cardio later in rounds to push the pace. I prefer to strike but am not afraid to shoot a takedown if I need to.
What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA – craziest sport in the world.
Who is your favourite athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski – I love his speeches. “Adversity is a privilege” resonated with me, among others.
What are your immediate and long-term goals:
To go on a win streak at pro and get some finishes. Put on a few kgs of muscle. Go to the UFC.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Action, violence, & pressure.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
Louie looks like he has a good chin on him from watching his previous fights. I see myself landing some big shots on the feet and Louie coming forward looking to clinch up and wrestle. He won’t get me down, and I will make him quit over 15 minutes. TKO stoppage.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
I appreciate you all. This is just the beginning. Watch this space.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find your socials:
Instagram: doubleshotmma
Watch Luke Melrose fight at Eternal MMA 98 on Saturday, September 13
