Full Name:
Paiariki Cook
Age:
24
Where were you born:
Christchurch
Where do you live:
Byron bay
Which gym do you train out of:
Byron Muay Thai- The Academy – CMBT
Who are your coaches:
Jared Flick Brentin Mumford Josh Schofield
What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Purple belt in Brazilian JuJitsu
What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Professional skateboarder Triathlete
When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
When I started to keep up with Oden in boxing Thalison soares in BJJ And Reece lighting in MMA sparring rounds
Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Sparring Reece on a Saturday, no opponent will make me feel that uncomfortable, comfortable in the uncomfortable
What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I will never give up, ever.
How would you describe your fighting style:
I’m ready to go anywhere
What is your favourite sport and why:
Anything that brings in chaos, that’s the only time I can find any sort of peace
Who is your favourite athlete:
Brad riddle
Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Brad riddle
What are your immediate and long term goals:
Perform how I know I can perform – do well in this bout
When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A lot of noise from the crowd – and I fight not to be missed
How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I go for the kill 3rd round
A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
These fight camps always bring everyone together, now all that is left is to get that win for us
Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you socials:
Insta – ridetheredhorse2.0
Watch Paiariki Cook fight at Eternal MMA 90 on Friday, November 29.
