The Ultimate Fighter: Team Cormier vs Team Sonnen S33E09
The Ultimate Fighter: Team Cormier vs Team Sonnen S33E09
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Air Date:
July 23, 2025
10:00 PM ET
Streaming on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass
Event Location:
UFC Apex, Las Vegas, NV, USA
Episode 9 Fight Card
One featured quarterfinal bout took center stage:
Lightweight Division – Quarterfinal Fight:
Mike “The Machine” Johnson (Team Cormier) vs. Carlos “The Viper” Ortega (Team Sonnen)
The episode also included exclusive team training footage, strategy sessions, and interactions inside the TUF house.
Episode Overview
The ninth installment of The Ultimate Fighter: Team Cormier vs Team Sonnen delivered an exciting mix of competitive energy and team rivalry. With both coaches pushing their fighters to the limit, the build-up to the big lightweight fight was intense.
Fight Summary:
Mike Johnson came out strong, dominating with his wrestling and top control. Ortega had a few explosive moments, especially in the second round with a near-finish via submission. However, Johnson’s composure and consistent pressure earned him the edge on the scorecards.
Winner: Mike Johnson via Unanimous Decision, advancing to the semifinals.
Venue Highlight
Filmed at the state-of-the-art UFC Apex, this episode once again showcased how the no-crowd setting brings a raw and intense energy to each contest.
Wrap-Up
Episode 9 raised the stakes as the tournament moved deeper into the bracket. With Mike Johnson’s impressive win, Team Cormier gained more ground heading into the semis. Fans can expect even more drama and elite-level fighting as the season continues.
Tune in next week for more matchups and surprises from the TUF house!
