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Jared Gordon (born September 6, 1988) is an American mixed martial artist. He was the lightweight champion of Duelo de Gigantes in Mexico[8] and featherweight champion for Cage Fury Fighting Championships in the United States.[9] He currently competes in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).[10]

Key Information

Background

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Gordon was born and raised in Queens, New York.[11] The grandson of late professional boxer Sal Ferello, Gordon started boxing and wrestling at a young age[12] and he was obsessed with MMA when he was in high school.[13][14] He found an MMA school, Combined MMA, and started training BJJ. Gordon spent most of his adolescence in Westport CT attending Staples High School. In his time in Westport Gordon learned valuable skills from his uncle Oliver Barkley. Four months later, at age of 17, Gordon fought his first amateur MMA fight.[12][15] He taught boxing and Muay Thai at Church Street Boxing in New York prior to turning professional. During this time, he was trained by his coach Jason Strout.[6]

Gordon is in long-term recovery from heavy drug use and would like to use the octagon as the platform to voice his support and give hope to those who suffer the same addiction.[6][16][15]

Mixed martial arts career

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Early career

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Gordon amassed a record of 12–1 prior joining UFC.[11] He was the lightweight champion of Duelo de Giagantes in Mexico[8] and featherweight champion for Cage Fury Fighting Championship in the United States.[9][17]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

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Gordon was scouted by Dana White on UFC web series show "Dana White: Looking for a fight" second season episode two at Cage Fury Fighting Championships where Gordon won the Featherweight title that night. White was impressed with his performance and signed him onto UFC.[18][19]

Gordon was scheduled his promotional debut to face Michel Quiñones at UFC 211. However, Gordon pulled out of the fight on the day before the event due to stomach illness[20] and the bout was rescheduled to June 25, 2017 at UFC Fight Night: Chiesa vs. Lee in Oklahoma City.[21] At the weigh-in, Gordon missed the required featherweight limit for the fight of 146Ibs. As a result he was fined 20% of his pay, and the bouts proceeded at catchweight.[22] Gordon secured his first UFC win on round two via TKO.[23]

Gordon faced Hacran Dias at the lightweight bout on October 28, 2017 at UFC Fight Night 119.[24] He won the fight via unanimous decision.[25]

Gordon faced Carlos Diego Ferreira on February 18, 2018 at UFC Fight Night 126.[26] He lost the fight via TKO in the first round.[27] After the loss, Gordon decided to move to Milwaukee to train at Roufusport under Duke Roufus.[5]

Gordon faced Joaquim Silva on December 15, 2018 at UFC on Fox 31.[28] He lost the fight via knockout in round three.[29] This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award.[30] Despite losing the two last fights of his rookie contract, he signed a new four-fight contract with the UFC after the Silva fight.[31][32]

Gordon faced Dan Moret on June 29, 2019 at UFC on ESPN 3.[33] He won the fight via unanimous decision.[34]

Gordon was expected to face Leonardo Santos on November 16, 2019 at UFC Fight Night 164.[14] However, Santos withdrew from the fight and was replaced by Charles Oliveira.[35] He lost the fight via knockout in the first round.[36]

Gordon was scheduled to face Matt Sayles at UFC on ESPN 8 on May 16, 2020.[37] However, on April 9, Dana White, the president of UFC announced that this event was postponed to a future date due to COVID-19 pandemic.[38]

Gordon faced Chris Fishgold in a featherweight bout on July 16, 2020 at UFC on ESPN 13.[39] At the weigh-ins, Fishgold weighed in at 149 pounds, 3 pounds over the featherweight non-title fight limit. He was fined 20% of the purse which went to Gordon and their bout proceeded at catchweight. Gordon won the fight via unanimous decision.[40] With one fight left on his contract, Gordon subsequently signed a new contract with the UFC.[32]

Gordon faced Danny Chavez on February 20, 2021 at UFC Fight Night 185.[41] At the weigh-ins, Gorden weighed in at 150 pounds, four pounds over the featherweight non-title fight limit. He was fined 30% of his purse which went to his opponent Chavez and the bout proceed at catchweight.[42][43] Gordon won the fight via unanimous decision.[44]

Gordon faced Joe Solecki on October 2, 2021 at UFC Fight Night 193.[45] He won the fight via split decision.[46]

Gordon was scheduled to face Rafael Alves on April 30, 2022 at UFC on ESPN 35. However, Alves withdrew from the event for undisclosed reasons, and he was replaced by Grant Dawson.[47] He lost the bout via rear-naked choke late into the third round.[48]

Gordon faced Leonardo Santos on August 20, 2022 at UFC 278.[49] He won the bout via unanimous decision.[50]

Gordon faced Paddy Pimblett on December 10, 2022, at UFC 282.[51] He lost the bout via unanimous decision.[52] The decision was seen as controversial, as many media outlets, fighters, and fans expressed their belief that Gordon had won the fight.[53][54][55][56][57][58] 23 out of 24 media sources scored the fight in his favor.[59]

Gordon faced Bobby Green on April 22, 2023, at UFC Fight Night 222.[60] Late in the first round, Gordon was knocked down via a headbutt that went unnoticed by referee Keith Peterson, with Gordon being finished by knockout moments later. Subsequently, the ringside officials reviewed the finishing sequence, and it was determined that a clash of heads did indeed occur. The headbutt was unintentional by Bobby Green. As a result, the fight was ruled a no contest.[61]

Gordon was scheduled to face Jim Miller, replacing Ľudovít Klein, on June 3, 2023, at UFC on ESPN 46.[62] Simultaneously, Gordon signed a new multi-fight contract with the UFC.[63] However he pulled out because of a concussion sustained in his last fight versus Bobby Green.[64]

Gordon faced Mark Madsen on November 11, 2023, at UFC 295.[65] He won the bout at the end of the first round via TKO stoppage after dropping Madsen with an elbow and finishing him with ground and pound.[66]

Gordon faced Nasrat Haqparast on June 22, 2024, at UFC on ABC 6.[67] He lost the fight by a close split decision.[68]

Gordon was scheduled to face Kauê Fernandes on February 15, 2025 at UFC Fight Night 251.[69] However, Fernandes withdrew from the fight due to visa issues and was replaced by promotional newcomer Mashrabjon Ruziboev.[70] In turn, although Gordon made weight, the bout was cancelled due to Ruziboev's illness.[71]

Gordon faced Thiago Moisés on May 17, 2025 at UFC Fight Night 256.[72] He won the fight by knockout in the first round.[73]

Gordon faced Rafa García on September 13, 2025, at UFC Fight Night 259.[74] He lost the fight by technical knockout via punches and elbows in the third round.[75]

Personal life

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Drug addiction

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Gordon used prescription pain medication to manage his pain from an injury and led him to drug addiction at the age of 19 and by 21 he was addicted to heroin. At 23, he was homeless and panhandling in the streets to support his drug habit. At some point, Gordon managed to get into a rehab program and became clean. He returned to fighting soon after. His fight against Jeff Lentz ended with Gordon suffering a broken orbital bone in five places. Due to this injury, he was given pain medication to help him deal with his injured eye, and he became addicted, ultimately leading to an overdose incident. Gordon managed to beat his drug addiction and stay sober by checking himself in rehab after the third overdose in 2015 left him legally dead for two minutes. He is now in long-term recovery from problem drug use.[13][76]

I overdosed three times. I was facing 25 years to life at one point. I’ve been homeless, panhandling, I’ve been to psych wards. I’ve been to rehab 10 times, and I’ve had near-death situations. At this point, I just consider myself grateful and extremely lucky and blessed to be where I am.[77]

Championships and accomplishments

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Mixed martial arts

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Mixed martial arts record

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Professional record breakdown
30 matches 21 wins 8 losses
By knockout 8 5
By submission 2 1
By decision 11 2
No contests 1
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 21–8 (1) Rafa García TKO (elbows) UFC Fight Night: Lopes vs. Silva September 13, 2025 3 2:27 San Antonio, Texas, United States
Win 21–7 (1) Thiago Moisés KO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales May 17, 2025 1 3:37 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss 20–7 (1) Nasrat Haqparast Decision (split) UFC on ABC: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov June 22, 2024 3 5:00 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Win 20–6 (1) Mark Madsen TKO (elbow and punches) UFC 295 November 11, 2023 1 4:42 New York City, New York, United States
NC 19–6 (1) Bobby Green NC (accidental clash of heads) UFC Fight Night: Pavlovich vs. Blaydes April 22, 2023 1 4:35 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Accidental clash of heads led to Gordon being knocked unconscious.
Loss 19–6 Paddy Pimblett Decision (unanimous) UFC 282 December 10, 2022 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 19–5 Leonardo Santos Decision (unanimous) UFC 278 August 20, 2022 3 5:00 Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Loss 18–5 Grant Dawson Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC on ESPN: Font vs. Vera April 30, 2022 3 4:11 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 18–4 Joe Solecki Decision (split) UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Walker October 2, 2021 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Return to Lightweight.
Win 17–4 Danny Chavez Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Lewis February 20, 2021 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Catchweight (150 lb) bout; Gordon missed weight.
Win 16–4 Chris Fishgold Decision (unanimous) UFC on ESPN: Kattar vs. Ige July 16, 2020 3 5:00 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Return to Featherweight; Fishgold missed weight (149 lb).
Loss 15–4 Charles Oliveira KO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Błachowicz vs. Jacaré November 16, 2019 1 1:26 São Paulo, Brazil
Win 15–3 Dan Moret Decision (unanimous) UFC on ESPN: Ngannou vs. dos Santos June 29, 2019 3 5:00 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Loss 14–3 Joaquim Silva KO (punches) UFC on Fox: Lee vs. Iaquinta 2 December 15, 2018 3 2:39 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Fight of the Night.
Loss 14–2 Carlos Diego Ferreira TKO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Cowboy vs. Medeiros February 18, 2018 1 1:58 Austin, Texas, United States
Win 14–1 Hacran Dias Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Machida October 28, 2017 3 5:00 São Paulo, Brazil Return to Lightweight.
Win 13–1 Michel Quiñones TKO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Chiesa vs. Lee June 25, 2017 2 4:24 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States Catchweight (149 lb) bout; Gordon missed weight.
Win 12–1 Bill Algeo Decision (unanimous) Cage Fury FC 63 February 18, 2017 4 5:00 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States Defended the Cage Fury FC Featherweight Championship.
Win 11–1 Dawond Pickney Submission (rear-naked choke) Cage Fury FC 60 August 6, 2016 2 3:10 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States Lightweight bout.
Win 10–1 Anthony Morrison KO (head kick) Cage Fury FC 59 July 9, 2016 1 1:48 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Won the vacant Cage Fury FC Featherweight Championship.
Loss 9–1 Jeff Lentz TKO (doctor stoppage) Cage Fury FC 48 May 9, 2015 3 5:00 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States Featherweight debut. For the vacant Cage Fury FC Featherweight Championship.
Win 9–0 Jay Coleman TKO (punches) Cage Fury FC 45 February 7, 2015 1 4:47 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win 8–0 Corey Bleaken Decision (unanimous) Cage Fury FC 44 December 13, 2014 3 5:00 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States
Win 7–0 Johnson Jajoute Decision (unanimous) Cage Fury FC 28 October 26, 2013 3 5:00 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win 6–0 Alejandro Roman Decision (unanimous) Duelo de Gigantes: Round 4 June 22, 2013 5 5:00 Zumpango, Mexico
Win 5–0 Luiz Gustavo Felix dos Santos Decision (unanimous) Duelo de Gigantes: Round 3 June 15, 2013 3 5:00 Zumpango, Mexico
Win 4–0 Oscar De La Parra TKO (punches) Duelo de Gigantes: Round 2 June 8, 2013 3 2:14 Zumpango, Mexico
Win 3–0 Alvaro Enriquez TKO (punches) Duelo de Gigantes: Round 1 June 2, 2013 2 4:25 Mexico City, Mexico
Win 2–0 Robert Fabrizi TKO (punches) Cage Fury FC 19 February 2, 2013 2 2:31 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win 1–0 Anthony D'Agostino Submission (rear-naked choke) Cage Fury FC 6 February 5, 2011 2 1:42 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States Lightweight debut.

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Jared Gordon (born September 6, 1988) is an American professional mixed martial artist who competes in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Nicknamed "Flash", Gordon stands at 5 feet 9 inches tall with a 68-inch reach and fights in an orthodox stance; he trains at Kill Cliff FC in Florida and holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Born and raised in New York, he began training in mixed martial arts at age 17 after finding direction through the sport, eventually becoming a two-time amateur champion before turning professional in 2011. Prior to joining the UFC, Gordon built an impressive record, capturing the lightweight championship of Duelo de Gigantes in and the featherweight title of Cage Fury Fighting Championship; he was discovered for the UFC through the ": Lookin' for a Fight" series. In the UFC, where he debuted on June 26, 2017, Gordon has compiled a record of 9 wins, 6 losses, and 1 no contest as of November 2025, with notable victories including a over on May 17, 2025, and his most recent fight resulting in a third-round TKO loss to Rafa Garcia at UFC Fight Night on September 13, 2025. Overall, his professional record stands at 21 wins (8 by , 2 by submission) and 8 losses. Beyond his fighting career, Gordon has openly shared his journey of overcoming drug addiction, crediting his recovery to his sponsor and using his platform to support others facing similar struggles.

Early life and background

Childhood and family

Jared Gordon was born on September 6, 1988, in , , and was raised in Roslyn, , in a close-knit family with parents Robin and Stephanie Gordon and two brothers, Dylan and another. His family background was influenced by his maternal grandfather, Salvatore "Sal" Ferello, a professional boxer with a 38-3-1 record who fought at in the 1940s, as well as his paternal grandfather, a Jewish immigrant from who arrived in the United States after . The family emphasized supportive values rooted in their Jewish heritage, with Gordon attending for two years, reflecting orthodox-leaning principles that prioritized community, faith, and moral grounding. His early interests included typical childhood activities, though shaped by a stable home life that valued education and familial bonds. Gordon's childhood was marked by profound personal challenges that forged his resilience, including a traumatic at age nine by a camp counselor, after which he began experimenting with drugs such as marijuana. Additionally, on June 17, 2001—Father's Day, when Gordon was 12—a devastating fire at his father's hardware store, Long Island General Supply in , exploded due to a water heater igniting spilled and tanks, killing three FDNY firefighters and injuring over 50 others; this financial loss of millions uprooted the family, leading to their relocation from to , to rebuild. These events, set against an urban environment, highlighted the adversities that defined Gordon's formative years and contributed to his developing sense of perseverance.

Introduction to martial arts

Jared Gordon first encountered in his late teens, around age 17, driven by a desire for and to address personal challenges from his youth. Drawing inspiration from his family's legacy through his grandfather Sal Ferello, as well as his obsession with the UFC and local idols like and , he dabbled in and wrestling as a child before formal training. Gordon began serious training in New York gyms shortly after high school graduation, starting at Rhino Fight Team in —the original gym of his idol —where he developed a passion for after discovering "fighting on the ground." Seeking structure amid a period of partying and aimlessness, he committed to the sport rapidly; just four months into training, he debuted as an amateur MMA fighter. This quick transition marked his shift from casual curiosity to dedicated pursuit, as he immersed himself in the local scene, honing striking through sessions and ground skills via . In his amateur career, Gordon built essential skills through regional bouts in New York promotions, compiling a record that included notable wins like his debut three-round decision victory later that autumn. Key early fights, such as those in Ring of Combat and New Breed Fighters events, exposed him to diverse opponents and helped refine his versatile style blending wrestling takedowns, combinations, and submissions. By teaching and at Church Street Boxing Gym in , Gordon solidified his commitment, transitioning from student to mentor while preparing for a professional path in MMA.

Mixed martial arts career

Pre-UFC career

Jared Gordon made his professional debut on February 4, 2011, at (CFFC) 6 in , where he defeated Anthony D'Agostino by submission (rear-naked choke) in the second round. Building on his undefeated amateur record, Gordon quickly established himself in regional promotions, competing across organizations such as CFFC, Ring of Combat, and Battle of the Bay, accumulating wins through a mix of knockouts and decisions. By 2013, he had extended his record to 3-0 before venturing internationally. In June 2013, Gordon traveled to for Duelo de Gigantes, a prominent regional promotion, where he captured the championship by defeating Oscar De La Parra via TKO (punches) in the third round at the event's Round 2 on June 8 in Zumpango. This victory highlighted his growing prowess in striking exchanges while maintaining control on the ground. His sole pre-UFC setback occurred on October 25, 2014, at CFFC 39 against Luis Gomez, whom he lost to by after a competitive three-round bout. Gordon responded with a five-fight winning streak and other regional bouts that showcased his versatility. Gordon's resurgence peaked in the division when he won the CFFC featherweight championship on July 9, 2016, at CFFC 59 in , , knocking out Anthony Morrison with a head kick in the first round. He defended the title successfully once, defeating by unanimous decision at CFFC 63 on February 18, 2017, in Atlantic City. Entering the UFC with a 12-1 professional record, Gordon had honed a balanced fighting style rooted in wrestling for control and for precise striking, allowing him to dominate opponents at distance and in clinches.

UFC career

Jared Gordon earned his UFC contract after being scouted on the reality series : Lookin' For a Fight and showcasing his skills as the featherweight champion. He made his promotional debut on June 25, 2017, at UFC Fight Night 112 in , defeating fellow newcomer Michel Quinones via second-round TKO due to strikes. This victory marked the start of a promising run, as Gordon followed with wins over Mike Rhodes in July 2018 and in November 2018, building a 3-1 record early in his tenure despite a setback via loss to in November 2017. After a period of inactivity due to injuries, Gordon returned in 2021, securing a third-round TKO over Danny Chavez in February before suffering a second-round submission loss to in October. His next bout came against Bobby Green on April 22, 2023, at UFC Fight Night, initially ruled a win for Gordon but later overturned to a no contest following a review that confirmed an illegal eye poke by Green during the fight. This controversial outcome highlighted a career low, stalling his momentum amid ongoing recovery from personal challenges. Gordon rebounded with a victory over Olympic wrestler Mark Madsen on November 11, 2023, at , a performance that propelled him into the top 15 rankings for the first time. However, he dropped a razor-close to on June 22, 2024, at UFC on ABC 6, exiting the rankings temporarily. In 2025, Gordon notched a first-round TKO win over Thiago Moises on May 17 at UFC Fight Night 256, signaling a potential resurgence, only to suffer a third-round TKO loss to Rafa Garcia on September 13 at UFC Fight Night 259. By late 2025, Gordon's UFC record stood at 6-4 (1 NC), reflecting a trajectory of resilience amid ups and downs, including brief ranking climbs and setbacks from close decisions and injuries.

Personal life

Addiction and recovery

Jared Gordon's struggle with substance abuse began at age 19, when he turned to heroin amid intense mental and physical pain stemming from early life traumas. What started as a way to cope with unresolved issues quickly escalated into a severe addiction, marked by intravenous use of heroin and cocaine, and leading to homelessness by age 23. This period overlapped with the early stages of his fighting career, where substance use interrupted his progress and created a haze of instability, even as he pursued MMA as an initial outlet for channeling his pain. Gordon reached rock bottom through repeated relapses and near-death incidents, including three overdoses and ten stints in rehabilitation facilities, with legal troubles that once carried a potential sentence of 25 years to life. These experiences severely disrupted his professional trajectory, affecting his training and performance leading into his UFC entry in 2017 and subsequent pre-2020 bouts, where the lingering effects of compounded the physical demands of competition. His final overdose on 2015 marked a critical low, prompting immediate entry into detox the following day. The turning point arrived through a combination of faith, professional therapy, robust support networks including and his AA sponsor, enabling Gordon to commit to long-term sobriety starting in late 2015. By December 2020, he publicly celebrated five years clean, highlighting how these elements provided the foundation for sustained recovery amid ongoing career pressures. Gordon's recovery remains an active process, with him emphasizing daily and in his journey. He has shared details of his experiences publicly, including in a March 2024 UFC Connected episode retracing his path from to UFC success, and a October 2025 interview discussing survival through sobriety alongside career challenges.

Family and advocacy

Gordon became a in early 2025 with the birth of his first , a baby girl, which he described as "a major moment in my life" that provided him with newfound clarity and focus both personally and in his professional pursuits. He has been married to Christina Gambino since October 2021; the couple, who first met in , share a long-standing relationship that has been instrumental in supporting his ongoing recovery and personal stability. Building on his sobriety milestone achieved in 2015, Gordon has actively engaged in advocacy for and recovery, including serving on the for Fightstory, an organization focused on support for fighters, and partnering with Diamond Recovery to promote treatment resources. He collaborated with the UFC on initiatives such as leading a class event at The Phoenix, a sober active in , in July 2024 to promote sober activities. Through social media and interviews, he frequently shares insights on challenges and promotes faith-based approaches to recovery, emphasizing trust in a as a key element in maintaining . In his hometown of , New York, Gordon contributes to community efforts by providing resources and encouragement for individuals struggling with , including directing people to support hotlines and sharing his story to inspire local recovery.

Accomplishments and fighting style

Championships and awards

Jared Gordon established himself as a prominent regional fighter by capturing two major championships early in his career. He won the (CFFC) featherweight title on July 9, 2016, at CFFC 59 in , , where he knocked out Anthony Morrison with a head kick at 1:48 of the first round, securing the vacant belt in a dominant performance that highlighted his striking power. Gordon defended the title once, earning a victory over in a four-round main event at CFFC 63 on February 18, 2017, in , relying on superior wrestling and volume striking to retain the championship and solidify his status in the Northeast MMA scene. Internationally, Gordon claimed the Duelo de Gigantes championship in , defeating Alejandro Roman via over five rounds in the main event on June 22, 2013, at Duelo de Gigantes: Round 4 in Zumpango, marking an undefeated 4-0 run in the promotion and demonstrating his adaptability against international competition. Within the UFC, Gordon has been recognized for his entertaining style, earning the Fight of the Night bonus for his back-and-forth three-round KO/TKO loss to Joaquim at UFC on 31 on December 15, 2018, in , , a bout praised for its high-paced exchanges and resilience. As of November 2025, he holds the #21 ranking in the division according to Tapology, reflecting his consistent contention in a stacked weight class. In 2023, Gordon was promoted to black belt in under Mike Jaramillo.

Technique and approach

Jared Gordon fights out of an , standing at 5 feet 9 inches tall with a 68-inch reach, attributes that allow him to maintain distance in striking exchanges while closing gaps effectively against similar-sized opponents. His approach emphasizes striking, where he leverages his foundation to deliver powerful punches, as demonstrated in his first-round of Thiago Moises with a devastating right hand that dropped before ground strikes sealed the finish. With eight victories in his professional record, Gordon's offensive output averages 5.64 significant strikes per minute at 53% accuracy, underscoring his preference for stand-up battles over prolonged . Complementing his striking prowess, Gordon draws on a wrestling base developed from training in the discipline since a young age, which enhances his defense—rated at 60% in UFC bouts—and enables competent ground control when he initiates or defends takedowns. He averages 1.78 takedowns per with 32% accuracy, often using double-leg entries to transition into dominant positions for ground-and-pound, as seen in instructional breakdowns of his technique from guard retention and striking setups. This proficiency allows him to scramble effectively and avoid prolonged submission threats, though he has two submission wins in his career, highlighting selective use rather than reliance on it. He holds a black belt in . Gordon's key strengths lie in his cardiovascular endurance and mental resilience, enabling him to maintain a high pace through three rounds and recover from adversity, such as outlasting opponents in grueling decisions or rebounding from career setbacks. However, he has shown vulnerabilities to judges' decisions in close fights, where his aggression can lead to even scoring, and to elite ground specialists capable of exploiting any defensive lapses, as evidenced by a submission loss early in his UFC tenure.

Professional record

Jared Gordon's professional MMA record as of November 16, 2025:
ResultRecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocation
Loss21–8–0 (1)Rafa GarciaTKO (elbows)UFC Fight Night: Lopes vs. SilvaSeptember 13, 202532:27San Antonio, Texas, United States
Win21–7–0 (1)Thiago MoisésKO (punches)UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. MoralesMay 17, 202513:37Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss20–7–0 (1)Nasrat HaqparastDecision (split)UFC on ABC: Whittaker vs. AliskerovJune 22, 202435:00Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Win20–6–0 (1)Mark MadsenTKO (elbow and punches)UFC 295: Procházka vs. PereiraNovember 11, 202314:42New York City, New York, United States
NC19–6–0 (1)Bobby GreenNo Contest (accidental clash of heads)UFC Fight Night: Pavlovich vs. BlaydesApril 22, 202314:35Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss19–6–0Paddy PimblettDecision (unanimous)UFC 282: Błachowicz vs. AnkalaevDecember 10, 202235:00Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win19–5–0Leonardo SantosDecision (unanimous)UFC 278: Usman vs. Edwards 2August 20, 202235:00Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Loss18–5–0Grant DawsonSubmission (rear-naked choke)UFC on ESPN: Font vs. VeraApril 30, 202234:11Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win18–4–0Joe SoleckiDecision (split)UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. WalkerOctober 2, 202135:00Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win17–4–0Danny ChavezDecision (unanimous)UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. LewisFebruary 20, 202135:00Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win16–4–0Chris FishgoldDecision (unanimous)UFC on ESPN: Kattar vs. IgeJuly 15, 202035:00Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Loss15–4–0Charles OliveiraKO (punches)UFC Fight Night: Błachowicz vs. JacaréNovember 16, 201911:26São Paulo, Brazil
Win15–3–0Dan MoretDecision (unanimous)UFC on ESPN: Ngannou vs. dos SantosJune 29, 201935:00Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Loss14–3–0Joaquim SilvaKO (punches)UFC on Fox: Iaquinta vs. Lee 2December 15, 201832:39Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Loss14–2–0Diego FerreiraTKO (punches)UFC Fight Night: Cerrone vs. MedeirosFebruary 18, 201811:58Austin, Texas, United States
Win14–1–0Hacran DiasDecision (unanimous)UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. MachidaOctober 28, 201735:00São Paulo, Brazil
Win13–1–0Michel QuinonesTKO (punches)UFC Fight Night: Chiesa vs. LeeJune 25, 201724:24Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Win12–1–0Bill AlgeoDecision (unanimous)CFFC 63: Anyanwu vs. TeedFebruary 18, 201745:00Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Win11–1–0Dawond PickneySubmission (rear-naked choke)CFFC 60: Webb vs. SteeleAugust 6, 201623:10Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win10–1–0Anthony MorrisonKO (head kick)CFFC 59: Morrison vs. GordonJuly 9, 201611:48Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Loss9–1–0Jeff LentzTKO (doctor stoppage)CFFC 48: Good vs. BurrellMay 9, 201535:00Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win9–0–0Jay ColemanTKO (punches)CFFC 45: Stiner vs. HorcherFebruary 7, 201514:47Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win8–0–0Corey BleakenDecision (unanimous)CFFC 44: Bezerra vs. Makashvili 2December 13, 201435:00Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win7–0–0Johnson JajouteDecision (unanimous)CFFC 28: Brenneman vs. BakerOctober 26, 201335:00Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win6–0–0Alejandro RomanDecision (unanimous)Duelo de Gigantes Round 4June 22, 201355:00Mexico City, Mexico
Win5–0–0Luiz Gustavo Felix dos SantosDecision (unanimous)Duelo de Gigantes Round 3June 15, 201335:00Mexico City, Mexico
Win4–0–0Oscar de la ParraTKO (punches)Duelo de Gigantes Round 2June 8, 201332:14Mexico City, Mexico
Win3–0–0Álvaro EnríquezTKO (punches)Duelo de Gigantes Round 1June 2, 201324:25Mexico City, Mexico
Win2–0–0Robert FabriziTKO (punches)CFFC 19: Sullivan vs. LaneFebruary 2, 201322:31Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win1–0–0Anthony D'AgostinoSubmission (rear-naked choke)CFFC 6: The ReturnFebruary 5, 201121:42Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States

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  21. https://www.mmafighting.com/2017/5/6/15548850/still-unbroken-jared-gordons-harrowing-road-to-ufc-211
  22. https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/1/11/16866846/after-three-drug-overdoses-and-10-rehab-stints-jared-gordon-has-goals-greater-becoming-ufc-champion
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  24. https://www.bjpenn.com/mma-news/ufc/ufc-featherweight-jared-gordon-celebrates-five-years-of-sobriety/
  25. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-0PlDW_hY0
  26. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m77bCGY3SsA
  27. https://www.ufc.com/news/jared-gordon-feeling-free-ufc-fight-night-vegas-102
  28. https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-how-did-jared-gordons-wife-christina-gordon-help-ufc-star-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-lw-fighters-relationship/
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  31. https://www.denver7.com/sports/denver7-good-sports/ufc-lightweight-leads-boxing-class-at-the-phoenix-a-sober-active-community-in-denver
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  36. https://www.mmafighting.com/2025/5/17/24432336/watch-jared-gordon-put-thiago-moises-to-sleep-with-brutal-knockout-at-ufc-vegas-106
  37. https://dynamicstriking.com/blogs/fighters/jared-gordon
  38. https://dynamicstriking.com/blogs/news/how-to-ground-and-pound-from-the-guard-after-a-double-leg-by-ufc-fighter-jared-gordon
  39. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMOhAAMSZW0
  40. https://www.mmafighting.com/2022/12/14/23508704/jared-gordon-devastated-controversial-loss-paddy-pimblett-probably-one-of-the-worst-decisions-ever
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