The Ultimate Fighter: Team Cormier vs Team Sonnen S33E04 Full Show
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Broadcast Details
Air Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Streaming Platforms: ESPN2 and ESPN+ (10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT)
Venue: UFC Apex / TUF Training Facility, Las Vegas, Nevada
Episode Breakdown
Special Guest Coach Appearance
MMA veteran and TUF Season 4 winner Matt Serra made a return to the house as a guest coach. Bringing his signature grappling insight and motivational energy, Serra worked with both teams, giving fighters a crash course in ground control and defensive techniques.
Welterweight Quarterfinal Showdown
A major twist occurred before the bout even began—Andreeas Binder (Team Sonnen) missed the welterweight limit by 4.5 lbs. Instead of accepting a walkover win, Jeff Creighton (Team Cormier) agreed to fight in exchange for a $12,500 compensation, arranged by Sonnen himself.
Once in the cage, Creighton delivered a clinical performance. Across two rounds, he imposed strong top control, opened a cut with precision striking, and dominated with relentless ground-and-pound. He earned a majority decision and secured his place in the welterweight semifinals.
Results & Next Matchups
- Quarterfinal Result: Jeff Creighton defeated Andreeas Binder via majority decision (2 rounds)
- Semifinal Bracket Update:
- Welterweight: Jeff Creighton advances
- Flyweight (Next Episode): Alibi Idiris (Team Cormier) vs. Furkatbek Yokubov (Team Sonnen)
Final Thoughts
This episode delivered a blend of professionalism and high-stakes drama. Matt Serra’s guest coaching added a layer of depth to fighter prep, while the weight-cut controversy created unexpected tension. Jeff Creighton’s decision to fight despite the circumstances—and his ability to dominate—proved his mental and physical toughness.
Next week, expect more fireworks as the flyweight division takes center stage, continuing the march toward the TUF 33 finale.