Full Name:
Tasar ‘The Machine’ Malone
Age:
28
Where were you born:
Gold Coast – Australia
Where do you live:
Gold Coast – Australia
Which gym do you train out of:
CMBT Training Centre
Who are your coaches:
Miles Muecke Jesse Yada Brentin Mumford James Sarginson
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Purple belt – BJJ
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
I played many sports throughout my whole life. In school doing athletics, tennis, cross-country, soccer, and swimming. Outside of school focusing and (taking seriously) soccer up until 16yrs old, then I found AFL and played senior football until my 20’s. Then after this I found MMA and never looked back.
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I tried MMA out in late 2017 for a couple of months, then came back to it around 2019. Picked it back up and haven’t looked back! I turned professional in 2023.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
I love every day, I get to do what I love because I love what I do. To be able to chase an endless journey of growth and bettering yourself has always been attractive to me. There is an endless amount to learn and improve on so as long as I’m learning and practicing everyday… then I’m happy.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I’m unbreakable. My determination and mindset is so strong that I feel it is one of my greatest strengths. I also back this up with a sickening and insane work ethic. I know I can go deep deep down and keep on pushing long after any opponent can.
How would you describe your fighting style:
I have an always changing style to suit whoever I am up against. I can adapt and change right there in the moment. Usually my style is wild and I throw everything into my output, lots of movement, scrambles and constant work rate.
What is your favourite sport and why:
Mixed Martial Arts, Why: Ever since starting this sport I have loved the many aspects to this sport. So many different layers, so much to learn and so much to constantly work on. I love the ideology of being a martial artist and a warrior.
Who is your favourite athlete:
Myself in 5 years…. but in 5 years time, it will be myself again… in 5 more years. Someone I aspire to be like is Georges St Pierre as he was a true martial artist and a great role model/individual.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Georges St-Pierre
What are your immediate and long term goals:
Win this next fight Become the Eternal MMA Featherweight Champion Make the UFC Create a life with financial freedom Use my platform and life to impact and help others for the better – positive impacts Become a World Champion
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Fight of the night, or performance of the night My fights are always entertaining, wild, and BIG energy
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I will go 4-0 I will finish a high level and veteran of the game in Jesse Medina
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
My heart is filled with gratitude and warmth for each and every one of you. Your unwavering support, kindness, and the love that has been shown has become a beacon of light in my life, guiding me through both the good times and the challenges. We are stronger together.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you socials:
IG – iamtasar
Watch Tasar Malone fight at Eternal MMA 88 on Saturday, September 14
