Full Name:
Matt Vaile
Age:
34
Where were you born:
Hamilton, New Zealand
Where do you live:
Hamilton, New Zealand
Which gym do you train out of:
Core MMA
Who are your coaches:
Luke Jumeau, Ethan Brocket
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Black belt in BJJ, Black belt in Taekwondo
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Soccer, Karate
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I did a few kickboxing fights between 2012–2014, then got offered an MMA fight while training BJJ.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
MMA sparring — I love punching people.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
Confident and aggressive. I love violence.
How would you describe your fighting style:
Street fighter
What is your favourite sport and why:
Hunting — I like the skill and being outdoors.
Who is your favourite athlete:
Don’t really have one.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
All the fighters in the PRIDE & K-1 GP days.
What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Take out all the major Australian welterweight titles and fight in the USA.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Violence.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I see my opponent being very keen to take it to the ground, like most of his fights. I can see myself getting the finish as he gets desperate to avoid keeping it standing.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Love my people — makes this journey that much more enjoyable with them along for the ride.
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you socials:
Instagram: Matt Viper Vaile
Facebook: Matt Viper Vaile
Watch Matt Vaile fight at Eternal MMA 98 on Saturday, September 13