The Ultimate Fighter
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.
Episodes
1. Bring It!
September 14, 2012
Shane Carwin and Roy Nelson coach opposing teams of fighters competing for a six-figure UFC contract.
2. What We Do
September 21, 2012
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. We Have Control
September 28, 2012
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. Can't Fix Stupid
October 5, 2012
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. Unleash the Beast
October 12, 2012
A fourth fighter is eliminated from the 16 welterweights battling for a coveted UFC contract.
6. One Mission
October 19, 2012
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. Summer Camp
October 26, 2012
The sixth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
8. Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em
November 2, 2012
The seventh preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
9. Betrayal
November 9, 2012
The final preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
10. Coming for You
November 16, 2012
The first two quarterfinal fights.
11. Fight the Perfect Fight
November 30, 2012
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. Semifinal Showdown
December 7, 2012
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. Finale
December 15, 2012
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.