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The Ultimate Fighter — Team Carwin vs. Team Nelson

Thirty-two of the most talented unsigned mixed martial artists in the world fight for 16 coveted spots in the TUF® house to live and train under coaches Shane Carwin and Roy Nelson to become the next Ultimate Fighter.

Episodes

  • E01 Bring It!

    Sep 14, 2012 · 1h

    Shane Carwin and Roy Nelson coach opposing teams of fighters competing for a six-figure UFC contract.

  • E02 What We Do

    Sep 21, 2012 · 1h

    The sixteen victorious fighters moved into the house. Rifts immediately began to form, with Matt Secor and Julian Lane frequently arguing. Later, Lane and Colton Smith pulled a prank on members of Team Carwin.

  • E03 We Have Control

    Sep 28, 2012 · 1h

    Coach Carwin makes his first matchup as the second pair of welterweights square off in the Octagon. Also, one fighter's noisy late night activities create enemies on both teams.

  • E04 Can't Fix Stupid

    Oct 5, 2012 · 1h

    The third elimination bout is held between Team Carwin and Team Nelson. Also: Dana White treats the fighters to a special outing; Roy uses a bizarre method to pick the next matchup; and one fighter's weight puts his future in jeopardy.

  • E05 Unleash the Beast

    Oct 12, 2012 · 1h

    A fourth fighter is eliminated from the 16 welterweights battling for a coveted UFC contract.

  • E06 One Mission

    Oct 19, 2012 · 1h

    The fifth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson is held after tempers flare up in the house and training intensifies at the gym.

  • E07 Summer Camp

    Oct 26, 2012 · 1h

    The sixth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

  • E08 Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em

    Nov 2, 2012 · 1h

    The seventh preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

  • E09 Betrayal

    Nov 9, 2012 · 1h

    The final preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

  • E10 Coming for You

    Nov 16, 2012 · 1h

    The first two quarterfinal fights.

  • E11 Fight the Perfect Fight

    Nov 30, 2012 · 1h

    The quarterfinals continue with Team Nelson's Joey Rivera and Jon Manley entering the octagon, followed by Michael Hill vs. Mike Ricci in an all Canadian bout. Dana White announces the semifinal matchups.

  • E12 Semifinal Showdown

    Dec 7, 2012 · 1h

    Four welterweights compete in the semifinals, for berths in the TUF Finale on Dec. 15 in Las Vegas. Mike Ricci faces Neil Magny on the Team Carwin side, while Colton Smith meets Jon Manley for Team Nelson.

  • E13 Finale

    Dec 15, 2012 · 1h

    Colton Smith vs. Mike Ricci in the Season 16 finale in Las Vegas. Roy Nelson vs. Matt Mitrione headlines the additional card. The Ultimate Fighter winner earns a six figure UFC contract and a custom motorcycle.

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