| Name | Gary Goodridge |
| Nickname | Big Daddy |
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| Date of birth | Jan 17, 1966 (60 years old) |
| Weight class | Heavyweight |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Gary Goodridge – General Profile
Gary Goodridge is a Canadian former professional mixed martial artist and kickboxer who competed internationally across major organizations including the UFC and PRIDE. Born on January 17, 1966, in Trinidad and Tobago, and later based in Canada, Goodridge became widely known for his explosive power and highlight-reel knockouts.
MMA Career
Goodridge began his professional MMA career in the late 1990s and quickly gained attention through his appearances in the UFC, where he established himself as an aggressive heavyweight competitor. He later became a regular presence in PRIDE Fighting Championships, facing many of the top heavyweights of his era.
Over the course of his career, Goodridge competed across multiple promotions worldwide, building a reputation as a dangerous striker and a durable veteran of high-level competition.
Fighting Style
Gary Goodridge was best known for a power-based fighting style, relying on explosive striking and physical strength. He favored aggressive exchanges and was particularly recognized for his knockout ability, while also incorporating grappling when opportunities presented themselves.
His intensity and willingness to engage made him a memorable figure in heavyweight MMA.
Career Highlights
Goodridge’s career highlights include competing in both the UFC and PRIDE, earning multiple knockout victories, and remaining a recognizable name from MMA’s early international era. He is often remembered for his impact during the formative years of heavyweight mixed martial arts.
| Fighter | Event | Method | Extra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Achmed Labasanov |
Pride 21 |
S-DEC | |
| Yoshiaki Yatsu |
Pride 16 |
KO/TKO | |
| Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira |
Pride 15 |
SUB Triangle Choke · R1 · 2:37 |
|
| Valentijn Overeem |
Pride 14 |
KO/TKO Knee · R1 · 2:39 |
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| Yoshiaki Yatsu |
Pride 11 |
KO/TKO Punches · R1 · 8:58 |
|
| Gilbert Yvel |
Pride 10 |
KO/TKO Kick · R1 · 0:28 |
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| Ricco Rodriguez |
Pride 9 |
U-DEC | |
| Igor Vovchanchyn |
Pride Grand Prix 2000 Finals |
KO/TKO Punch · R1 · 10:14 |
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| Osamu Kawahara |
Pride Grand Prix 2000 Opening Round |
SUB Forearm Choke · R1 · 0:51 |
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| Tom Erikson |
Pride 8 |
U-DEC | |
| Naoya Ogawa |
Pride 6 |
SUB Keylock · R2 · 0:36 |
|
| Igor Vovchanchyn |
Pride 4 |
KO/TKO Punches · R1 · 5:58 |
|
| Amir Rahnavardi |
Pride 3 |
KO/TKO Punches · R1 · 7:22 |
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| Marco Ruas |
Pride 2 |
SUB Ankle Lock · R1 · 9:09 |
|
| Oleg Taktarov |
Pride 1 |
KO/TKO Punch · R1 · 4:57 |
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| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Dan Hooker The Hangman | 24-14 |
| Chris Weidman The All-American | 16-8 |
| Cub Swanson Killer | 30-14 |
| Cody Stamann The Spartan | 21-8 |
| Eddie Alvarez The Underground King | 30-8 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Masakazu Imanari Ashikan Judan | 40-22 |
| Charles Andrade Gracie | 34-42 |
| Matt Horwich Suave | 30-25 |
| Zhikang Zhao | 29-8 |
| Islam Mamedov | 23-3 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Luana Santos | 10-2 |
| Sean O'Malley Suga | 19-3 |
| Frank Shamrock The Legend | 23-10 |
| Henry Cejudo The Messenger | 16-6 |
| Ramon Taveras The Savage | 10-4 |
| Amanda Lemos Amandinha | 15-5 |
| Shavkat Rakhmonov Nomad | 19-0 |
| Khamzat Chimaev Borz | 15-0 |
| Morgan Charriere The Last Pirate | 21-12 |
| Ramazonbek Temirov Temurlan | 19-3 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem The Demolition Man | 47-19 |
| Alexander Volkov Drago | 39-11 |
| Ben Rothwell | 39-14 |
| Josh Barnett The Warmaster | 35-8 |
| Andrei Arlovski The Pit Bull | 34-24 |