The Ultimate Fighter

Team Carwin vs. Team Nelson

2012 · 13 episodes · 13h 0m in all

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

1. 

   1. Bring It!

   14 Sept 2012 · 60 min

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

2. 

   2. What We Do

   21 Sept 2012 · 60 min

   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.

3. 

   3. We Have Control

   28 Sept 2012 · 60 min

   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.

4. 

   4. Can't Fix Stupid

   5 Oct 2012 · 60 min

   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.

5. 

   5. Unleash the Beast

   12 Oct 2012 · 60 min

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

6. 

   6. One Mission

   19 Oct 2012 · 60 min

   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.

7. 

   7. Summer Camp

   26 Oct 2012 · 60 min

   The sixth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

8. 

   8. Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em

   2 Nov 2012 · 60 min

   The seventh preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

9. 

   9. Betrayal

   9 Nov 2012 · 60 min

   The final preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

10. 

    10. Coming for You

    16 Nov 2012 · 60 min

    The first two quarterfinal fights.

11. 

    11. Fight the Perfect Fight

    30 Nov 2012 · 60 min

    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.

12. 

    12. Semifinal Showdown

    7 Dec 2012 · 60 min

    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.

13. 

    13. Finale

    15 Dec 2012 · 60 min

    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.