The Ultimate Fighter: Team Cormier vs Team Sonnen S33E05

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Air Date & Location

Air Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Location: UFC APEX, Las Vegas, Nevada

Episode 5 Matchup

Flyweight Bout: Alibi Idiris (Team Cormier) vs. Furkatbek Yokubov (Team Sonnen)

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In this quarterfinal flyweight matchup, undefeated Alibi Idiris of Team Cormier faces Furkatbek Yokubov from Team Sonnen. Idiris, known for his relentless cardio and grappling, takes on the powerful striker Yokubov, who boasts a 4-fight win streak. Both fighters are eager to advance, setting the stage for an intense battle.

Quarterfinal Results

Flyweight:
- Joseph Morales (Team Sonnen) defeated Eduardo Henrique (Team Cormier) via first-round submission (rear-naked choke)
- Imanol Rodriguez (Team Cormier) defeated Arshiyan Memon (Team Sonnen) via first-round TKO (strikes)
- Alibi Idiris (Team Cormier) defeated Furkatbek Yokubov (Team Sonnen) via decision
Welterweight:
- Daniil Donchenko (Team Cormier) defeated Richard Martins (Team Sonnen) via decision
- Jeff Creighton (Team Cormier) defeated Andreeas Binder (Team Sonnen) via decision

Advancing to the semifinals: Morales, Rodriguez, Donchenko, Creighton, and Idiris. Eliminated: Henrique, Memon, Martins, Binder, and Yokubov.

Episode Conclusion

Alibi Idiris secured his spot in the semifinals with a dominant performance over Furkatbek Yokubov. Despite a low blow and an eye poke that led to point deductions, Idiris showcased superior wrestling and ground control to earn the decision victory.