UFC"Swift"Elijah Smith Record: 10-1-0
BantamweightRecord10-1-0
Age23
DivisionBantamweight · #35
Combat Edge Elo1718
Last fightMar 14 2026
Elijah Smith has a 10-1-0 professional record and is 23 years old in the Bantamweight division, representing Team Victory. This profile tracks fight history, UFC stats, ELO rating, record, age, and opponent links.
Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Combat Edge fight database
Elijah Smith bio
Personal background
Elijah "Swift" Smith is an American bantamweight competing in the UFC's 135-pound division. Born September 5, 2002, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, he was raised in a fighting household: his father, Gilbert Smith, is a former UFC fighter and two-time cast member of The Ultimate Fighter who founded Victory MMA, the gym where Elijah still trains. A high-school wrestler and football player, Smith initially planned to play football at a California junior college before committing fully to mixed martial arts in 2020 during the pandemic shutdown. Standing 5'9" with a 71-inch reach that is unusually long for the weight class, he fights out of Team Victory with his father in his corner as head coach and cornerman.
Path to the UFC
Smith turned professional in 2022, opening his career with back-to-back stoppages on the Texas-based Fury FC circuit. His lone setback came in March 2023, when he was knocked out in the third round by Reyes Cortez at Fury FC 76 — the only blemish on his record to date. He responded the way contenders do, rattling off a string of finishes and decisions across regional shows including Fury FC, the Colorado Combat Club and Battle MMA, before earning his shot on Dana White's Contender Series in 2024.
Rise through the regionals and Contender Series
Smith's breakout arrived in September 2024 at Contender Series 2024, where he outpointed unbeaten prospect Aaron Tau (8-0) over three rounds to claim a unanimous decision and his UFC contract. He made the most of the promotion, debuting in February 2025 with a unanimous-decision win over the experienced Vince Morales.
UFC run and the Kazama slam
In August 2025, Smith produced the highlight of his young career, knocking out Toshiomi Kazama with a thunderous first-round slam at UFC Apex — a finish that earned him Performance of the Night honors and a $50,000 bonus. He kept the streak alive in March 2026, submitting Su Young You by second-round rear-naked choke to push his record to 10-1 and stay unbeaten inside the Octagon.
Fighting style
Smith is a finisher with genuine two-way threat: of his 10 wins, five have come by knockout and two by submission, a 70 percent finish rate that reflects real power and a developing ground game. His wrestling base, inherited from his father's program, lets him dictate where fights take place, while the slam knockout of Kazama showcased explosive athleticism rare for the division. The unanimous decisions over Tau and Morales prove he can also grind out rounds against durable, experienced opposition. His only loss came by knockout early in his career, a reminder that defensive discipline remains the area to watch as he climbs.
Career highlights
- Performance of the Night slam KO — flattened Toshiomi Kazama with a first-round slam at UFC Apex in 2025, banking a $50,000 bonus.
- Contender Series contract — defeated unbeaten prospect Aaron Tau to earn his UFC deal and announce himself as a bantamweight to watch.
- Unbeaten in the UFC — opened his promotional run 3-0 with wins over Vince Morales, Kazama and Su Young You, lifting his record to 10-1.
Career snapshot
Elijah Smith career snapshot
EloCombat Edge Elo
1718Good ratingElo trajectory (last 3 years)
Overall#277
Bantamweight#35of 173 active
Peak1718
Last move+20
Opponent quality1577avg. pre-fight Elo · last 10
Career-high 1718 Elo after defeating Su Young You (2026-03-14)
Similar Elo in Bantamweight
Recent Elo history
WinSu Young You2026-03-14 | Submission+20WinToshiomi Kazama2025-08-09 | KO+26WinVince Morales2025-02-15 | Decision (unanimous)+24WinAaron Tau2024-09-17 | Decision (Unanimous)+27WinJosh Walker2024-06-16 | TKO (Punches and Elbows)+21Elijah Smith quick answers
What is Elijah Smith's record?
Elijah Smith's professional MMA record is 10-1-0.
How old is Elijah Smith?
Elijah Smith is 23 years old.
What weight class is Elijah Smith?
Elijah Smith fights at Bantamweight in UFC.
How tall is Elijah Smith?
Elijah Smith is 5'9" tall with a 71" reach.
How much does Elijah Smith weigh?
Elijah Smith competes at Bantamweight, with a most recent weigh-in of 135 lbs.
What is Elijah Smith's Combat Edge Elo?
Elijah Smith's Combat Edge Elo is 1718, with a peak Elo of 1718.
How strong is Elijah Smith's recent opposition?
Elijah Smith's latest 10 counted opponents averaged 1577 Elo immediately before their fights. This avoids using opponents' later career results with hindsight.
When was Elijah Smith's last fight?
Elijah Smith's latest tracked pro fight was against Su Young You at UFC Fight Night on Mar 14 2026.
What is Elijah Smith's recent form?
Elijah Smith's recent tracked pro form is W-W-W-W-W over the latest 5 decisive pro results.
How does Elijah Smith usually win?
Elijah Smith's 10 recorded wins include 5 knockouts, 2 submissions, and 3 decisions, with 70% ending before the final bell.
5Wins by knockout
2Wins by submission
3Wins by decision
1Loss by knockout
0Loss by submission
0Loss by decision
Elijah Smith stats
Record : 10 / 1 / 0Significant strikes landed per minute
4.45Fighter3.23Division average
Significant striking accuracy
47%Fighter43%Division average
Significant strikes absorbed per minute
3.40Fighter3.78Division average
Significant strike defenseThe % of opponents strikes that did not land
48%Fighter55%Division average
Average takedowns landed per 15 minutes
3.51Fighter1.55Division average
Takedown accuracy
53%Fighter35%Division average
Takedown defenseThe % of opponents TD attempts that did not land
57%Fighter56%Division average
Average submissions attempted per 15 minutes
0.88Fighter0.55Division average
Pro fight history
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Amateur fight history
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