Full Name:
Emil Jeries
Age:
27
Where were you born:
Sydney, Australia
Where do you live:
Sydney
Which gym do you train out of:
Origin MMA
Who are your coaches:
Nurbolat Kuandyk Philip Kim Rodney Williams
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 grew up doing athletics. Moved to soccer then eventually found MMA
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I started MMA in 2016, trained for a year or so then i had 4 years away as i went to university and worked full time in construction management. I’ve been on and off since then. But recently i have quit my job and am focusing on training and competing full time.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Sparring days of course. Nothing compares to having an all out war with a juiced 40 year old accountant who just lost his kids/house in a divorce settlement every Tuesday night
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I can find a finish no matter the position
How would you describe your fighting style:
All rounder
What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA – i find every other sport boring and ghey
Who is your favourite athlete:
Jon Jones
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Jon Jones
What are your immediate and long term goals:
I want to be active, 3-5 fights this year and eventually make the big leagues by the end of the year / early next.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Just a kid whos down for a scrap
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
Christian is a great striker, fun to watch too. Honestly I don’t like to predict results of fights but I know for sure I will hit him harder than anyone he has faced before and I’m capable of mixing it up and confident wherever the fight goes.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Enjoy the show
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you socials:
Follow me on Instagram – emiljeries
