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Bryan Caraway

"Kid Lightning"
20-9-0★ 2bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 8-1

Last fight: Win vs Raja Shippen · Unanimous Decision · Jul 27, 2019

20-9-0 · 16 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Pedro MunhozTKO · R1 2:39
UFCThe Ultimate Fighter Season 28 Finale: Dos Anjos vs Usman·November 30, 2018

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CAREER SUMMARY

Bryan Caraway holds a professional MMA record of 20-9-0. Caraway has won 20 fights: 0 by KO/TKO, 16 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 9 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Caraway lands 2.59 significant strikes per minute with 35% accuracy and averages 2.38 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: November 30, 2018. Tracked organizations: UFC, WEC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
68"173 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Aug 4, 1984
Age
42
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Yakima, Washington, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Raja Shippen
    Battlefield FC 2· Jul 27, 2019· Bantamweight· 20-9 vs 18-12-1
    UD
  2. LOSS
    vs Pedro Munhoz
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter Season 28 Finale: Dos Anjos vs Usman· Nov 30, 2018· Bantamweight· 19-9 vs 17-3
    TKO
    R1 · 2:39
  3. LOSS
    vs Cody Stamann
    UFC 222: Cyborg vs Kunitskaya· Mar 3, 2018· Bantamweight· 19-8 vs 17-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. WIN
    vs Aljamain Sterling
    UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs Garbrandt· May 29, 2016· Bantamweight· 19-7 vs 12-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Eddie Wineland
    UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs Barao 2· Jul 25, 2015· Bantamweight· 18-7 vs 21-11-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  6. LOSS
    vs Raphael Assuncao
    UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs Story· Oct 4, 2014· Bantamweight· 17-7 vs 22-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  7. WIN
    vs Erik Perez
    UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs Khabilov· Jun 7, 2014· Bantamweight· 17-6 vs 14-6
    SUB
    R2 · 1:52
  8. WIN
    vs Johnny Bedford
    UFC 159: Jones vs Sonnen· Apr 27, 2013· Bantamweight· 16-6 vs 19-10-1
    SUB
    R3 · 4:44
    SOTN
  9. LOSS
    vs Takeya Mizugaki
    UFC on FUEL TV: Silva vs Stann· Mar 3, 2013· Bantamweight· 15-6 vs 17-7-2
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  10. WIN
    vs Mitch Gagnon
    UFC 149: Faber vs Barao· Jul 21, 2012· Bantamweight· 15-5 vs 8-2
    SUB
    R3 · 1:39
    FOTN
  11. WIN
    vs Dustin Neace
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Bisping vs Team Miller Finale· Dec 3, 2011· Featherweight· 14-5 vs 23-18-1
    SUB
    R2 · 3:38
  12. WIN
    vs Marlin Weikel
    CageSport 13· Feb 19, 2011· 13-5 vs 5-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:17
  13. LOSS
    vs Fredson Paixao
    WEC 50: Cruz vs Benavidez 2· Aug 17, 2010· Featherweight· 12-5 vs 10-3
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  14. LOSS
    vs Mark Hominick
    WEC 46: Varner vs Henderson· Jan 9, 2010· Featherweight· 12-4 vs 17-8
    SUB
    R1 · 3:48
  15. WIN
    vs Eddie Pelczynski
    CageSport 7· Oct 3, 2009· Lightweight· 12-3 vs 14-6
    SUB
    R1 · 3:55
  16. WIN
    vs Alex Zuniga
    Strikeforce: Challengers 2· Jun 18, 2009· Featherweight· 11-3 vs 2-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  17. WIN
    vs Daniel Stenovich
    CageSport 3· Nov 29, 2008· Lightweight· 10-3 vs 4-2
    SUB
    R1 · 1:47
  18. LOSS
    vs Wilson Reis
    EliteXC: Unfinished Business· Jul 26, 2008· Catchweight· 9-3 vs 5-0
    UD
  19. WIN
    vs Alvin Cacdac
    Strikeforce: Melendez vs Thomson· Jun 26, 2008· Featherweight· 9-2 vs 5-5
    SUB
    R1 · 1:39
  20. WIN
    vs Steve Sharp
    IFC 33: Nampa Caged Combat· Apr 26, 2008· Lightweight· 8-2 vs 21-9
    SUB
    R2 · 2:35
  21. WIN
    vs Dave Cochran
    SportFight 21· Dec 22, 2007· Featherweight· 7-2 vs 13-16-1
    SUB
    R2 · 4:15
  22. WIN
    vs Eddie Belen
    SportFight: Clash At The Casino 2· Jun 30, 2007· Lightweight· 6-2 vs 0-3
    SUB
    R1 · 1:29
  23. WIN
    vs Saul Mitchell
    DC Fight Night 2007· May 12, 2007· Featherweight· 5-2 vs 6-3
    SUB
    R1 · 3:04
  24. WIN
    vs Harris Norwood
    LOTC 2: The Return· Feb 24, 2007· Welterweight· 4-2 vs 2-6-1
    SUB
    R2 · 4:00
  25. WIN
    vs Andy Lukesh
    SportFight 18· Jan 6, 2007· Lightweight· 3-2 vs 1-1
    SUB
    R2 · 4:30
  26. LOSS
    vs John Gunderson
    Desert Brawl 25· Sep 23, 2006· Lightweight· 2-2 vs 12-1
    SUB
    R2 · 4:10
  27. WIN
    vs Trevor Harris
    SportFight 16· Jun 24, 2006· Featherweight· 2-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:43
  28. WIN
    vs Noah Thomas
    Idaho Regional· Mar 24, 2006· 1-1 vs 6-4
    SUB
  29. LOSS
    vs Ian Loveland
    SportFight 12· Sep 16, 2005· Featherweight· 0-1 vs 1-0
    TKO
    R2 · 0:31

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Xtreme Couture

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Bantamweight roster (343 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
98 · top 3% in division
Punch power45
Kick power51
Punch speed54
Kick speed53
Accuracy54
Takedowns95
Ground striking66
Submissions98
Chin88
Body strength66
Cardio97

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 20-9-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.59per min
35% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.86per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.38per 15 min
21% success
Takedowns stuffed76%
Submission attempts0.8per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 6-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.59per min
35% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.86per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.38per 15 min
21% success
Takedowns stuffed76%
Submission attempts0.8per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Bryan Caraway sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Bryan Caraway has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×1★ Submission of the Night ×1
  1. ★ SOTNvs Johnny Bedford · UFC 159: Jones vs SonnenApr 27, 2013
  2. ★ FOTNvs Mitch Gagnon · UFC 149: Faber vs BaraoJul 21, 2012

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Bryan Caraway earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Bryan Caraway's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#3 Bantamweight
First ranked
Dec 30, 2013
Times ranked
174

Bantamweight

#1#5#10#1520142015201620172018Dec 30, 2013 · #12Jan 17, 2014 · #13Feb 3, 2014 · #14Feb 17, 2014 · #15Feb 24, 2014 · #14Apr 14, 2014 · #13May 12, 2014 · #14Jun 9, 2014 · #10Jun 16, 2014 · #9Jun 30, 2014 · #8Sep 1, 2014 · #9Sep 9, 2014 · #8Sep 15, 2014 · #9Sep 29, 2014 · #10Feb 24, 2015 · #9Apr 27, 2015 · #10Jun 8, 2015 · #11Jul 13, 2015 · #12Jul 27, 2015 · #6Sep 7, 2015 · #7Nov 16, 2015 · #6Nov 30, 2015 · #7Dec 14, 2015 · #6Dec 21, 2015 · #7Jan 4, 2016 · #8Jan 19, 2016 · #7Feb 1, 2016 · #8May 31, 2016 · #4Sep 14, 2016 · #3Sep 21, 2016 · #4Oct 5, 2016 · #5Nov 21, 2016 · #6Jan 2, 2017 · #5Feb 1, 2017 · #6Dec 13, 2017 · #7Mar 5, 2018 · #9Mar 21, 2018 · #8Apr 18, 2018 · #9May 30, 2018 · #9Nov 19, 2018 · #14Nov 28, 2018 · #14#14

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1681▲6
Peak
1744May 30, 2016
Rated fights
29
15001600170020062009201220152018Sep 16, 2005 · 1459Mar 24, 2006 · 1517Jun 24, 2006 · 1555Sep 23, 2006 · 1534Jan 6, 2007 · 1574Feb 24, 2007 · 1598May 12, 2007 · 1622Jun 30, 2007 · 1635Dec 22, 2007 · 1648Apr 26, 2008 · 1668Jun 27, 2008 · 1687Jul 26, 2008 · 1668Nov 29, 2008 · 1687Jun 19, 2009 · 1701Oct 3, 2009 · 1721Jan 10, 2010 · 1682Aug 18, 2010 · 1669Feb 19, 2011 · 1693Dec 3, 2011 · 1703Jul 21, 2012 · 1719Mar 2, 2013 · 1713Apr 27, 2013 · 1727Jun 7, 2014 · 1736Oct 4, 2014 · 1727Jul 25, 2015 · 1737May 30, 2016 · 1744Mar 3, 2018 · 1685Dec 1, 2018 · 1675Jul 27, 2019 · 16811681

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Frequently asked questions

When does Bryan Caraway fight next?

Bryan Caraway has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Bryan Caraway's record?

Bryan Caraway's professional MMA record is 20-9-0.

Who is Bryan Caraway fighting next?

Bryan Caraway's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Bryan Caraway fight last?

Bryan Caraway most recently fought Pedro Munhoz at The Ultimate Fighter Season 28 Finale: Dos Anjos vs Usman on Friday, November 30, 2018, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Bryan Caraway fight in?

Bryan Caraway fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Bryan Caraway have?

Bryan Caraway has 0 wins by KO/TKO and 16 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Bryan Caraway won?

Bryan Caraway has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 1× Fight of the Night, 1× Submission of the Night.

How tall is Bryan Caraway?

Bryan Caraway is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Bryan Caraway weigh?

Bryan Caraway weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Bryan Caraway's reach?

Bryan Caraway has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Bryan Caraway?

Bryan Caraway is 42 years old (born Aug 4, 1984).

Where is Bryan Caraway from?

Bryan Caraway is from the United States.

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