The Australian MMA Podcast
by Australian MMA Productions
Australian MMA is your home for everything Aussie mixed martial arts. We are an Australian-based MMA media outlet dedicated to covering Australian fighters wherever they are in the world. From the UFC to local promotions, we showcase Aussie talent, tell their stories, and celebrate the growth of MMA in Australia.Follow us for exclusive interviews, fight highlights, breaking news, and behind the scenes insights into Australia’s rising MMA scene.
Episodes
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Why Ash Bristow Accepted the Jesse James Parr Fight
Ash Bristow, a 20-year-old amateur fighter training at Chincogan Peak Martial Arts, joins the Australian MMA Podcast ahead of his Eternal 112 matchup with Jesse James Parr. Bristow explains why he sees the fight as a chance to learn and improve, rather than focus on the hype around it. He also...
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Rehaan Lulla on the Jesse Swain Upset and What Comes Next
Hong Kong fighter Rehaan Lulla joins Australian MMA after his short-notice, 31-second guillotine win over Jesse Swain at Eternal MMA in Perth. He explains how the fight came together, how Swain’s envelope prediction affected him, and why he holds no personal grudge after the bout. Lulla also...
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Baz Demirel: Fatherhood, Full-Time Work and the Ayden Todoroff Win at Eternal 111
Baz Demirel joins Australian MMA after his professional win over Todoroff. He discusses the fight, the plan that led to the finish, and his hopes of competing at a Sydney event in February. Demirel also talks about raising two young boys while working full time in airport cargo and training at...
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Why Miles Muecke Is Making His Pro MMA Debut at 36
Miles Muecke, head coach at CMBT Training Centre, joins the Australian MMA podcast ahead of his professional debut at Eternal MMA 112. At 36, after years in martial arts and coaching, he explains why he decided to step into the cage himself, including the personal impact of supporting his wife...
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Ted Hanlon on Veterans MMA: Free Training and Brotherhood After Service
Ted from Veterans MMA joins Australian MMA to discuss the Sunshine Coast initiative offering free MMA sessions to veterans. He explains why connection can be lost after leaving the service, and how training, time with other veterans or simply sharing a coffee can provide a place to belong. Ted…
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Melbourne’s UFC Bid, Weekend Wins w/ Oli Schmid & Nina Milosevic & Eternal 112 Ahead | AUS MMA News
This host-led Australian MMA roundup recaps recent wins for Oli Schmid and Nina Milosevic, discusses Chelsea Hackett’s release, and covers the Victorian Liberals’ pledge to attract the UFC to Melbourne. It also includes an update on David Martinez’s PFL Dubai bout.The episode looks ahead to...
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Jesse Swain on His Eternal 111 Loss, Confidence and Comeback
Jesse Swain joins Australian MMA after his loss at Eternal MMA 111 to Rehaan Lulla in 31 seconds. He discusses the shock of the defeat, the confidence he carried into the bout and how he is handling the reaction. Swain explains where he believes he went wrong, including underestimating his…
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Zane Martin: Why He’s Not Rushing to the UFC After His Pro Debut
Twenty-year-old Zane Martin joins the Australian MMA Podcast after his professional debut win over Jesse Ukich at Eternal MMA 111 in Perth. The performance drew praise from Alexander Volkanovski, but Martin says he wants more experience and stronger wins before thinking he’s ready for the UFC....
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31 Second Loss! Tom Nolan's Win | Eternal 111, Beatdown 15 & UFC Sydney News | AUS MMA News
LWT 31 recaps a packed weekend in Australian MMA. The host covers Tom Nolan’s third-round TKO of Renato Moicano, title fights at Beatdown 15 and Eternal MMA 111, and Jesse Swain’s 31-second submission loss. The episode also discusses Zane Martin’s kimura win and other regional results. Looking...
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Jake Piper on Ben Watson: “I’m going to keep walking forward”
Jake Piper joins Australian MMA ahead of his October 30 fight with Ben Watson for the Beatdown Promotions bantamweight championship. The bout is set for Eatons Hill Hotel and will be shown on DAZN. Piper talks about fitting training around work and fatherhood, his loss to Chris Stojanovski and…
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Kevin Kophamel on defending his title, Tasar Malone and the UFC
Eternal MMA featherweight champion Kevin Kophamel joins the Australian MMA podcast ahead of his title defence against Tasar Malone at Eternal MMA 111 in Perth on 31 October. He discusses what it means to be champion, handling the attention that comes with the belt and the respect he has for his...
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Alfred Stoddart on Jack James and his ‘Breaker’ fight mindset
Alfred Stoddart joins the Australian MMA Podcast ahead of his October 30 Beatdown Promotions title fight with Jack James. He discusses what he expects from the matchup and gives his prediction for how it could unfold. Stoddart also explains the “Breaker” mindset he says helps him stop…
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Volkanovski’s UFC 333 Win and Thicknesse’s Upset & Tom Nolan Up Next | AUS MMA News
This host-led roundup looks back at a big weekend for Australian MMA, including Alex Volkanovski’s UFC 333 win, Colby Thicknesse’s split-decision victory and other Australian results. It also covers the host’s reaction to the performances and what they could mean for the fighters. The episode…
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Alex Polizzi on Facing Darcy Vendy and the Mental Side of MMA
American MMA fighter Alex Polizzi joins the show ahead of his trip to Australia to face Darcy Vendy at Beatdown on October 30. Polizzi trains at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas and discusses how his wrestling background led him into MMA. He also talks about preparing for Vendy, managing fear and...
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Jack James on Alfred Stoddart, His Hex Title, and Beatdown Promotions 15 Prediction
Jack James, known as “Bricktop”, joins Australian MMA after his August win over Emrehan Hekimoglu earned him the interim Hex Fight Series welterweight title. He’s now preparing to defend his Beatdown welterweight belt against Alfred Stoddart on October 30. James revisits the straight ankle lock…
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Duval Pierre on His MMA Journey, Social Media and Eternal 111
UK fighter Duval Pierre joins us ahead of his bout with Lawrence Whitesmith at Eternal 111 on 31 October. Now based in Phuket, Pierre talks about his route into MMA, from cricket and boxing to Muay Thai and training overseas. He also explains how he built his social media presence and began…
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Volkanovski vs Evloev, Junior Tafa vs Pasley & another $1,000 Fight Offer | AUS MMA NEWS
Mitchell Tinley hosts this edition of Last Week Today, running through recent Australian MMA results and announcements. It covers Chelsea Hackett’s unanimous decision loss to Paulina Wisniewski at PFL Chicago, Kyle Mayocchi’s scheduled Shooto 19 bout against Hikaru Yashiro in Japan, the recording...
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$10,000 Win, Jesse Swain’s $2K Bounty, UFC BJJ, Chelsea Hackett & ChrisHemsworth| AUS MMA NEWS
This week’s Australian MMA update covers Josh’s $10,000 win in a last-man-standing event, results from Element Fight Night 8, and Adele Fornarino’s UFC BJJ title bout. The episode also looks at Miles Muecke possible move into MMA competition and Jesse Swain’s new opponent for Eternal 111 after…
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Adele Fornarino on Making Jiu-Jitsu Safer for Women
Adele Fornarino is an Australian jiu-jitsu athlete competing with UFC BJJ. In this interview, she talks about the opportunities and consistency she sees in competing with the organisation, and what life is like training at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas. A major part of the…
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UFC Sydney, BKFC Australia , UFC Doha | Plus Eternal MMA & Beatdown Matchups | AUS MMA news
A packed week of MMA news, from BKFC Australia’s recent event to the return of UFC Sydney. This Australian MMA roundup covers the results and standout moments from BKFC, plus the announced UFC Sydney date and matchups discussed for UFC Qatar/Doha. The episode also looks at Kim Tran’s upcoming...
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$2K Bounty, Josh Kuhne on Bare Knuckle, Jesse Swain, IBC, and UFC News | AUS MMA NEWS
Mitch Tinley runs through the latest Australian and New Zealand MMA news, including results from Canada, Japan and Thailand, newly announced UFC fights, and upcoming local events. This week’s round-up covers Josh McCulloch’s MMA debut win, Sarmad Jahanara’s ONE Friday Fights bout, Jacob Malkoun…
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UFC Sydney Returns in February: Who Could Make the Card?
The UFC is returning to Sydney on 7 February 2027 for a Fight Night event, the first UFC Fight Night in the city since 2017. In this Australian MMA update, we look at what the announcement means and which local fighters could feature. We discuss possible names including Quillan Salkilld, Robert...
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Casey O’Neill Shines, Tai Tuivasa’s Future, Local Fights Recap & Big Fights Ahead | AUS MMA NEWS
This week’s Australian MMA roundup looks at Casey O’Neill’s impressive first-round helicopter armbar submission at UFC 331, as well as Tai Tuivasa’s split-decision loss and what could be next for the popular heavyweight. The episode also covers results from Domination MMA, Melbourne Fight Series...
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Australian in Canada: Josh McCulloch Begins His MMA Journey
Josh McCulloch joins the Australian MMA podcast ahead of his professional MMA debut at Fight League Atlantic in Canada. Originally from Tamworth, New South Wales, McCulloch has transitioned from an accomplished Muay Thai career into mixed martial arts and is now building his career in North...
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Rahiki vs McMillen, Eternal 110, Tom Nolan & BKFC Australia | AUS MMA
This week’s Australian MMA roundup covers the major results from Eternal MMA 110, including Albert Tu’ua’s impressive MMA debut, Jesse James Parr’s continued rise and Marwan Rahiki’s closely contested UFC bout with Tommy McMillen. The episode also looks ahead to upcoming Australian events,...
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Eternal MMA 110: Reviewing the Wild Main Card | Matty ‘Bones’ Williams
Matty “Bones” Williams joins Australian MMA to review a huge weekend for the local scene, including Eternal MMA 110 and Tommy McMillen’s UFC win over Marwan Rahiki. Williams breaks down the rise of young amateurs Jesse James Parr and Ash Bristow, Robin O’Neill’s loss to Yasmin Knight, the...
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David Feldman on BKFC’s Australian Expansion and Bare-Knuckle’s Next Era
BKFC founder and president David Feldman joins Australian MMA ahead of the promotion’s upcoming Australian event at Eatons Hill Hotel in Queensland. Feldman discusses BKFC’s growth, the challenges of gaining government approval and why he believes Australia could become one of the promotion’s...
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Max Kruger on Logan Miller Rematch, MMA and Life as a Creator
Max Kruger joins Australian MMA ahead of his rematch with Logan Miller at Eternal 110 on September 12 on the Gold Coast. The amateur fighter discusses returning to competition after their first bout fell through, his preparation in Bali and the improvements he has made since his last fight.…
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Jesse James Parr on MMA Hype, Pressure and His Rise After a 33-Second Debut & Eternal 110
Jesse James Parr joins Australian MMA ahead of his second amateur fight at Eternal MMA 110 on September 12. The highly touted prospect was originally scheduled to face Ash Bristow, but will now meet Jayden La petit after Bristow withdrew with an injury. Parr discusses the hype surrounding his MMA...
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Dan Hooker's Performance, Marwan Rahiki vs Tommy McMillen and Eternal 110 Preview | AUS MMA NEWS
This week’s Australian MMA roundup looks ahead to a packed weekend of fights, led by Marwan Rahiki’s undefeated UFC Noche clash with Tommy McMillen. The episode also previews Eternal MMA 110, including Darwin Sagurit versus Albert Tu’ua and several key domestic matchups. The latest news also...
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Albert Tu'ua on Moving from Muay Thai to MMA, Grappling and His UFC Goal
Albert Tu'ua joins the Australian MMA Podcast ahead of his professional MMA debut against Darwin Sagurit at Eternal MMA 110 on September 12. A highly accomplished Muay Thai fighter, Tu'ua discusses why he decided to pursue MMA and what it has been like learning grappling and wrestling after...
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Huge Australian MMA Weekend: Hex 39, Road to UFC & UFC Shanghai Recap | AUS MMA NEWS
EDITE: Ben Watson is coming off a victory on Beatdown Promotions against Tetsuo Nakanishi. Appologies to Mr. Watson and that's why it was confusing he got a title shot coming off a loss. Because he didn't... It was a massive weekend for Australian and New Zealand MMA, with major results across…
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Jack Jenkins on Sean Woodson Loss, UFC Future and Bouncing Back
Jack Jenkins joins the Australian MMA Podcast shortly after his closely contested split-decision loss to Sean Woodson. The UFC fighter gives his honest assessment of the fight, including what he felt went well, where he could have made different decisions and how he dealt with the result...
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Joseph Larcinese Targets a Finish in His Road to UFC Semi-Final
Australian flyweight Joseph Larcinese joins Australian MMA ahead of his Road to UFC semi-final against Takaya Suzuki. With a place in the tournament final at stake, Larcinese explains why this camp has been completely different from the injury-plagued preparation behind his previous…
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Eternal 109 Fallout, City Kickboxing Moves & UFC Shanghai Preview | AUSTRALIAN MMA NEWS
Mitchell Tinley runs through the latest Australian MMA results and news following a busy weekend at home and overseas. The episode covers James Vake’s defeat at PFL Tampa, Paddy Hill’s appearance at ONE Friday Fights and the major results from Eternal MMA 109, including Sam Marles claiming the...
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Eternal MMA 109: Marles vs Filimoehala Scored Round by Round | Matty 'Bones' Williams
Matt Williams, Eternal MMA commentator, coach and qualified MMA judge, joins Mitch Tinley to review Eternal MMA 109 following the promotion’s latest event in Geelong. The conversation centres on Sam Marles’ close title victory over Loni Filimoehala, with Williams explaining how he scored each…
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From Fighter to Commentator: Matt Williams Breaks Down Eternal MMA 109
Eternal MMA commentator, coach and former fighter Matt 'Bones' Williams joins Australian MMA ahead of Eternal MMA 109 in Geelong. He explains how a missing commentator at a local Muay Thai show unexpectedly put him behind the microphone, reflects on fighting Josh Della Maddalena, and discusses…
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Volkanovski vs Evloev, Two Aussie Fights Off | Australian MMA News
Alexander Volkanovski’s next title defence against Movsar Evloev leads this Australian MMA news roundup. We also cover Quillan Salkilld’s rise in the rankings and his continued interest in a fight with Paddy Pimblett. Elsewhere, Jesse James Parr and Ash Bristow prepare to meet at Eternal MMA 110,...
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Quillan Salkilld’s Rocket-Ship Rise | Australian MMA News
Quillan Salkilld’s rapid rise takes centre stage in this edition of the Australian MMA Podcast. Mitch breaks down Salkilld’s victory over Mateusz Gamrot, his willingness to meet opponents in their strongest area and how his only professional loss helped shape the fighter he has become.The episode...
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Eternal MMA 108 Results, Navajo Stirling & Sean Gauci | Australian MMA News
This week on Australian MMA News: Last Week Today, host Mitch Tinley breaks down the results and major talking points from Eternal MMA 108 on the Gold Coast. The recap covers Jesse-James Parr’s 33-second armbar in his MMA debut, Christian Lapham’s first-round main-event finish and performances…
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Aussies Go 0–3 Abroad in the UFC, PFL & UAE + Eternal 108 Preview | Australian MMA News
Episode 17 of Last Week Today reviews a difficult week for Australian fighters overseas, with Reece McLaren, Tyson Pedro and Steve Erceg all suffering first-round stoppage losses. Attention then turns to Sean Gauci’s PFL New York appearance, Navajo Stirling stepping in against Jan Błachowicz and...
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Steve Erceg on Ramazan Temirov, UFC Rankings and His Flyweight Future
Former UFC flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg joins the Australian MMA Podcast ahead of his fight against Ramazan Temirov. Erceg discusses the matchup, Temirov’s unexpected preference for striking, the pressure that comes with fighting a lower-ranked opponent and the mindset he is taking into...
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Navajo Stirling vs Jan Błachowicz, McLaren Title Shot & Erceg Returns | Australian MMA News
n this edition of Last Week Today, Australian MMA’s Mitch Tinley breaks down a major run of upcoming fights led by Navajo Stirling’s quick turnaround against former UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Błachowicz. He also previews Reece McLaren challenging Asaf Chopurov for the UAE Warriors...
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Australian MMA News: Israel Adesanya Leaves CKB, Whittaker Wins & Jesse James Parr’s MMA Return
Australian MMA’s Last Week Today returns with the biggest news, results, rumours and talking points from across Australian and New Zealand combat sports.This week, we discuss Israel Adesanya’s departure from City Kickboxing, Robert Whittaker’s latest victory and what could come next, and Jesse...
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Jesse James Parr: Carrying the Gunslinger Legacy Into MMA
Jesse James Parr is preparing to carry one of Australian combat sports’ most famous names into mixed martial arts. The son of ten-time Muay Thai world champion John Wayne Parr will make his amateur MMA debut against Lakota Daniel at Eternal MMA 108 on August 1. Jesse opens up about growing up...
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Robert Whittaker: “I Don’t Want to Fight for Too Much Longer” | UFC 329 Interview
Robert Whittaker joins Australian MMA from Las Vegas ahead of his move to light heavyweight. The former UFC middleweight champion opens up about why life is better at his new weight, bringing his family along for fight week, training at City Kickboxing and why he does not want to fight for too…
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Australian MMA News: Harry Webb’s Emotional Update, Salkilld vs Gamrot & Beatdown 14 Review
This week on Last Week Today, we cover the biggest stories from across Australian MMA. Harry Webb has opened up after nearly two years away from the sport, sharing the devastating health battle that changed his life just as the UFC appeared to be within reach. We also break down Quillan…
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Undefeated Toby Tsang Eyes Beatdown Gold | Title Fight Interview
George Fitton sits down with undefeated Australian light heavyweight Toby Tsang ahead of his Beatdown light heavyweight title fight against Massive Machine in Brisbane.Tsang opens up about the pressure of staying undefeated, preparing for his first five-round fight, balancing MMA with modelling,...
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Nate Law Talks Max Kelly, Fatherhood & Chasing Performance of the Year
Nate Law joins the Australian MMA Podcast ahead of his Beatdown Promotions 14 clash with Max “Mad Max” Kelly. In this episode, Nate opens up about bouncing back from his Fight of the Year loss, getting back in the win column at JC MMA in China, watching his coach Ben Johnston make the walk to the...
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Australian MMA News: Kaan Ofli Wins, Rob Wilkinson, Eternal Fights Announcements & Beatdown 14 Preview
This week on Australian MMA Last Week Today, we recap the latest local MMA results, including amateur action from Showdown and Wollongong Wars, plus big upcoming matchups featuring Tasar Malone, Justin Van Heerden, Christian Lapham, Luke Stockman and Hex Fight Series 39.We also look at Kaan…
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Australian MMA is your home for everything Aussie mixed martial arts. We are an Australian-based MMA media outlet dedicated to covering Australian fighters wherever they are in the world. From the UFC to local promotions, we showcase Aussie talent, tell their stories, and celebrate the growth of MMA in Australia.Follow us for exclusive interviews, fight highlights, breaking news, and behind the scenes insights into Australia’s rising MMA scene.
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