New season of The Ultimate Fighter reveals cast for bantamweight and strawweight

The UFC has announced the full roster for the new season of The Ultimate Fighter reality competition show. The men's bantamweight division includes ten fighters from various countries including Peru, Finland, Kazakhstan, Russia, United States, Cuba, Great Britain, Dominican Republic, Kyrgyzstan, and Azerbaijan. Notable participants include Rodrigo Vera (21-1-1), Abdul Hussein (15-2), and Artem Belakh (11-2). The women's strawweight division features ten fighters including Natalia Alves (8-0), Melissa Amaya (8-0), and Valesca Machado (15-4). The season will feature fighters competing for UFC contracts in their respective divisions. The cast represents diverse international backgrounds typical of modern TUF seasons.