Fighter details| Name | Clay Guida (Men) |
| Nickname | The Carpenter |
| Current streak (last 5) |
(Last fight 669 days ago) |
| Date of birth | Dec 8, 1981 (44 years old) |
| Weight class | Lightweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Fighter bioClay Guida – UFC Lightweight Ironman & Fan Favorite
Clay Guida is an American former professional mixed martial artist widely regarded as one of the most beloved and enduring competitors in UFC history. Born on December 8, 1981, in Round Lake, Illinois, Guida became synonymous with relentless pace, unmatched cardio, and an unmistakable energetic presence inside the Octagon.
MMA Career
Guida rose to prominence during the mid-2000s as part of the UFC’s lightweight division resurgence. Over the course of a long UFC career, he competed against multiple generations of elite fighters, remaining a consistent presence through changing eras of the sport.
His longevity and willingness to face top-level opposition made him one of the most active and reliable competitors in UFC lightweight history.
Fighting Style
Clay Guida was known for a high-energy, wrestling-heavy fighting style built around constant movement, takedowns, and pressure. He emphasized pace over power, overwhelming opponents through endurance, scrambling, and relentless engagement.
His cardio, toughness, and refusal to slow down defined his approach and made him a uniquely difficult opponent to prepare for.
Career Highlights
Guida’s career highlights include competing extensively in the UFC lightweight division, earning numerous Fight of the Night performances, and maintaining relevance across multiple eras of elite competition.
Legacy
Widely regarded as a UFC ironman and fan favorite, Clay Guida left a lasting legacy through his heart, durability, and passion for competition. His career embodies the spirit of perseverance and excitement that helped define the UFC’s lightweight division for over a decade.
Fights
39
Not all fights are added yet, but they’re coming as soon as possible. 61.9% of the fights were recovered.
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| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Alonzo Menifield Atomic | 19-6 |
| Abusupiyan Magomedov Abus | 29-7 |
| Christian Leroy Duncan | 15-2 |
| Alexandre Pantoja The Cannibal | 30-7 |
| Brendan Allen All In | 27-7 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Nattawut Somkhun Smokin' Jo | 72-11 |
| Akihiro Gono | 39-24 |
| Luis Rafael Laurentino Japa | 36-7 |
| Chris Mickle Mad Dog | 31-21 |
| Vladimir Egoyan | 25-8 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Brandon Vera The Truth | 16-10 |
| Clayton Carpenter | 8-3 |
| David Teymur | 8-2 |
| Rhys McKee Skeletor | 14-7 |
| Bernardo Sopai The Lion King | 13-3 |
| Qileng Aori Mongolian Murderer | 26-14 |
| Shavkat Rakhmonov Nomad | 19-0 |
| Randy Couture The Natural | 19-11 |
| Stefan Struve Skyscraper | 29-13 |
| Davey Grant Dangerous | 18-8 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Yves Edwards Thugjitsu Master | 42-22 |
| Jim Miller A-10 | 39-19 |
| Clay Guida The Carpenter | 38-25 |
| Charles Oliveira do Bronx | 37-11 |
| Bobby Green King | 36-17 |
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