Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender Series continues to entertain MMA fans and debut exciting new talent into the UFC. Originally airing on UFC Fight Pass in 2017, the program has become a vital tool for the UFC to funnel young, fighters into the spotlight, especially for casual fans.
The show produced early viral moments, such as when Snoop Dogg and UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber commentated on future champion “Suga” Sean O’Malley’s spectacular Contender Series knockout, instantly turning him into a star.
Since its inception, the series has now produced more than just contenders, but three UFC champions, taking both prestige and popularity from the UFC’s original breakout platform, The Ultimate Fighter.