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The Ultimate Fighter S1E3 — Making Weight

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The Ultimate Fighter•Season 1•Episode 3

Making Weight

7.1/10 · 46 votesJan 31, 200560 min

Ranked #4 of 16 in Season 1•+0.9 vs season avg

In preparation for the premiere fight, a top contender struggles to lose 20 lbs in 24 hours or face elimination. Two fighters christen the Octagon with a classic battle of brute strength.

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Dana White

Dana White

UFC President / Self

Randy Couture

Randy Couture

Head Coach / Self

Chuck Liddell

Chuck Liddell

Head Coach / Self

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Marc Laimon

Grappling Coach / Self

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Ganyao Fairtex

Muay Thai Coach / Self

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Peter Welch

Boxing Coach / Self

Forrest Griffin

Forrest Griffin

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Stephan Bonnar

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Diego Sanchez

Diego Sanchez

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Josh Koscheck

Josh Koscheck

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Chris Leben

Chris Leben

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Kenny Florian

Kenny Florian

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Episode Summary

"Making Weight" is episode 3 of The Ultimate Fighter season 1. It scored 7.1/10 from 46 votes, ranking #4 of 16 episodes this season (season average 6.2). It aired on January 31, 2005.

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