Perci “No Mercy” Mo: Flyweight Violence, Obsession, and the Mindset Behind Eternal 102

Some podcast episodes are interviews. Others feel like a window straight into a fighter’s head a week out from war.

Ahead of Eternal MMA 102 on January 31, flyweight contender Perci “No Mercy” Mo sits down with Mitchell Tinley for one of the rawest, most honest conversations you’ll hear from an Australian MMA fighter — covering everything from weight cuts and submissions to ego, obsession, and why the flyweight division cops so much disrespect.

“I’m Not Worried About the Fight, I’m Worried About the Wake-Up”

With fight week approaching, Percy doesn’t sugarcoat the reality of camp. The hardest part isn’t the opponent, it’s the grind, the pain, and the final squeeze before the scales.

He breaks down:

• Why the second-last week of camp is the real “death week”
• How weight cuts mentally outweigh fight nerves
• Why once the carbs are back, it’s go time

A Submission Specialist Who’d Rather Knock You Out

Known for his highlight-reel grappling, Percy flips the script on how fans see him.

Yes, the submissions are vicious, but striking is where he has the most fun.

He talks about:

• Being obsessed with finishing, not positions
• Why submissions in fights feel different than training
• How mindset separates “same technique, different results”
• His obsession with footwork and the jab

The Flyweight Division Gets No Respect, And He’s Over It

Percy doesn’t hold back on the state of the Australian flyweight scene.

He calls out:

• Boring title fights
• “Point fighting” mentalities
• Champions playing it safe instead of making statements

And he makes it clear — the new wave of flyweights is kill-or-be-killed, and he plans to be at the front of it.

Renato Subotic, Loyalty, and the Cost of Being Different

One of the most powerful parts of the episode is Percy’s defence of his coach Renato Subotic.

He explains:

• Why he left his original gym despite winning
• What drew him to Renato’s system
• Why outside criticism doesn’t match the reality inside the gym
• How loyalty to a coach and team is non-negotiable

Fighting, Father Figures, and Finding Balance

Away from the cage, Percy works with kids with disabilities, a contrast that grounds him.

He speaks openly about:

• Channeling aggression instead of letting it destroy him
• How MMA likely saved him from a darker path
• Gratitude, humility, and how quickly it can all disappear

“I Want to Be Remembered as a Purist”

When asked how he wants to be remembered, Percy doesn’t hesitate.

Not hype. Not trash talk. Greatness through obsession.

A fighter who chased mastery, finished fights, and left a mark.

Watch the Full Podcast Episode

This episode is essential listening for MMA fans who want more than soundbites — it’s a deep dive into the mindset of a flyweight contender on the verge of something bigger.

Watch the full interview on YouTube and catch Percy Mo in action at Eternal MMA 102, January 31, as he takes on Michael Alsop with title contention firmly in sight.

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