‘The Ultimate Fighter 31: McGregor vs. Chandler’ Episode 4 recap: Drawn-out negotiating, fight finally scheduled

“The Ultimate Fighter 31: McGregor vs. Chandler ” returned as a bout previously canceled due to a cold sore took place – but not without coaches bickering.

“The Ultimate Fighter 31: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler” returned Tuesday for Episode 4 and featured a fight that was canceled earlier in the season due to a cold sore.

On Episode 4, the matchup between [autotag]Timur Valiev[/autotag] and [autotag]Trevor Wells[/autotag] finally happens after a disagreement and negotiations between coaches from each team pertaining to the weight class.

The season runs 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.

Scroll below for a recap of Episode 4 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.