Full Name:
Diellon Lihari.
Age:
25.
Where were you born?
Melbourne.
Where do you live?
Melbourne.
Which gym do you train out of?
Absolute MMA.
Who are your coaches?
Simon Carson, Oliver Smith, and Raja Shippen.
What belts or rankings do you currently hold as a martial artist?
Purple Belt in BJJ.
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up?
Aussie Rules Football.
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession?
2018, when I was 18 years old.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why?
Sparring — it’s the most realistic and competitive part of training.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter?
My ability to finish fights.
How would you describe your fighting style?
High pressure.
What is your favourite sport and why?
AFL and EPL — I’ve always followed both growing up.
Who is your favourite athlete?
LeBron James.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete?
Georges St-Pierre.
What are your immediate and long-term goals?
- Immediate: Be 4–1 by the end of 2025.
- Long-term: UFC by the end of 2026.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect?
A high-paced, exciting fight.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out?
Quinn has dangerous boxing, so I expect him to be cautious and wary of the takedown. I’ll take him down and finish the fight via ground and pound or submission.
A final message to any friends, family, and supporters:
Thanks for all the support — I’m ready to put on a show and get one back.
Where can fans and supporters find you on social media?
Instagram: @diellonlihari
Watch Diellon Lihari fight at Eternal MMA 96 on Saturday, June 21.
