Full Name:
Mitchell Rapson
Age:
25
Where were you born:
Melbourne, Australia
Where do you live:
Gold Coast, Australia
Which gym do you train out of:
CMBT Training Centre
Who are your coaches:
Miles Muecke, Brentin Mumford, Jesse Yada
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue belt in Jiu-Jitsu
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Soccer and footy, followed by MMA
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
When I moved to the Gold Coast at the start of 2023. I’ve now fully committed to it.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
All of it. I just love learning every day and improving my skill set.
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My drive and determination to succeed.
How would you describe your fighting style:
High volume and always looking to put on a fun fight.
What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA, because I’m obsessed with it.
Who is your favourite athlete:
All MMA fighters.
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Tom Aspinall
What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Immediate goal is to get my hand raised on September 13th. Long-term goal is to reach the UFC and turn this into a career.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A very entertaining fight that they won’t want to miss!
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I see it being a dominant performance that makes a statement and shows the level I’m at.
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
I appreciate every single person that supports me on this journey. Let’s do it!!
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram: @mitch_rapson
Watch Mitch Rapson fight at Eternal MMA 98 on Saturday, September 13
