'The Ultimate Fighter 14' went out on top. According to figures acquired by MMA Nation, Wednesday's regular-season finale collected 1.7 million viewers, the highest total of the season. By comparison, the ratings for TUF 13's final episode tallied in at just under 1.2 million viewers.
Additionally, the one-hour broadcast drew a 1.2 household rating, a 1.7 in males age 18-49, and a 1.91 in males age 18-34. In contrast, last season's episode pulled a 1.2 household rating, a 1.14 in males 18 to 34, and a 1.2 in males 18 to 49. Among basic cable networks in their one-hour time slot, 'The Ultimate Fighter' once again ranked in the top-three for the two key demographics.
For a comprehensive first-hand account of the tenth episode, check out the recap blog of featherweight contestant Akira Corassani.
'The Ultimate Fighter 14' viewership:
Episode 1: 1.5 million viewers
Episode 2: 1.6 million viewers
Episode 3: 1.3 million viewers
Episode 4: 1.5 million viewers
Episode 5: 1.6 million viewers
Episode 6: 1.6 million viewers
Episode 7: 1.5 million viewers
Episode 8: 1.4 million viewers
Episode 9: 1.4 million viewers
Episode 10: 1.7 million viewers