The ContenderSeason 42008 · 13 episodesEpisodes1A Better TomorrowSixteen cruiserweights arrive in Singapore; first elimination.2I Can't Believe I Have to WaitThe first elimination causes a shift in power; fighters clash over who should compete next; and an injury could end one contestant's dream.3It's Like a Mixture of Fear and VictoryTeam Gold receives a wake-up call; trouble brews between fighters during training; and a boxer takes on a slugger in the tournament.4Punches With Bad IntentionsTeam Gold learns a tough lesson; a rivalry brews between two fighters; and harsh words are exchanged in the loft.5Don't Look for It...Work for ItOne fighter battles injury, while another struggles with his weight.6Brothers for LifeFighters get their first taste of traditional Chinese medicine when an Asian Master visits. Also: two friends square off in the ring.7The End of the BeginningThe first round comes to a close as the final four fighters battle for the last two spots in the second round.8First QuarterfinalThe second round begins after the remaining fighters are treated to a reward Singapore-style.9Second QuarterfinalAlfredo Escalera and AK Laleye settle their differences in the ring; and a new grudge is formed.10The Third and Fourth QuaterfinalsJoell Godfrey gets a second chance in the tournament; and spots in the final four are at stake.11One More Step to the Big ShowThe final four face off in the semifinal.12FinaleTroy Ross and Ehinomen Ehikhamenor square off in the season finale.13Episode 13Season 1Season 2Season 3Season 5