Full Name:
Anthony Drilich

Age:
31

Where were you born:
Logan, Queensland

Where do you live:
Perth, Western Australia

Which gym do you train out of:
Scrappy MMA, DCA MMA

Who are your coaches:
Ben Vickers, Brandon Drilich, Josh Della, Ryan Gray

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
BJJ Black Belt

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Rugby, Muay Thai, Boxing, Judo, BJJ, and MMA

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I started taking MMA seriously as a hobby at 14, and as a profession around 22.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
My favourite aspect of MMA is how dynamic it is — it’s always evolving with new skills and techniques. My favourite session is sparring because I can test new techniques on my training partners.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My dedication to learning and improving, along with my sheer will and ferocity.

How would you describe your fighting style:
A mix of sharp striking and grappling.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — because of its ever-evolving techniques, skills, and the strategies that come into play during a fight.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Manny Pacquiao

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Fedor Emelianenko

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
To get into the UFC.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Fireworks and a smart, technical fighter.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
With my arm raised in the second round — either by submission or KO.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Thank you to all my family, friends, and supporters for having faith in me. I’ll see you all on October 11 with the belt around my waist.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @anthonydrilichmma

Watch Anthony Drilich fight at Eternal MMA 99 on Saturday, October 11.