Javier "Javy" Ayala (born August 22, 1988) is an American former mixed martial artist who competed in the Heavyweight division.
Born and raised in Porterville, California, Ayala began wrestling in the seventh grade.
Ayala continued with the sport at Porterville High School, where he also competed in track and field.
[4] Ayala made his professional mixed martial arts debut in 2011 and compiled a record of 5-3, while competing on the regional circuit in California for promotions such as Tachi Palace Fights.
Ayala won in an upset, knocking out the Brazilian fighter with a series of punches as the first round ended, causing referee John McCarthy to call off the fight.
In his highest profile bout to date, Ayala faced Sergei Kharitonov at Bellator 163 on November 4, 2016.
In his highest profile match to date, Ayala faced former UFC Heavyweight champion Frank Mir at Bellator 212 on December 14, 2018.