Full Name:

Emil Jeries

Age:

27

Where were you born:

Sydney, Australia

Where do you live:

Sydney

Which gym do you train out of:

Origin MMA

Who are your coaches:

Nurbolat Kuandyk Philip Kim Rodney Williams

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

Purple Belt BJJ

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:

I grew up doing athletics. Moved to soccer then eventually found MMA

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:

I started MMA in 2016, trained for a year or so then i had 4 years away as i went to university and worked full time in construction management. I’ve been on and off since then. But recently i have quit my job and am focusing on training and competing full time.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:

Sparring days of course. Nothing compares to having an all out war with a juiced 40 year old accountant who just lost his kids/house in a divorce settlement every Tuesday night

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:

I can find a finish no matter the position

How would you describe your fighting style:

All rounder

What is your favourite sport and why:

MMA – i find every other sport boring and ghey

Who is your favourite athlete:

Jon Jones

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:

Jon Jones

What are your immediate and long term goals:

I want to be active, 3-5 fights this year and eventually make the big leagues by the end of the year / early next.

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

Just a kid whos down for a scrap

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:

Christian is a great striker, fun to watch too. Honestly I don’t like to predict results of fights but I know for sure I will hit him harder than anyone he has faced before and I’m capable of mixing it up and confident wherever the fight goes.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:

Enjoy the show

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

Follow me on Instagram – emiljeries