Full Name:
Daniel Matheson

Age:
26

Where were you born:
Gold Coast

Where do you live:
Gold Coast

Which gym do you train out of:
DTV Academy

Who are your coaches:
Dylan Andrews, Vincent Perry

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
None

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Rugby union/league, cricket, baseball

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
About 4 years ago, when I started training under Dylan Andrews

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
I enjoy wrestling because it is the hardest session of the week, but I also enjoy Saturday morning sparring

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My striking and movement

How would you describe your fighting style:
Elusive and unorthodox

What is your favourite sport and why:
Mixed Martial Arts – it teaches discipline, and once you’ve wrestled, everything else in life is easy

Who is your favourite athlete:
John Daly

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Nate Diaz

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Just to grow as a fighter and a coach

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A fun fight

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I believe it’s going to be a fan favourite of the night

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Thank you to my family, teammates and coaches for getting me where I am

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

Watch Daniel Matheson fight at Eternal MMA 98 on Saturday, September 13