Full Name:
Campbell Symes

Age:
26

Where were you born:
Broken Hill

Where do you live:
Phuket, Thailand

Which gym do you train out of:
P’Chai Muay Thai & MMA

Who are your coaches:
Samuel Cassidy, Colton Kielbasa

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
1st Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Soccer

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
At 16 years old, when I moved to Phuket, Thailand.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Sparring. I’m not the biggest fan of drilling — it’s all about going live for me.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
Mental strength. I’m not the best athlete to grace the earth, but I’ve done some pretty mentally challenging things throughout my career.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Technical

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — there’s no other answer.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Charles Oliveira (MMA) and Petchanong Petchfurgus (Muay Thai)

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Charles Oliveira (MMA) and Petchanong Petchfurgus (Muay Thai)

What are your immediate and long term goals:
Win this fight, move onto a title fight, and then make my way to the UFC.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A constant attempt at the finish.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
It’s a very interesting fight for me. Everyone thinks I’m a grappler, but I’ve had 10 Muay Thai fights in 2025 alone — so don’t be surprised to see a finish on the feet.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Let’s do it. To the top we go.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram: @gumby_bjj

Watch Campbell Symes fight at Eternal MMA 97 on Saturday, June 28.