Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen are ready to go from friends to rival coaches on the newest season of “The Ultimate Fighter.”

UFC Hall of Famers Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen couldn't be more excited to coach the next season of The Ultimate Fighter.

The UFC has tapped Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen to helm the next season of its iconic reality show, The Ultimate Fighter.

UFC Hall of Famers Chael Sonnen and Daniel Cormier will return to the gym for a highly-anticipated clash later in 2025. Chael Sonnen and Daniel Cormier never got to fight in their Octagon careers. But years after both UFC legends hung up the gloves, they’ll square off in a competitive setting in Las Vegas.

Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen will serve as opposing coaches in the next edition of the UFC's "The Ultimate Fighter" reality series. The show premieres May 27 and will air on ESPN. They will not square off in a fight at the conclusion of the season.