By Slap News | April 2025
For over a year, Meleke Williams has been tagging Slap News, calling his shot and manifesting the moment he’s living right now—standing tall at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, finally getting his shot to earn a contract through the first-ever Power Slap Combine.
“I’ve been waiting for this. This sport should’ve existed years ago,” Williams said. “But I’m here now. I’m ready to take over.”
Representing Polynesia With Pride
Nicknamed “The Samoan Slayer,” Meleke isn’t just fighting for himself—he’s fighting for his heritage.
“We are warriors. That mana, that Polynesian power, it’s in our blood. This is our sport,” he declared.
Meleke made it clear that slapping—not just fighting—is part of the Polynesian way. From barroom dust-ups to family discipline, the power of the open hand has long been a cultural staple.
“Sometimes, we didn’t want to slap. But we had to. That’s how it is where I come from.”
Built Different: Chin, Power, and Passion
At nearly 37 years old, Meleke is a proud underdog. But don’t mistake that for weakness.
“I feel like 185 even though I just weighed in at 149,” he said with a grin. “I ain’t weak. I’m strong, and I’m ready. My chin? Steel. I’ll take yours, and give it right back harder.”
Though listed in the welterweight division, he came into the combine lean, walking in under 150 pounds.
“It doesn’t matter what I weigh. I got that strike, and I got that chin. It’s all in the jawline, baby.”
No Apologies, No Filters, No Backing Down
Williams didn’t mince words when comparing Power Slap to other slap leagues.
“This sport? Power Slap? It’s the real deal. All that other stuff? Nah. I don’t fight under anything that ain’t Dana White. This is where it’s at.”
His respect runs deep for Erica, Frank, the coaches, and Dana—and his gratitude is palpable. But when it’s time to compete, the humility turns to hunger.
“I’m not here to play. I’m here to demolish my division. The underdog’s coming.”
Learning From the Best – But Hungry to Be Next
Training under champions like Robert Trujillo, Anthony “Babyface” Blackburn, and Wolverine, Meleke soaked up the technique—but stayed focused on one thing: execution.
“They can show us how to slap. They can teach us the stance. But when the time comes? It’s on us. It’s a striker’s sport. It’s about heart.”
His Message Is Loud and Clear
“You can hit the cube all day. But can you eat a real slap? Can you stand there and say, ‘Give me your best shot’—and then smile?”
Williams’ mission is as clear as it is powerful: bring Island pride to the main stage, and show the world that Polynesian warriors were made for this.
What’s Next for The Samoan Slayer?
If Erica and the Power Slap brass are watching—and they certainly are—Meleke Williams made his case. A dominant chin. A heavy right. And the mindset of a man who’s been ready for this sport his entire life.
“Give me the shot. Let me prove what I already know—I belong.”
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