Know Your Fighter: Gus Muirhead

Full Name:
Gus Muirhead

Age:
25

Where were you born:
Port Augusta

Where do you live:
Gold Coast

Which gym do you train out of:
Shindo MMA

Who are your coaches:
Kerry Dunne

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

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Swimming, rugby, and BMX

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
At the beginning of 2024 I began training MMA and knew from very early on I wanted to pursue this.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Saturday morning fight training. It’s always a hard session, but I leave on a high feeling like I’ve started the weekend right.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My persistence and dog mentality. I want to win and I’ll never give up until the last bell has rung.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Forward pressure and blitz striking combined with strong wrestling.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — it’s raw and real. No other sport gives the same feeling as stepping into the cage.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Mike Tyson

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
GSP and Volk

What are your immediate and long term goals:
To secure a fast victory on Eternal 98 and return to fight again ASAP. Make my way through the rankings and eventually to the Eternal belt.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A fight full of mayhem showcasing all areas of MMA.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
A fast finish by any means necessary.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Strap in and get ready for a show.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find your socials:
Instagram: @Gus.Muirhead
TikTok: @gustrainsmma

Watch Gus Muirhead fight at Eternal MMA 98 on Saturday, September 13