Everything You Need to Know About The Ultimate Fighter 33
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The Ultimate Fighter 33 (TUF 33) celebrates the 20th anniversary of the iconic UFC-produced reality series. Returning to its classic format, the season features male flyweights and welterweights competing for a UFC contract through weekly elimination bouts between Team Sonnen and Team Cormier.
Fans can expect emotional backstories, high-level training, and the signature TUF house drama. In the end, two fighters—one from each weight class—will earn UFC contracts.
How to Watch
When: May 27, 2025
Airs: Every Tuesday
Where to Watch: ESPN2, ESPN+ & UFC Fight Pass
The Ultimate Fighter 33 Coaches
Two of the most respected voices in MMA will coach this season: Former UFC Heavyweight & Light Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier, and former UFC Middleweight & Light Heavyweight title challenger Chael Sonnen. Both legends return to TUF with stacked coaching staffs by their side.
Team Cormier
- Daniel Cormier
- Tiago Beowulf
- Rosendo Sanchez
- Bob Cook
- John Wood
- Michael Chiesa
- Julius Creed
Team Sonnen
- Chael Sonnen
- Clayton Hires
- Stephen Smith
- Jamie Huey
- Colby Covington
- Mason Fowler
Expect elite coaching, fiery exchanges, and compelling mentorship from two of the sharpest minds—and mouths—in the sport. With this roster of talent, exciting fights are inevitable.
Welterweight Roster (170 lbs)
| Fighter | Record | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Sanchez | 15-3 | High win total, finishes |
| Andrees Binder | 10-2 | European veteran |
| Danil Donchenko | 11-2 | Strong grappler with power |
| Diego Bianchini | 9-1 | Surging prospect with knockout power |
| Jeff Creighton | 11-2-1 | Well-rounded with big-fight experience |
| Richard Martins | 9-1 | Brazilian brawler |
| Rodrigo Sezinando | 8-1 | Technical striker |
| Matt Dixon | 11-1 | DWCS alum, returning after a 3-year hiatus |
Flyweight Roster (125 lbs)
| Fighter | Record | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alibi Idiris | 10-0 | Undefeated prospect |
| Arshiyan Memon | 7-0 | Another unbeaten fighter |
| Eduardo Chapolin | 13-2 | High-level experience in Brazil |
| Furkatbek Yokubov | 15-4 | Most experienced in the group |
| Imanol Rodriguez | 5-0 | Promising young talent |
| Joseph Morales | 12-2 | Ex-UFC fighter, faced Deiveson Figueiredo |
| Roybert Echeverria | 10-2 | DWCS alum seeking redemption |
| Tumelo Manyamala | 6-1 | Breakout South African talent |
We broke down the flyweight rosters for both Team Cormier and Team Sonnen after uncovering the lineup through a video posted by UFC bantamweight Elijah Smith. Check out our full breakdown on YouTube—and don’t forget to subscribe!
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