Full Name:
Shane “Showtime” Parker

Age:
37

Where were you born:
Kerang, Victoria

Where do you live:
Mt Druitt

Which gym do you train out of:
Rival Gym Castle Hill

Who are your coaches:
Carl Wang, Tyrell Narvarro, Parviz Lalehzari

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Purple Belt BJJ, Black Belt in “punching on.”

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Started wrestling 27 years ago, when I was 9 years old.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
Back in 2012.

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

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My “don’t give a fuck” attitude and my wrestling.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Technical brawler.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — because I like to punch on.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Jack Della Maddalena — he’s a complete athlete with great boxing.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Jack Della Maddalena — same reason, he’s complete with elite boxing.

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
To get that Flyweight title fight.

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

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
First- or second-round KO win.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Stay tuned — and don’t blink.

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

Watch Shane “Showtime” Parker fight at Eternal MMA 100 on Friday, November 15.