Know Your Fighter: Shai Krimotat

Full Name:
Shai Krimotat

Age:
23

Where were you born:
Sydney, Australia

Where do you live:
Sydney, Australia

Which gym do you train out of:
Igor MMA

Who are your coaches:
Igor Breakenback, Josh Culibao

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

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Played soccer for most of youth before switching to MMA

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
As soon as I walked into the gym — I haven’t looked back since

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Sparring, because it’s when I get to really test everything I’ve been working on

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
Adaptability — being able to mix it up and adjust to opponents to come out with the win

How would you describe your fighting style:
Measured

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — since starting, it’s the only sport I consistently consume weekly. Easy to appreciate from techniques to storylines to the mental battles.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Alexander Volkanovski

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Stay present and focus on where I’m at right now — good things will follow

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Entertaining yet technical fights

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
A competitive back-and-forth fight where ultimately I get my hand raised

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Appreciate all the support — wouldn’t be where I’m at without the circle I have surrounding me

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @shaikrimotat1
TikTok: @shaikrimotat

Watch Shai Krimotat fight at Eternal MMA 99 on Saturday, October 11.