TUF 27 Episode 10 draws 218,000 viewers

The Ultimate Fighter 27 episode 10 drew 218,000 viewers per Nielsen via ShowBuzz Daily.  Despite being down in the live + SD ratings this week, the DVR viewership is on the rise.

This week’s show featured the fight for a slot in the featherweight tournament finals on July 6^th at the TUF Finale.  Brian Katona faced Bryce Mitchell in a battle of Team Cormier teammates.  Katona ended up winning via submission in the third and final round.

 

Live and DVR + 3 Ratings Increases

1          201,000           298,000           +48%

2          186,000           296,000           +59%

3          246,000           366,000           +48%

4          207,000           357,000           +72%

5          176,000           362,000           +106%

6          196,000           398,000           +103%

7          275,000           437,000           +58%

8          248,000           443,000           +79%

9          290,000           462,000           +59%

Payout Perspective:

While the live + SD ratings may not be trending in a verified direction, the viewership via DVR is going up as the season is ending.  The last 5 episodes have seen a steady increase in viewership via recording the episode for later consumption.