Know Your Fighter: Dylan Leonard

Full Name:
Dylan Leonard

Age:
22

Where were you born:
Australia

Where do you live:
Joondalup

Which gym do you train out of:
Wolves Den

Who are your coaches:
Steve Walton

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
White belt

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:
Started boxing at 16 but started training MMA seriously around 19.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Probably sparring because it’s fun.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I never miss a session.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Violent and aggressive.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA. Most other sports are boring.

Who is your favourite athlete:
That’s a tough one—probably Volk.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Volk or Dustin Poirier.

What are your immediate and long term goals:
Win my fight on June 28 by finish, and keep going from there.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Action and damage.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I see myself winning by knockout in the first round.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Come down and show your support. It’s always a good show.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you on socials:
Instagram: @dylan__leonard1

Watch Dylan Leonard fight at Eternal MMA 97 on Saturday, June 28.