N1 Hype Fighting Federation in New Zealand, Australia & Oceania

Australian and New Zealand’s combat sports industry has gotten very big in the past years with local gyms that are full of future fighters, fan attendance is high at all events, and the N1 Hype Fighting Championship creating success on a worldwide level. As we advance through the Oceanic region, it is expected that 2025 will be a breakthrough year.

The presentation of N1Hype is all about giving the public a taste of different fighting styles. With the inclusion of MMA, kickboxing, boxing, and jiu-jitsu, fans are assured of entertainment at every show. The company, in particular, is in the business of finding the best local fighters and giving them opportunities to win on the international stage.

Here, we go into our expansion story, describe the fighting sports of Oceania, provide a sneak peek of upcoming events, dissect the best players and outline the reason this particular promotion manifests as crucial in the fight game among the local communities.

N1Hype Origins and Vision

While founded in 2024 by the Australian sports media group Fanatics and noted martial arts icon from New Zealand, Dan Hooker, N1 Hype Federation is focused on being the primary combat sports promotion in the area. These matches see athletes competing in the fields of MMA, kickboxing, Muay Thai, and various other such sports.

Dan Hooker, the co-founder, is a representative of the UFC’s lightweight division. Still, he is determined to impart his fighting spirit to the younger generation of Auckland by opening a new career direction for them. He envisions N1 Hype as an intermediary between the grassroots fight communities and the young prospects who could use such a platform.

The N1 Hype online promotion sets itself apart through resistance super fights and vlogger collaborations with athletes, as well as the display of a wide range of combat sports styles. The unique mix of talents represents the fight culture of the entire Oceania region, which, unlike others, is very diverse in nature, and it is the special point of attraction.

Surging Interest in Combat Sports

Fight sports are booming in New Zealand thanks to world-class gyms, grassroots support, and growing talent pools:

City Kickboxing in Auckland has produced UFC champions (e.g., Israel Adesanya)
Government grants assist new MMA and boxing gyms
Youth combat sport participation is up over 28%
Australian Institute of Sport backs elite-level programs
New Zealand claimed 7 medals in boxing and wrestling at the 2024 Olympics

The craze extends beyond athletes to a surging fan base. Sold-out crowds at recent UFC Auckland and Supercars Erebus events prove demand is at an all-time high.

New Zealand Fight Culture

New Zealand holds a vibrant fight culture centred around MMA, kickboxing, and traditional boxing.

MMA

MMA dominates the Kiwi combat scene thanks to trailblazing gyms like City Kickboxing. Homegrown UFC talents include featherweight champ Alexander Volkanovski and middleweight legend Robert Whittaker. The N1Hype Organisation provides a new proving ground for prospects.

Kickboxing & Muay Thai

New Zealand has a deep kickboxing and Muay Thai heritage. Stars like Tyson Pedro and Shane Young transitioned these stand-up styles into the MMA cage.

Boxing

Kiwi boxing holds a rich Olympic history, with over 50 medals. Pros like Joseph Parker popularised the sweet science locally and abroad. We now bring boxing talent into crossover bouts with MMA fighters.

Oceania Events Gain Steam in 2025

As N1 Hype’s inaugural 2025 event series approaches, fight fans are buzzing across Australia and the Pacific Islands. Here’s what to expect:

In Sydney (March 14) – Inaugural PPV with a quintet Australian MMA battle
In Auckland (May 30) – Stacked matchup featuring Kiwi boxing and kickboxing talent
In Melbourne (August 22) – Spotlight on Brazilian jiu-jitsu and submission grappling
In Christchurch (November 4) – Finale showcasing top regional prospects

Tickets are selling fast for these events, which will also stream live on our official N1Hype online platform. Fans can score pre-sale codes by joining the promotion’s club.

N1Hype Talent Showcases & Cross-Promotions

A key driver behind N1 Hype is showcasing homegrown talent through collaboration:

Five fighters from Australia’s Nitro MMA inked promotional deals
N1 partnered with City Kickboxing for a branded apparel line
Robert Whittaker will provide MMA seminars at N1Hype events
Australian YouTube crew House of Highlights promoting events

These deals spotlight Oceania’s deep fighting talent pool. They also help stars like Tai Tuivasa expand their personal brands alongside our program.

Predictions and Analysis

Combat sports analysts predict several pivotal bouts as N1 Hype kicks off its inaugural event series. Here is an in-depth preview of must-see fights:

Event	Matchup	Odds	Analysis
In Sydney	Mohammed “The Lion” Usman vs Rob “Ruthless” Hill	Usman (-150)	Rising 21-year-old Usman takes a big step up against seasoned Muay Thai striker Hill. Usman must avoid Hill’s dangerous knees in the clinch.
In Auckland	Uriah “The Technician” TeMoana vs Billy “The Brawler” Woods	Woods (-110)	TeMoana’s kickboxing pedigree faces a test against Australian boxing champion Woods. His variety of kicks are key to upsetting Woods.
In Melbourne	Sia “The Silencer” Soliola vs Emma “The Empress” Fitzsimmons	Pick ’em	A contrast of styles with wrestler Soliola against BJJ expert Fitzsimmons. Fitness could determine whether Soliola can avoid submissions.

Additional key stats:

Usman: 5-0 MMA record, 100% finish rate
Hill: 12-4 record, 8 KO wins
TeMoana: 32-5 kickboxing record, 18 wins by KO
Woods: 15-1 boxing record, Pacific Circuit champ

These fights feature rising talents taking on established veterans. The N1 Hype Federation matchmakers have put together intriguing stylistic matchups, giving prospects major opportunities to shine.

N1 Hype Boosting Oceania’s Fight Community

The N1 Hype Fighting Championship matters because it shines a spotlight on local fight talent instead of relying solely on foreign stars. Fans finally have a dedicated platform to showcase their regional pride. We also engage next-gen youth like no other promotion before it. By partnering with vloggers and leveraging fight culture trends, your goal is to attract teenage fans. This expands Oceania’s total fight fan base.

For athletes, N1Hype provides game-changing exposure outside of traditional leagues. Fighters can now stay home with big opportunities instead of chasing foreign contracts.

The promotion ultimately gives New Zealand and Pacific athletes more control in shaping combat sports’ future, both locally and abroad.

New Zealand’s Time to Shine

As the opening N1 Hype event nears, a perfect storm of world-class gyms, grassroots support, and emerging young talent has positioned Australia and New Zealand to become global fight leaders. We offer the talent platform these fighters deserve. Top prospects will soon become stars. Now fans worldwide must pay attention.

2025 marks the rise of Oceania combat sports. The action starts when the N1 Hype Organisation takes centre stage across New Zealand this year!