Full Name:
Adnan Larry.
Age:
32.
Where were you born?
New Zealand.
Where do you live?
Melbourne, Australia.
Which gym do you train out of?
Absolute MMA.
Who are your coaches?
Simon Carson and Raja Shippen.
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?
Rugby League and Rugby Union.
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession?
Seven years ago.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why?
MMA sparring — I enjoy blending all the elements of MMA together.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter?
Big power and aggression.
How would you describe your fighting style?
Freestyle.
What is your favourite sport and why?
MMA — it’s the best sport in the world. There are so many ways to win, and it takes a unique combination of mental and physical attributes to succeed.
Who is your favourite athlete?
Muhammad Ali.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete?
Muhammad Ali.
What are your immediate and long-term goals?
Immediate: Focus on and win my upcoming fight.
Long-term: Beat everybody up.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect?
Fireworks — big bombs being thrown, no handbrakes, and complete disregard for my own health and safety to get the win and put on a show for the fans.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out?
I’m going to dominate all aspects of the fight and get the finish.
A final message to any friends, family, and supporters:
Thank you all for the support.
Where can fans and supporters find you on social media?
Instagram: @youngblackandsexy
Watch Adnan Larry fight at Eternal MMA 95 on Saturday, May 3.