Carlston Harris vs Jared Gooden — Fight recap

Carlston Harris defeated Jared Gooden via unanimous decision over three rounds on March 11, 2023, in a bout that showcased Harris's superior grappling and octagon control. Harris landed 63 of 110 significant strikes at 57% accuracy while successfully executing five takedowns, though at a modest 41% rate, and accumulated 9:38 of control time that proved decisive in the judges' eyes.

Gooden remained competitive on the feet, landing 51 of 84 significant strikes at 60% accuracy and notably connecting on all eight leg kicks attempted, but his complete inability to defend or counter Harris's wrestling—registering zero takedown attempts—left him largely passive with just 0:02 of control time. Harris's clinch dominance and sustained top position pressure, combined with his higher strike volume, secured all three rounds on the scorecards under referee Keith Peterson.

The victory reinforces Harris as a well-rounded fighter whose wrestling base can neutralize strikers who lack takedown defense.