Full Name:
Joshua Jay O’Brien
Age:
22
Where were you born:
Sydney, Australia
Where do you live:
Sydney, Australia
Which gym do you train out of:
Rival Gym Castle Hill
Who are your coaches:
Shane Parker, Carl Wang
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
White and Blue Belt State Champion in Jiu-Jitsu — 100% knockout rate in the first round.
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
NRL and fighting.
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
Around four years ago.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Shark tanks — I love being tested and swimming in deep waters.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My power, precision, and relentlessness.
How would you describe your fighting style:
Unpredictable, unconventional, and uncontrollable.
What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — I love the brutality and the freedom.
Who is your favourite athlete:
No one.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
No one.
What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Display pure brilliance and violence — put on a spectacle for the crowd and give them what they came for: blood and medical bills, while skyrocketing out of the local scene.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Broken bones and blood.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
Domination everywhere — leading to a finish.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
You guys are amazing — I appreciate all of you. I won’t be denied now!
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @joshobrien11
Watch Joshua Jay O’Brien fight at Eternal MMA 100 on Friday, November 15.
