The Ultimate Fighter: Team Cormier vs Team Sonnen S33E11 Full Show
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Date and Location
Date: August 5, 2025
Location: UFC Apex Facility, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Match Result – Flyweight Semifinal
- Joseph Morales (Team Sonnen) vs Imanol Rodriguez (Team Cormier)
- Result: Joseph Morales won via split decision after three competitive rounds.
- Match Type: Flyweight Semifinal (TUF 33)
Episode Highlights
- Special Visit: Former TUF champion Mairon Santos visited Team Cormier to inspire the fighters before the semifinal.
- Strategic Approaches:
- Daniel Cormier coached Rodriguez to focus on forward pressure and wrestling.
- Chael Sonnen instructed Morales to fight more aggressively and trust his instincts.
- Fight Recap:
- Morales controlled Round 1 with takedowns and cage control.
- Rodriguez came back strong in Round 2 with effective striking and forward aggression.
- The third round was razor-close, with Morales edging out the victory in a split decision.
Episode Conclusion
The semifinal bout completed the flyweight bracket, with Joseph Morales securing his place in the TUF 33 final against Alibi Idiris. Episode 11 highlighted emotional resilience, close strategy battles, and intense coaching moments, making it one of the season’s most memorable chapters.