The Situation

S23 E6: After reaching the halfway mark in the preliminary round, the coaches turn their attention to their next fighters. However, not all remaining contenders have their head in the game. On the heels of getting a troubling call from his wife back home, Abdel is forced to decide whether to leave the competition or risk the end of his marriage. After hearing about the fighter's predicament, Dana White calls him into his office and ends up giving Abdel an interesting opportunity. Joanna and her coaches work hard to prepare a young competitor for the next fight. The ambitious fighter believes that his inexperience will not hinder him in the fight. Meanwhile, as training continues for both teams, a losing fighter feels likes he may have the opportunity to get a second chance if things don't work out for Abdel. Claudia's next fighter, a skilled veteran with a dark past, is unimpressed by his opponent and feels like he will have no problems getting the victory. As fight day approaches, the fighters have no issues making weight. The night before the matchup, guys and girls decide to have some fun at the house and a series of pranks ensues. Finally, the fighters step into to the octagon and the fifth winner claims his semifinal spot. The next fight is announced for what promises to be an explosive strawweight matchup.