What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist: White belt
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up: Soccer
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession: Started boxing at 16 but started training MMA seriously around 19.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why: Probably sparring because it’s fun.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter: I never miss a session.
How would you describe your fighting style: Violent and aggressive.
What is your favourite sport and why: MMA. Most other sports are boring.
Who is your favourite athlete: That’s a tough one—probably Volk.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete: Volk or Dustin Poirier.
What are your immediate and long term goals: Win my fight on June 28 by finish, and keep going from there.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect: Action and damage.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out: I see myself winning by knockout in the first round.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters: Come down and show your support. It’s always a good show.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials: Instagram: @dylan__leonard1
Watch Dylan Leonard fight at Eternal MMA 97 on Saturday, June 28.
Which gym do you train out of: SOMA Fight Club & MCSA
Who are your coaches: Marcus Mckeever, Aaron Bertolatti, Mike Ikilei, Youseff Wehbe
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist: White belt
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up: I had my first ever fight at six years old in New Zealand. Since then, I’ve been competing in all sorts of combat sports—boxing, Muay Thai, K1, gi, and no-gi. My old man was an old-school Vale Tudo fighter and owned a gym, so I became familiar with martial arts at a very young age.
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession: Originally, I planned to become a professional boxer. I looked up to fighters like Jai Opetaia. But when my dad passed away in 2023, I had a change of heart and decided to try MMA. Last December, I jumped straight into the GAMMA World Championships and loved it—so here I am now, continuing to follow that passion.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why: Cage wrestling, sparring, padwork, and cardio sessions.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter: Heart and grit.
How would you describe your fighting style: Sometimes patient and calculated, sometimes aggressive and guns blazing.
What is your favourite sport and why: All combat sports. It’s pretty much all I’ve ever watched. Ever since I was a child, I used to watch the K-1 Grand Prix and Pride MMA on old VCR tapes.
Who is your favourite athlete: Outside of combat sports, definitely my older brother Lukhan Salakaia-Loto. He plays for the Wallabies—super dedicated and successful in his sport.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete: Buakaw Banchamek. An elite Thai boxer—relentless, conditioned, and powerful.
What are your immediate and long term goals: I only ever think about my next fight and take one step at a time. In the future, I want to fight everyone and make my way into the UFC. That would be awesome.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect: A real fight.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out: I have no plan. For now, I just train. When it’s go time—I’m on.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters: Lessgoooooooooooooo team, we awnnnnnn. 🇼🇸🇹🇰
Which gym do you train out of: Luistro Combat Academy
Who are your coaches: Romel Luistro
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist: I have been awarded a brown belt in BJJ from Romel Luistro.
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up: I did a lot of skateboarding and BMX for sport. A lot of drinking and debauchery for activities.
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession: About two weeks before my debut MMA fight in late 2023 is when I started to give a shit about striking. Been hooked ever since. However, the study of combat—both armed and unarmed—began in 2012 when I enlisted in the infantry.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why: I don’t have a favourite session. To be honest, most of the training is not enjoyable. It’s hard and gruelling. That’s my favourite aspect—that we must choose a hard lifestyle in order to practise the Bushido way.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter: Cardio and chin, mate. A fairly good IQ helps too.
How would you describe your fighting style: Chaotic, wild, unpredictable. With some gems of technique sprinkled in.
What is your favourite sport and why: Outside of combat sports, skateboarding would be my favourite. They still push their bodies to the limits of impact absorption, and the skill and balance displayed always blows my mind.
Who is your favourite athlete: Currently still slugging it out—Jim Miller.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete: In no particular order: Kazushi Sakuraba, Erik Paulson, Josh Barnett, Fedor Emelianenko.
What are your immediate and long term goals: My immediate goal is to not have immediate goals. Long term: build my business, maintain balance in life, work and training—and enjoy it. Well, try to. I will have a professional MMA debut this year.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect: This is showbiz. They can expect a show, as well as a complete physical display of unarmed combat.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out: If Todoroff vs Torres 1 is anything to go by—and of course it is—it will be another mauling via wrestle domination and ground-and-pound for three rounds. However, if I forego the cartwheels and fancy move attempts, I should get a submission at some point.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters: Of course, thank you for supporting. Buy a School of Physical Culture shirt at the link in my Insta bio. Use code TORRES when you buy an Eternal ticket. I look forward to putting on a show for all of you. I live to entertain.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials: Instagram: @iron.octopusstrength
Watch Alex Torres fight at Eternal MMA 97 on Saturday, June 28.
Who are your coaches: Steve Walton and Kevin Kophamel
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist: N/A
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up: In the UK, I played football and did some judo. After moving to Perth at 9 years old, I played rugby until I was 15, when I began my journey in combat sports.
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession: I’ve been training since 15, but I started taking MMA seriously at 18. I now work part-time so I can train as much as possible.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why: MMA striking drills and wrestling — they’re my favourite sessions.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter: My work ethic and striking. Once I get going on the feet, I’m hard to slow down.
How would you describe your fighting style: Slick, technical, poised.
What is your favourite sport and why: MMA — it’s the most honest sport in the world. You have to put in the work, or it’ll show on fight night.
Who is your favourite athlete: Alexander Volkanovski
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete: Dan Hooker
What are your immediate and long-term goals: Immediate goal: keep winning in the amateur ranks and turn pro next year. Long-term goal: make it to the UFC and become champion 🏆.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect: High-level striking.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out: If my opponent starts aggressively, I can catch him early with a strike or submission. If he tries to strike at range, I’ll pick him apart and cruise to a dominant victory.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters: I can’t wait to put on one hell of a performance and make you all proud!
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials: Instagram: @harvey__youngman
Watch Harvey Youngman fight at Eternal MMA 97 on Saturday, June 28.
Which gym do you train out of: CMBT Training Centre
Who are your coaches: Miles Muecke
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist: Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up: Footy, cricket, basketball
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession: In 2016. I lived out of my car, trained out of the gym, and showered at the local weights centre—all to pursue this journey full-time.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why: Mixed Martial Arts. It combines every element of life—discipline, adversity, growth—and the constant goal of getting 1% better every day.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter: Consistency, dedication, and my love for movement.
How would you describe your fighting style: I finish fights and I win. With an 80% finish rate across 10 pro bouts, the record speaks for itself.
What is your favourite sport and why: MMA. It blends all styles and abilities into one battle—and at the end, there’s no question who the better person is.
Who is your favourite athlete: Georges St-Pierre
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete: Alexander “The Great” Volkanovski
What are your immediate and long-term goals: To become the Eternal bantamweight champion. I already have three finishes at featherweight and I’m aiming to make a statement with every fight. With a 9–2 record—one of the best unsigned in Australia—I’m ready to take that next step and represent my country internationally.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect: The Wanderer has returned—to make a statement.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out: A battle early for the centre of the cage… then I’ll hunt for the finish.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters: The Wanderer returns June 21st to put the bantamweight division on notice.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials: Instagram & YouTube: @ben8watson
Watch Ben Watson fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.
Which gym do you train out of: Team Compton Training Centre
Who are your coaches: Steve and Elliot Compton
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist: Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up: Rugby League, Rugby Union, Track and Field, Tennis
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession: At 20 years old
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why: Live sparring drills, with a specific focus on niche areas. It ensures we’re always developing as well-rounded fighters, never stuck in one style.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter: Heart. Come and test it for yourself.
How would you describe your fighting style: Pressure and persistence—with bad intentions.
What is your favourite sport and why: Besides MMA, rugby league—especially State of Origin. Nothing beats the memories of the Maroons winning eight straight or pulling off the impossible when counted out year after year.
Who is your favourite athlete:
MMA: Cain Velasquez
Boxing: GGG (Gennady Golovkin)
Rugby League: Matty Bowen
Left field: Lleyton Hewitt
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete: GGG – Gennady Golovkin
What are your immediate and long-term goals: Fight and win as much as possible this year. Win over the Australian fans with an entertaining style, and make sure I’m in the conversation with Eternal promoters and the UFC as soon as possible.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect: Their new favourite fighter.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out: Alfred is my toughest and most experienced opponent to date. I’m excited to be back in the cage after 18 months to prove to myself that I belong. It’s been a long, hard road, and at times I’ve wanted to walk away—but I’ve shown up for myself every single day. This is about chasing a dream that a little boy once had. I want to make that kid proud and show him that anything is possible. No matter the result, I’ll entertain and leave it all in the cage.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters: Thank you all. I see you, and I appreciate you.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials: Instagram: @jackson_weir
Watch Jackson Weir-White fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.
Which gym do you train out of: CMBT Training Centre
Who are your coaches: Jesse Yada, Miles Muecke, Brentin Mumford
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Purple Belt in BJJ under Lachlan Giles
Multiple-time local BJJ competition gold medallist
National Victorian BJJ Champion (Blue Belt, 2022)
Competed in international events such as the World No-Gi Championships and Who’s Number One
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Tae-Kwon-Do (ages 6–11)
Dancing and acrobatics (ages 11–15)
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession: I started Muay Thai at 15 as a hobby, but within six months I knew I wanted to pursue fighting as a career. Due to injuries, I couldn’t compete straight away and gravitated toward Jiu-Jitsu. From 2019–2024, my focus was on BJJ, but MMA was always the long-term goal.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why: Sparring and Spyda fight simulation sessions — they’re the hardest, but also the most rewarding. I really value the mental progress I can feel week to week.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
Wrestling technique
Adaptability and openness to learning
How would you describe your fighting style: Still developing, but I’m aiming to be an explosive, grindy wrestler with relentless pressure and control.
What is your favourite sport and why: Fighting — it demands everything of you: physically, mentally, emotionally. It pushes you to evolve into your best self, and the bonds it builds with your team are unmatched. Plus, it’s just the most exciting sport to watch.
Who is your favourite athlete: I need to expand my list — no specific name comes to mind outside of MMA yet.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete: Dan Hooker — I love his style, toughness, and attitude. He’s incredibly inspiring, both mentally and physically.
What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Immediate (2025): Get at least three, ideally four, amateur fights for more cage time and experience
Long-term: Compete at the highest level against the best female fighters in the world. I believe I have the dedication and attributes to become world-class — and the right team to help get me there.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect: Heart, passion, and intensity — no matter where the fight goes. You’ll see better execution every single time I step in the cage.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out: I’ll find my entries and set up takedowns. Once the fight hits the ground, expect complete domination.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters: Thank you to everyone who supports me from near and far. It means the world when people see and believe in the vision with me.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials: Instagram: @healydayan
Watch Healy Dayan fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.
