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Known as Coach Macho, Andrew Machin is one of the pioneering MMA fighters in Oceania, playing a key role in the sport's development across the region. With a professional record of 8-7-1, he achieved 75% of his victories by stoppage. Coach Macho has competed against fighters who later became champions and fought internationally, including in the UFC and One FC. Over his career, he contended for three professional titles, winning one, and was ranked among the top five heavyweights in Oceania at various points.

A first-degree BJJ black belt, Coach Macho has trained and cornered numerous fighters, some of whom have gone on to win titles and compete on the international stage. In 2023, he helped coach the Tongan MMA team at the GAMMA World Championships in Bangkok, where the team achieved both gold and silver medals.

Beyond his accomplishments in fighting and coaching, Coach Macho is a dedicated family man, AFL veteran, proud supporter of the Canberra Raiders, and the ultimate king of dad jokes.