Team Carwin vs. Team Nelson

Season 16 · 2012 · 13 episodes

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.

1Bring It!Shane Carwin and Roy Nelson coach opposing teams of fighters competing for a six-figure UFC contract.
2What We DoThe 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.
3We Have ControlCoach 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.
4Can't Fix StupidThe 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.
5Unleash the BeastA fourth fighter is eliminated from the 16 welterweights battling for a coveted UFC contract.
6One MissionThe fifth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson is held after tempers flare up in the house and training intensifies at the gym.
7Summer CampThe sixth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
8Rock 'Em, Sock 'EmThe seventh preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
9BetrayalThe final preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
10Coming for YouThe first two quarterfinal fights.
11Fight the Perfect FightThe 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.
12Semifinal ShowdownFour 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.
13FinaleColton 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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