“The Ultimate Fighter 31: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler” kicked off in style with its debut episode Tuesday on ESPN.
The season is set to run from May 30 to Aug. 15 with the live finale expected for later this year. The promotion also intends for coaches [autotag]Conor McGregor[/autotag] and [autotag]Michael Chandler[/autotag] to square off in the months that follow the conclusion of the season.
On the premiere episode, McGregor and Chandler meet face to face and exchange words before they draft teams. The season kicks off with one of the fastest knockouts in the series’ history.
Scroll below for a recap of Episode 1 and make sure to check out an exclusive insider look from TUF 31 cast member Kurt Holobaugh, who will peel back the curtain on MMA Junkie the morning after each episode airs.