The Ultimate Fighter (Season 16)

The next generation of UFC stars are produced in an intense elimination tournament that separates the contenders from the pretenders.

Bring It! (Episode 1)
Air date: 2012-09-14
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Shane Carwin and Roy Nelson coach opposing teams of fighters competing for a six-figure UFC contract.
What We Do (Episode 2)
Air date: 2012-09-21
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: 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.
We Have Control (Episode 3)
Air date: 2012-09-28
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: 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.
Can't Fix Stupid (Episode 4)
Air date: 2012-10-05
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: 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.
Unleash the Beast (Episode 5)
Air date: 2012-10-12
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: A fourth fighter is eliminated from the 16 welterweights battling for a coveted UFC contract.
One Mission (Episode 6)
Air date: 2012-10-19
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: 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.
Summer Camp (Episode 7)
Air date: 2012-10-26
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: The sixth preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em (Episode 8)
Air date: 2012-11-02
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: The seventh preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
Betrayal (Episode 9)
Air date: 2012-11-09
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: The final preliminary bout between Team Carwin and Team Nelson.
Coming for You (Episode 10)
Air date: 2012-11-16
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: The first two quarterfinal fights.
Fight the Perfect Fight (Episode 11)
Air date: 2012-11-30
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: 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.
Semifinal Showdown (Episode 12)
Air date: 2012-12-07
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: 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.
Finale (Episode 13)
Air date: 2012-12-15
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: 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.