Episode Guide
Season 1
Episode Guide
The Quest Begins
S1
E1
Sixteen MMA fighters coached by UFC legends Randy Couture and Chuck Liddell compete for two six-figure contracts.
Team Challenges
S1
E2
Teams Couture and Liddell compete in physical challenges. Two fighters are eliminated and sent home after the grueling tests.
Making Weight
S1
E3
A contender struggles to lose 20 pounds in 24 hours for a premiere fight. Two fighters open the Octagon with a battle of strength.
On the Ropes
S1
E4
Team Couture adapts after losses. Dana White introduces a twist, and two middleweights compete in the Octagon.
Un-Caged
S1
E5
A team night out turns violent, breaking contest rules. Dana White and the coaches must decide how to handle the reprimanded fighters.
The Fight is On
S1
E6
Two contestants undergo intensive training for a battle. Both teams support their fighters as they settle their emotional conflict in the Octagon.
Ground & Pound
S1
E7
Following the Leben vs. Koscheck fight, house tensions rise. Discord affects one team while two top Light Heavyweight fighters prepare to face off.
Sprawl N Brawl
S1
E8
A fighter causes controversy by training with opponents, Nate learns his fate, and an eliminated fighter returns for another contract shot.
Low Blow
S1
E9
Light Heavyweights compete and face controversy during selection. Tension grows as the fighters suspect a thief is living among them.
Middleweight Semi-Final #1
S1
E10
Forrest's injury threatens his contract hopes. Dana makes a surprising announcement regarding the upcoming fights for a spot in the finals.
Middleweight Semi-Final #2
S1
E11
Stephan Bonnar faces Mike Swick. Forrest Griffin waits to see if his injury has healed enough to fight Sam Hoger or be replaced by Bobby Southworth.
Light Heavyweight Semi-Finals
S1
E12
Forrest is healing well but remains undecided about his future. Meanwhile, fighters compete for the final spot in the middleweight finals.
TUF 1 Finale: Team Liddell vs. Team Couture
S1
E13
The Ultimate Fighter Finale crowned the first winners. Stephan Bonnar and Forrest Griffin's legendary fight changed the sport forever.