Full Name:
Nikita Laptsevich
Age:
23
Where were you born:
Minsk, Belarus
Where do you live:
Gold Coast, Australia
Which gym do you train out of:
Fight Club Jiu Jitsu / Black Dragon Kai
Who are your coaches:
Gavin Hain
Geordie Lavers-McBain
Daniel Lima
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
- Purple Belt – BJJ
- Brown Armband – BDK Muay Thai
- Orange Belt – Judo
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
BMX, swimming, karate, gymnastics
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I trained karate at age 7 for two years as a hobby. I started judo at 15, and then joined Fight Club at 16. Since then, I’ve been training five days a week with the goal of fighting.
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Probably Muay Thai — but I enjoy everything almost equally 😆
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I want to be good everywhere the fight goes. Having participated in many sports growing up (and currently), I feel some things come to me easier than they do to others.
How would you describe your fighting style:
Not a striker, not a grappler — I’m a mixed martial artist. I know I can knock my opponent out, and I know I can submit them.
What is your favourite sport and why:
Other than MMA, probably Muay Thai. I love the high stakes and the fact that a fighter getting dominated most of the fight can still turn the tides at any point.
Who is your favourite athlete:
Max Holloway (I don’t watch sports outside of combat sports 😆)
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Max Holloway
What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Short-term: Win my pro debut convincingly and excitingly.
Long-term: Become a UFC champion and be an exciting fighter.
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A fighter who’s looking to hurt his opponent and get the finish.
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
Not going to tell you 🤫
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Thank you to everyone — your support is very appreciated!
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram – @nikita_laptsevich
Watch Nikita Laptsevich fight at Eternal MMA 98 on Saturday, September 13
