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The Best Episodes of The Ultimate Fighter Season 16

Every episode of The Ultimate Fighter Season 16 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Ultimate Fighter Season 16!

The Best Episodes of The Ultimate Fighter Season 16

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  1. 8.4/10(9 votes)

    #1 - Can't Fix Stupid

    S16:E4

    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.

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  2. 8.4/10(9 votes)

    #2 - Unleash the Beast

    S16:E5

    A fourth fighter is eliminated from the 16 welterweights battling for a coveted UFC contract.

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  3. 8.4/10(9 votes)

    #3 - One Mission

    S16:E6

    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.

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  4. 8.4/10(9 votes)

    #4 - Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em

    S16:E8

    The seventh preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

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  5. 8.2/10(9 votes)

    #5 - We Have Control

    S16:E3

    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.

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  6. 8.2/10(9 votes)

    #6 - Betrayal

    S16:E9

    The final preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

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  8. 8.0/10(9 votes)

    #7 - Coming for You

    S16:E10

    The first two quarterfinal fights.

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  9. 8.0/10(9 votes)

    #8 - Fight the Perfect Fight

    S16:E11

    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.

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  10. 7.9/10(9 votes)

    #9 - Semifinal Showdown

    S16:E12

    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.

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  11. 7.7/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Bring It!

    S16:E1

    Shane Carwin and Roy Nelson coach opposing teams of fighters competing for a six-figure UFC contract.

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  12. 7.6/10(11 votes)

    #11 - What We Do

    S16:E2

    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.

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  13. 7.0/10(9 votes)

    #12 - Summer Camp

    S16:E7

    The sixth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.

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    #13 - Finale

    S16:E13

    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.

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Season 16 Ratings Summary

"Can't Fix Stupid" is the best rated episode of "The Ultimate Fighter" season 16. It scored 8.4/10 based on 9 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 10/5/2012. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Unleash the Beast".