The Ultimate Fighter Returns with Season 31: Team McGregor vs Team Chandler

The Ultimate Fighter, the iconic reality television series that has introduced millions of new and die-hard fans to future UFC champions and top contenders, is back with its 31st season. This time, the bantamweights and lightweights will compete against each other, and the season will be coached by former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler. The twelve-episode season of The Ultimate Fighter 31 will premiere exclusively on ESPN with one episode out each Tuesday beginning May 30, followed by their streaming on ESPN+ at 11 p.m. Here is a detailed outline of what you can expect from this season-

Basic Information and Dates

• Season: 31
• Coaches: Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler
• Competition: Bantamweights and Lightweights
• Air Date: May 30, 2022
• Network: ESPN+
• Running Time: 12 Episodes
• Location: Las Vegas

Contestants

• List of 16 Contestants Selected
• Contestants Name and Details
• Bantamweights Competitors
• Lightweights Competitors

Overview

Season 31 of The Ultimate Fighter features fighters from the lightweight and bantamweight divisions of the UFC. The whole season with twelve episodes will focus on the competition and redemption between current promising prospects and former UFC fighters. While former UFC double champion Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler will be the coaches of the season, they will also fight in the octagon later this year with a date and location yet-to-be-announced.

Theme: Redemption

The upcoming season of the ultimate Fighter will have a theme of “Redemption” which means former UFC fighters will be pitted against rising prospects. The chosen fighters will get a chance to redeem themselves by fighting and proving their mettle once again. The theme amplifies the stakes and promises intensive competition throughout the season.

The Coaches: Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler

Conor McGregor is a former two-division UFC champion, known for his flamboyant personality inside and outside the octagon. He will be a coach for the second time in The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler. His opponent and light-heavyweight Michael Chandler, on the other hand, is an ex-Bellator lightweight champion. Chandler’s energy, fighting style, and captivating personality will make the season exciting to watch.

Structure of the Season

The Ultimate Fighter 31 will feature eight consecutive weeks of action-packed episodes. Each episode will be 60 minutes long, and viewers can expect to see two fights per episode. The final four competitors will then fight during the semifinals, with two winners advancing to the final. The winner of the season will receive a six-figure UFC contract.

Streaming and Availability

The whole season of The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs Team Chandler will be available for streaming exclusively on ESPN+ from 11 p.m. as soon as the episodes finish airing on ESPN every Tuesday. In addition to this season, all 30 previous seasons of The Ultimate Fighter will be accessible on ESPN+.

Conclusion

The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs Team Chandler is an exciting season to watch, thanks to the charismatic and energetic coaches, high stakes, and a promising line-up of bantamweights and lightweights. Fans will enjoy the intense competition, dynamic cast, and transformative journey that only the Ultimate Fighter brings.

FAQs

1. Who are the coaches of Ultimate Fighter: Season 31?

Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler are the coaches for The Ultimate Fighter: Season 31.

2. What is the theme for Season 31 of The Ultimate Fighter?

The theme for the upcoming season is “Redemption,” which pits former UFC fighters against rising prospects.

3. Where and when can I watch The Ultimate Fighter: Season 31?

You can watch The Ultimate Fighter: Season 31 aired on ESPN and stream exclusive episodes on ESPN+, starting from May 30, 2022.

4. How long will The Ultimate Fighter: Season 31 run?

The Ultimate Fighter: Season 31 will run for a total of twelve episodes, one episode per week.

5. When and where will Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler fight after the season ends?

The date and location for the fight are yet to be determined, but it will happen after the conclusion of the series.