Know Your Fighter: Jon Aiello

Full Name:
Jonathon Aiello

Age:
26

Where were you born:
Gold Coast, Australia

Where do you live:
Gold Coast, Australia

Which gym do you train out of:
The Fight Centre, Brisbane

Who are your coaches:
Ben Johnston and Darcy Vendy

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Punch-ons at interschool basketball.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I started taking MMA seriously after my first fight. Up until then, I was training hard but without direction. After that bout in 2022, I was lucky enough to be taken under Darcy Vendy’s wing—and haven’t looked back since.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Definitely wrestling. Nothing beats the physical exertion and dopamine rush of grabbing, tugging, lifting, and hugging your sweaty best mates. Up the Wahs.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I’m technical, durable, and explosive. If I commit to a shot, no man alive is taking it. And no one is outlasting me. All gas, no brakes—Got all the gas in the tank, baby.

How would you describe your fighting style:
I’m a pressure cooker. I’ll be in your face, walking you down, breaking you until you fold or the buzzer goes.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA. Once you start watching simulated murder, nothing else compares. Gymnastics is cool though.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Jonas Solari

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Darcy Vendy

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Immediate: one more amateur fight after this one—if they can find someone with the stones to take it.
Long term: Eternal Champion. UFC fighter. UFC Bantamweight Champion.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
F***ing carnage. No more waiting to see what they’re going to do—I’m taking the lead and putting them to sleep.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
He’s gonna look like an airplane with that chin flying high. I’ll catch my flight. First or second round finish—he’s getting slept.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Love yas all. I’m doing it for every one of us. GC and Logan City, baby!

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram & TikTok: @daddi_ravioli_mma

Watch Jon Aiello fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Cyprian Rogozinski

Full Name:
Cyprian Rogozinski

Age:
22

Where were you born:
Pabianice, Poland

Where do you live:
Brisbane, Australia

Which gym do you train out of:
Integrated MMA

Who are your coaches:
Adrian Pang, Toby Tsang, Grego Penaloza

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Played football (soccer), and enjoyed hunting and target shooting.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
The day I turned 18, I signed up at an MMA gym. I wasn’t allowed to train earlier—my mum’s rules—but I’d wanted to do it since I was 16.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
I love constantly learning about myself and the sport. The community and mutual respect in MMA are unmatched. Sparring is my favourite session—it’s where I feel I grow and improve the most.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My mental and physical resilience. Coming from a defence force background has taught me how to perform under pressure and maintain a high level of fitness and discipline.

How would you describe your fighting style:
A relaxed menace. I’ve built a strong, well-rounded foundation in both striking and grappling. Since my debut loss four years ago, I’ve sharpened every tool and come back more dangerous.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA—it’s the most entertaining and complete test of an athlete.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Craig Jones

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Dustin Poirier

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Go pro with a strong record and eventually open my own gym.

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

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I’ll stay one step ahead—calculated, composed, and suffocating my opponent’s hope.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Enjoy the show. You’re going to see a whole new me.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram: @Cyprian.Rogozinski_

Watch Cyprian Rogozinski fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Ajay Deep Singh

Full Name:
Ajay Deep Singh

Age:
26

Where were you born:
Punjab, India

Where do you live:
Melbourne, Australia

Which gym do you train out of:
Absolute MMA

Who are your coaches:
Simon Carson, Raja Shippen, Oliver Smith

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
MMA, kickboxing, grappling

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

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
I enjoy all aspects of training, but my favourite is the pro sessions. High-level athletes share their experience and knowledge, and training with them helps me understand the sport on a deeper level.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My mentality—never giving up.

How would you describe your fighting style:
All-rounder

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA. I feel truly alive when I train and compete at my best.

Who is your favourite athlete:
I respect every athlete for their dedication, but my favourite is Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Khabib Nurmagomedov

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
I want to see how far I can take myself in this sport—always aiming higher.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Someone who gives 100% every time, applying everything I’ve learned.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I’m going in with full effort—100% commitment.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
I’m very grateful for your support—thank you for showing up and cheering me on.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram: @singh_smash

Watch Ajay Deep Singh fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Aidyn Gould

Full Name:
Aidyn Gould

Age:
18

Where were you born:
Brisbane

Where do you live:
Brisbane

Which gym do you train out of:
Team Compton

Who are your coaches:
Steve Compton, Jayden Binnie, Dom Mar Fan

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue belt in Jiu Jitsu

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Rugby league and rugby union

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
After my first kickboxing class at 14 during the rugby league off-season—I fell in love with the sport and never looked back.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Friday morning sparring—because I’m pushed to my limits by some of the best fighters in Australia.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My pressure and ability to dictate where the fight goes.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Explosive, with quick back takes and powerful kicks.

What is your favourite sport and why:
Besides MMA, rugby league—it’s heavy contact but still demands a high level of skill.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Marshawn Lynch

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Ilia Topuria and Jack Della Maddalena

What are your immediate and long term goals:
Short term: get two more amateur fights. Long term: go pro and stay undefeated.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A guaranteed finish. Judges won’t be needed.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I respect my opponent’s skill set, but I’m finishing this fight inside two rounds—guaranteed.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
I’ll be hunting for the finish from the opening bell—and I will find it inside two rounds.

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

Watch Aidyn Gould fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Callam Baird

Full Name:
Callam Baird

Age:
21

Where were you born:
Brisbane

Where do you live:
Gold Coast

Which gym do you train out of:
Empire Martial Arts

Who are your coaches:
Ricky Budgen, Jake Anderson, Nicholas Grant, Shaun Johnson

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Taekwondo

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
In 2022

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Sparring—it’s the highlight of every class for me.

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

How would you describe your fighting style:
Well-rounded

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA—it’s the best sport in the world.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski

What are your immediate and long term goals:
Keep getting amateur fights and build up my experience.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A fun, exciting fight—I’m always looking for the finish.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
A stoppage win in Round 2 or 3.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Come down, watch a great fight, and see me get my hand raised!

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram: @cxllam03

Watch Callam Baird fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Baxter Pickering

Full Name:
Baxter Pickering

Age:
24

Where were you born:
Gold Coast

Where do you live:
Gold Coast

Which gym do you train out of:
Shindo New Breed MMA

Who are your coaches:
Coach Kerry Dunne

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

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Basketball as a young teen and not much else.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I started MMA when I was 20. I went hot and cold for about two years until I decided to get my fitness sorted. Naturally, I wanted to train more—and I fell in love with becoming a mixed martial artist. Over the past two years, I’ve wanted to implement my skills into the cage.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
My favourite aspect of training is simply turning up. The hardest part is walking through the gym doors—even when you don’t feel like it or don’t have time. But if you think the price of sacrifice is high, wait until you get the bill for regret.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I’ve naturally gravitated toward grappling and BJJ. I love the breadth of grappling and being able to express yourself through a wide range of techniques. It’s good for the soul.

How would you describe your fighting style:
My fighting style is definitely not plain Jane. I’ve incorporated a lot of unusual elements—on the ground and standing—that people don’t usually see. I’m not afraid to try interesting things, especially on the ground.

What is your favourite sport and why:
😏

Who is your favourite athlete:
Kobe Bryant — Mamba Mentality.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Chito Vera — inspiring story and easily the most stylish UFC fighter ever.

What are your immediate and long term goals:
I’ve never really thought about it until now, but I truly want to teach MMA one day and make my way as a coach… after making it into the UFC Hall of Fame, of course.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Assume nothing, expect everything.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I’ll work my stand-up briefly. When I see the opportunity, I’ll take it to the ground. Wherever my opponent moves, he’ll be in danger.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
The love and support fuels everything. It never goes unnoticed. 🙌🫶

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

Watch Baxter Pickering fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Randall Rowan

Full Name:
Randall Rowan.

Age:
19.

Where were you born?
Brisbane.

Where do you live?
Ipswich.

Which gym do you train out of?
Crown Kickboxing.

Who are your coaches?
James Moller and Luke Thomas.

What belts or rankings do you currently hold as a martial artist?
Blue Belt in BJJ.

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up?
MMA mainly, along with some random school sports.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession?
Started taking it seriously at 13, and saw it as a future profession from 18.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why?
Pad sessions — nothing better than being able to hit hard and clean.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter?
My striking ability, by far.

How would you describe your fighting style?
Entertaining and damaging.

What is your favourite sport and why?
MMA — nothing more exciting to do or watch.

Who is your favourite athlete?
LeBron James.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete?
Alexander Volkanovski.

What are your immediate and long-term goals?
Turn pro next year, then go after that belt.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect?
A dominant performance.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out?
A highlight-worthy knockout going my way.

A final message to any friends, family, and supporters:
Can’t wait to put on a show for everyone!!!

Where can fans and supporters find you on social media?
Instagram: @randall_rowan1

Watch Randall Rowan fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Mitchell Rapson

Full Name:
Mitchell Rapson

Age:
25

Where were you born:
Melbourne, Australia

Where do you live:
Gold Coast, Australia

Which gym do you train out of:
CMBT Training Centre

Who are your coaches:
Miles Muecke, Brentin Mumford, Jesse Yada

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
White belt in Jiu Jitsu

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
I tried most sports like soccer, footy, and basketball but only enjoyed and stuck with MMA.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I started training when I was 15 but didn’t commit properly to it until I was 23.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
My favourite aspect is learning new things every day and constantly improving in the areas I believe are the weakest.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
That I don’t give up.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Entertaining.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA, because there are so many aspects to it.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski

What are your immediate and long term goals:
My immediate goal is to get my hand raised on June 21st and continue to fight and gain more experience.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
An entertaining fight that they won’t want to miss.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I see it being very entertaining up until I find the finish.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Appreciate all the love and support from everyone — let’s do it!

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

Watch Mitch Rapson fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Jasmine Nikora

Full Name:
Jasmine Nikora.

Age:
32.

Where were you born?
New Zealand.

Where do you live?
Perth.

Which gym do you train out of?
Luistro Combat Academy.

Who are your coaches?
Romel Luistro.

What belts or rankings do you currently hold as a martial artist?
Blue Belt in Jiu Jitsu.

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up?
Just the usual school sports.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession?
I started training as a hobby in 2018, began competing in 2020, and started fighting MMA in 2022.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why?
Sparring — it’s where I get to put all my training together.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter?
My mind and my heart.

How would you describe your fighting style?
Aggressive striker.

What is your favourite sport and why?
MMA — silly question.

Who is your favourite athlete?
N/A.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete?
N/A.

What are your immediate and long-term goals?
A few more amateur fights, and then you’ll see me on the professional scene.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect?
An exciting fight.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out?
We’ll see — but it’s going to be exciting.

A final message to any friends, family, and supporters:
You’ll see a new, evolved fighter — and I’ll do you all proud.

Where can fans and supporters find you on social media?
Instagram: @jasminenikora

Watch Jasmine Nikora fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.

Know Your Fighter: Luca Bowe

Full Name:
Luca Bowe.

Age:
21.

Where were you born?
Agnes Water.

Where do you live?
Brisbane.

Which gym do you train out of?
Crown Kickboxing.

Who are your coaches?
Luke Thomas and James Moller.

What belts or rankings do you currently hold as a martial artist?
White Belt in BJJ.

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up?
I focused on tennis throughout my childhood and teenage years.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession?
I began taking MMA seriously in December 2023.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why?
My favourite aspect of training is that there’s always more to learn — the evolution never stops.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter?
My power and range are two of my biggest assets.

How would you describe your fighting style?
Technical, violent, and always applying constant pressure.

What is your favourite sport and why?
MMA — because of the toughness it demands both physically and mentally.

Who is your favourite athlete?
Carmelo Anthony.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete?
Petr Yan.

What are your immediate and long-term goals?
Immediate: constant and rapid progression in all areas of my game.
Long-term: to evolve into a complete, high-level fighter.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect?
A fast-paced fight that ends in a finish.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out?
I see myself landing big shots early and finishing the fight.

A final message to any friends, family, and supporters:
Thank you to everyone who supports me on fight night and throughout my camp — it means everything.

Where can fans and supporters find you on social media?
@luca_bowe on all platforms.

Watch Luca Bowe fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.