The Ultimate Fighter

10 Best Episodes of The Ultimate Fighter - Season 19

Sixteen aspiring mixed martial artists live together, train together and compete against each other to become the Ultimate Fighter. They receive coaching from UFC champions and contenders in a variety of martial arts including wrestling, boxing, judo, Jiu-Jitsu, karate and kickboxing. The winner receives a six-figure contract from the UFC.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 10, 2023.

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The Ultimate Fighter - S19E9

#13 - Get That Money (Season 19 - Episode 9)

The fighters take a field trip to the Harley-Davidson Boot Camp. Cocky Matt Van Buren of Team Edgar and Irish fighter Chris Fields of Team Penn bring their rivalry to the Octagon in the last preliminary fight. Then, Dana announces the semifinal matchups.

The episode was rated 6.70 from 30 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E5

#12 - Too Salty (Season 19 - Episode 5)

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On the heels of Tim Williams' suprising loss, BJ gives his team a lecture on the risks of overtraining. Team Edgar heads to the mountains for a scenic practice session. Then, former boxer Josh Clark tries to get momentum back in Team Penn's favor, as he faces skilled wrestler Corey Anderson of Team Edgar.

The episode was rated 6.90 from 29 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E8

#11 - Someone's Getting Bullied (Season 19 - Episode 8)

Team Penn’s number one middleweight Mike King takes on the powerful underdog, Eddie Gordon of Team Edgar. Only one will win, earning a spot in the semifinals. And, BJ Penn and Frankie Edgar make a splash in this season’s coaches’ challenge.

The episode was rated 6.97 from 32 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E3

#10 - Anytime, Anywhere (Season 19 - Episode 3)

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After losing the first fight of the competition, Frankie Edgar brings in famed jiu jitsu black belt Renzo Gracie to work with his team. While Team Penn's Daniel Spohn uses free time at the house to work on training techniques, Team Edgar preacher Todd Monaghan gathers the teams during down time to hold a sermon. Then, with a spot in the semis on the line, Spohn and Monaghan face off in the second preliminary fight.

The episode was rated 7.15 from 40 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E11

#9 - The Zombie (Season 19 - Episode 11)

Teammates Patrick Walsh and Corey Anderson prepare to face off in the semi-finals. Training controversy causes the Edgar fighters to erupt in rage, and the coaches attempt to mediate. And then, it’s a semifinal slugfest between light heavyweights.

The episode was rated 7.23 from 26 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E10

#8 - One Fight Away (Season 19 - Episode 10)

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The semifinals kick off with a middleweight battle between the highly touted Irishman, Cathal Pendred and the underdog from New York, Eddie Gordon. But first, Dana brings the semifinalists to the MGM Grand, delivering an inspiring speech to those still in the tournament.

The episode was rated 7.30 from 33 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E4

#7 - Stand and Bang (Season 19 - Episode 4)

Having secured two wins in the first two matchups, Team Penn looks to continue the streak. Meanwhile, at the house, a rivalry develops between two light heavyweights. In the Octagon, it’s a middleweight battle as jui jitsu brown belt Tim Williams of Team Penn takes on jui jitsu purple belt Dhiego Lima of Team Edgar.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 31 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E12

#6 - The Big Show (Season 19 - Episode 12)

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The remaining finale spots are determined in two semifinal fights. First, it’s a middleweight battle as Dhiego Lima takes on Roger Zapata. Then, light heavyweights Matt Van Buren and Daniel Spohn bring their heavy hands to the cage, facing off in the most vicious battle of the season.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 23 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E6

#5 - Fight to Live (Season 19 - Episode 6)

The teams are tied heading into the third middleweight matchup of the season. Roger Zapata takes on the favored Ian Stephens and when the fight is finished, Dana reacts explosively to one of the most controversial bouts in TUF history.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 34 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E2

#4 - Flying the Flag (Season 19 - Episode 2)

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Eight middleweights and eight light heavyweights move into the fighter house, ready to pursue their dream of becoming The Ultimate Fighter. The tournament kicks off with a matchup between Irishman Cathal Pendred and the Mexican-born Hector Urbina. At weigh-ins, Coaches BJ Penn and Frankie Edgar must pull their heated fighters apart. Later, the two middleweights enter the Octagon prepared for a vicious battle.

The episode was rated 7.51 from 35 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E7

#3 - Kinetic Chess (Season 19 - Episode 7)

Tensions boil over at the house in the wake of Roger Zapata's controversial win over Ian Stephens, causing a rift between the teams. And in the sixth preliminary fight, wrestler Patrick Walsh of Team Edgar tries to get the momentum back in their favor and take out Team Penn #1 pick Anton Berzin.

The episode was rated 7.70 from 27 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E13

#2 - Eddie Gordon vs. Dhiego Lima TUF 19 Finale (Season 19 - Episode 13)

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Eddie Gordon and Dhiego Lima step into the Octagon to determine the winner of the The Ultimate Fighter 19 at the Finale.

The episode was rated 7.80 from 15 votes.

The Ultimate Fighter - S19E1

#1 - The Hurting Game (Season 19 - Episode 1)

Two-time opponents Frankie Edgar and B.J. Penn meet as opposing coaches in Season 19, which opens with 16 middleweights and 16 light heavyweights battling to enter the competition. The first matchup is announced after Penn and Edgar select their teams.

The episode was rated 7.80 from 35 votes.

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