For every Forrest Griffin and Michael Bisping discovered on the show, there are dozens of athletes who come out of The Ultimate Fighter having leaned MMA simply isn’t for them. Tait Fletcher was one of them - but - as FIGHT PASS discovered, he’s found success elsewhere.
The last time UFC fans saw Noah Inhofer, he was in tears, storming out of season 3 of The Ultimate Fighter because his girlfriend had heard a rumor about him. He threw away a chance at UFC stardom to go talk with her – a decade on we find out what happened next.
Din Thomas had already fought the likes of Jens Pulver and BJ Penn when he entered ‘The Comeback’ season of The Ultimate Fighter in 2006. FIGHT PASS catches up with the fighter turned trainer.
Bobby Southworth’s verbal tormenting of Chris Leben was one of the most talked about scenes of the original season of The Ultimate Fighter. Over a decade on, he reflects on that emotionally charged series.
A decade removed from his run in The Ultimate Fighter, Luke Cummo is still remembered as one of the most unlikely finalists in TUF history. FIGHT PASS catches up with the eccentric former welterweight.
Shonie Carter showed up to the Comeback season of TUF with a suitcase of neon shirts and an even louder personality. UFC fans only saw him once more – what’s he been doing since?
Five years on from that emotional retirement speech, FIGHT PASS catches up with Chris “Lights Out” Lytle, one of the most exciting UFC fighters of any era.
His sublime submission skills took him to a UFC title shot - but Travis Lutter was never comfortable with the fame that came with UFC success. FIGHT PASS caught up with the TUF 4 winner.
The sight of the 6ft 9inch Wes Sims stomping on Frank Mir isn’t easily forgotten. FIGHT PASS tracks down one of the original wildmen of the Octagon.
With a career spanning over two decades, Jeremy Horn fought everyone from Dan Severn and Chuck Liddell to Anderson Silva and Minotauro Nogueira. But – as FIGHT PASS found out – he isn’t quite done yet.
Spending just eight months in the UFC, Olympic wrestling champ Kevin Jackson won the UFC 14 middleweight tournament, fought for the inaugural UFC 205lbs title fought in 1998’s fight of the year. Two decades on, FIGHT PASS drops in with the most decorated wrestler in UFC history.
A quarter-century on, the image of Art Jimmerson wearing a single boxing glove at UFC 1 remains vivid. FIGHT PASS caught up with a man devoted to family, faith and fighting.
FIGHT PASS customers know the charismatic former UFC welterweight title challenger has successfully transitioned to color commentating, but he is keeping busy outside of MMA, too. WATN catches up with “The Outlaw.”
A highly decorated Tae Kwon Do champion, “The Wizard” was already aged 33 when he made his MMA debut and the wrong side of 35 when he scored an incredible 10-second KO in the UFC. He continued to compete until well into his 40s – but where is the MMA pioneer now?
Women’s MMA trailblazer Sexton had already begun thinking of a life after fighting – then the UFC called. She had two bouts inside the Octagon before returning to Cage Warriors for a retirement fight vs a promising young talent named Joanna Jędrzejczyk. W A T N catches up with a British pioneer.
Frenchman Liaudin moved to London in 1996 with no qualifications and speaking no English. Learn how “The Joker” parlayed a run in the UFC into a highly successful career as an actor and stuntman.
A memorable character from season nine of The Ultimate Fighter, college-educated artist Osipczak walked away from the sport aged just 25. What happened to the prospect who destroyed Matt Riddle?
A popular fighter who won the second season of The Ultimate Fighter, Joe “Daddy” Stevenson fought the likes of BJ Penn and Nate Diaz during his 16-fight career in the UFC. But his greatest battle came after his run in the Octagon, when a deep depression and alcoholism threatened to derail his life.
Before Conor McGregor, Irish MMA found a hero in fiercely proud Irish-American Marcus Davis, a 15-fight UFC veteran who was always in a good scrap. Sharing a day in his post-retirement life as a coach and gym owner, Davis reflects on his memorable UFC run and how he is adjusting to contributing to the sport outside of the Octagon.
Tim Sylvia fought a who’s who of his era, including Frank Mir, Randy Couture and Minotauro Nogueira. The two-time UFC heavyweight champ reflects on his fighting career and his new roles as a hunting show presenter, development contractor and father.
With the distinctive dyed blue hair and unforgettable story of drawing courage from his son’s battle with brain cancer, Haynes struck a memorable character during the third season of The Ultimate Fighter in 2006. Seven years on from his final MMA fight, Haynes has moved on from the sport completely.
With a unique mix of submission and striking skills, Brazilian Marco Ruas is undoubtedly one of the progenitors of modern mixed martial arts. Now 57-years-old and living in California, the Luta Livre legend says he is at peace with this fighting legacy.
A cast member of the ‘comeback’ season of The Ultimate Fighter over a decade ago Spratt, still in shape at 46-years-old, is planning a final bout in 2017 while also focusing on teaching MMA, a music career and fatherhood.
A UFC and PRIDE veteran dating back to 1997, Renzo Gracie carried out the tradition of his grandfather, a founder of Brazilian jiu-jitsu, before family tragedy threatened to derail his entire career. Now he’s brought his famous last name and sense of humor to the East Coast, where he teaches at his namesake training academies.
After making his pro debut at UFC 4, Guy Mezger went on to defeat Tito Ortiz with a broken hand to win the UFC 13 tournament. When a stroke ended his sports career, Mezger made the unlikely jump from MMA to medical school. He now works for a supplement development company and assists recovering veterans at his gym.
Though he resides in his Iowa hometown with his wife and daughters, Pat Miletich hasn’t left the bright lights of professional MMA behind. After years spent coaching other UFC greats, the former champion and UFC Hall of Famer now commentates live combat sport events around the world.
A UFC staple for nearly ten years, Sean Sherk helped put the lightweight division on the map. Since retiring from MMA, the former champion has found a new focus – being a father to his two sons, who he coaches in wrestling. Sherk has also turned his drive to win to his business endeavors.
A protégé of Renzo Gracie, Ricardo Almeida defied his family’s wishes by following his passion for jiu-jitsu. That led to two stints in the UFC, plus fights in Pancrase and PRIDE, making “Big Dog” a true MMA pioneer. Whether he’s coaching UFC world champions or his autistic son, Almeida has made his home on the mats.
UFC Hall of Famer Mark Coleman turned his Olympic wrestling skills into MMA success, becoming the first UFC heavyweight champion and PRIDE Grand Prix champion. Known as “the godfather of ground & pound,” the legendary Coleman now works to repair the strained relationship with his older daughters as he relishes a new title: Stay-at-home dad.
A BJJ world champion several times over who trained under Royler Gracie, Vinny Magalhaes was a character member of the eighth season of The Ultimate Fighter, reaching the final. After two stints in the UFC, Magalhaes found his calling as a coach in Las Vegas.
Legendary MMA pioneer Dan “The Beast” Severn was a giant of the early UFC. Now in his sixties, the UFC Hall of Famer’s work ethic and drive is as strong as ever - and he splits his time between coaching MMA, pro-wrestling, law enforcement and being a proud father and grandfather.
Born deaf, Matt Hamill’s inspirational story made him a memorable character in the third season of The Ultimate Fighter. Now 40, “The Hammer” discusses his fights with Tito Ortiz, Michael Bisping and Jon Jones while gearing up for one last run as an active competitor.
In the last 2000s, Jorge Gurgel’s bromance with best-friend and UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin was the stuff of internet meme legend. A well-liked competitor, after leaving the UFC Gurgel suffered a personal tragedy which set him on a new path in life.
The pioneer of the crucifix side-control position, Canada’s Ivan Salaverry was a well-rounded mixed martial artist in an era still populated by single-skilled competitors. WATN finds Salaverry living his ideal life as a businessman and father.
The first man to wear the UFC middleweight crown, Dave Menne’s formative years in the sport were during the dark age era. After an incredible 64-fight career, Menne travelled the world searching for inspiration for the second act in his life. The answer was surprising…