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The Ultimate Fighter (2005)

S2E1 A New Crop

Aug 22, 2005 Season 2 Episode 1 Reality

The Ultimate Fighter returns, featuring fierce competition among heavyweights and welterweights. Eighteen of the toughest Mixed Martial Artists gather in Las Vegas, all vying for two coveted contracts with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Under the guidance of UFC World Champions Matt Hughes and Rich Franklin, the teams will face off in the Octagon, battling for survival and the chance to earn the title of The Ultimate Fighter.