| Name | Clay Guida (Men) |
| Nickname | The Carpenter |
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| Date of birth | Dec 8, 1981 (44 years old) |
| Weight class | Lightweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Clay 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.
Not all fights are added yet, but they’re coming as soon as possible. 61.9% of the fights were recovered.
Last update : 2026-02-15 21:11:29
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Gregory Rodrigues RoboCop | 19-6 |
| Travis Fulton The Ironman | 255-54 |
| Brandon Moreno The Assassin Baby | 23-10 |
| Cody Garbrandt No Love | 15-7 |
| Curtis Blaydes Razor | 19-5 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Chael Sonnen | 31-17 |
| Kazunori Yokota | 25-9 |
| Raymond Jarman | 20-39 |
| Franklin Jensen | 18-5 |
| Travis Reddinger The Hurricane | 18-5 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Frankie Edgar The Answer | 24-11 |
| Quang Le Bang | 9-3 |
| Carlston Harris Mocambique | 19-7 |
| Bas Rutten El Guapo | 28-4 |
| Robert Bryczek | 18-6 |
| Khamzat Chimaev Borz | 15-0 |
| Petr Yan No Mercy | 20-5 |
| Christos Giagos The Spartan | 20-12 |
| Josh Emmett | 19-7 |
| Gregory Rodrigues RoboCop | 19-6 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Yves Edwards Thugjitsu Master | 42-22 |
| Clay Guida The Carpenter | 38-25 |
| Jim Miller A-10 | 38-19 |
| Charles Oliveira do Bronx | 37-11 |
| Sean Sherk The Muscle Shark | 36-4 |