Get ready for fireworks in the coaching corner! The legendary reality series "The Ultimate Fighter" is back this June for its 34th season, and the promotion has pulled out all the stops with a blockbuster coaching lineup. UFC Hall of Famers and fan-favorite analysts Daniel Cormier and Michael Bisping are set to lead the next generation of fighters.
Mark your calendars: the season premieres on Paramount+ on June 14, right after a special UFC event at the White House. For 12 weeks, new episodes will drop every Tuesday, featuring aspiring women's strawweights and men's bantamweights battling for a UFC contract under the guidance of two of the sport's most iconic voices.
This season is a historic clash of coaching titans. Daniel "DC" Cormier, a former two-division champion, makes his third appearance as a head coach, becoming the first person in TUF history to lead teams in back-to-back seasons. He'll bring his signature intensity and championship wisdom to the gym once again.
Facing him is "The Count" Michael Bisping, the ultimate TUF success story. As the Season 3 winner who went on to capture the middleweight crown, Bisping knows exactly what it takes to navigate the pressure cooker of the show. This will also be his third stint as a head coach, promising a fierce and tactical rivalry with Cormier.
The legacy of "The Ultimate Fighter" is undeniable, having launched the careers of numerous champions like Forrest Griffin, Rose Namajunas, and Robert Whittaker. With two of the sport's greatest minds at the helm, Season 34 is poised to discover the next wave of UFC stars. For fight fans and anyone inspired by the grind of mixed martial arts, this is must-watch television that captures the heart and hustle of the sport.
