The Ultimate Fighter is set to return this summer with a new season featuring two of the sport’s most recognizable figures stepping into coaching roles. Daniel Cormier and Michael Bisping will headline the upcoming installment, which debuts Sunday, June 14 on Paramount+. The premiere coincides with UFC Freedom 250, and new episodes will roll out weekly on Tuesdays across a 12-episode schedule.
The season, branded Team Cormier vs. Team Bisping, will feature 16 fighters competing across two divisions. Male bantamweights at 135 pounds and female strawweights at 115 pounds will battle for the opportunity to earn a UFC contract.
The long-running series has played a significant role in growing the UFC’s audience. It has also helped develop fighters who later became champions and stars. Among the notable alumni are Kamaru Usman, Tony Ferguson, T.J. Dillashaw and Rose Namajunas.
Other recognizable names include Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor, who previously served as a coach on the show.
Lionsgate Alternative Television continues to produce the series, which remains a key entry point for new fans discovering the sport.
Cormier enters the season with prior coaching experience and a decorated resume. He is one of only a handful of fighters to hold UFC titles in two divisions simultaneously. During his career, he secured wins over notable opponents such as Stipe Miocic and Anderson Silva. This marks his third stint as a coach on the program, and he will look to guide his team with a mix of technical skill and veteran leadership.
Bisping also brings familiarity with the format. He won Season 3 of the show before building a championship career inside the Octagon. He later returned as a coach and now takes on the role again, aiming to translate his experience and strategic approach into team success. His career highlights include victories over Luke Rockhold and Dan Henderson.
In addition to the new season, past installments of The Ultimate Fighter will become available on Paramount+ later in May. The expanded library offers viewers a chance to revisit the series’ impact ahead of its latest chapter.
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