Dana White’s contender Series Season 9: How to Watch and What to Expect
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Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS) is back for its ninth season, offering up-and-coming fighters a chance to earn a UFC contract. The show continues to be a proving ground for talent, with recent graduates already making an impact in the UFC. This season promises more exciting matchups and potential future stars. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch and what to expect, including a new analytical approach to evaluating the competition each fighter has faced.
How to Watch Season 9
Dana White’s Contender Series Season 9 will stream exclusively on ESPN+. New episodes will be released weekly, starting August 27, 2024.
A New Metric: The “Since score”
This season, the coverage will introduce a new metric called the “Since Score” to assess the quality of competition each fighter has previously faced. This score is calculated by compiling the win-loss records of all opponents,subtracting losses from wins (draws count as +0.5, and no contests as -0.5). A higher “Since Score” theoretically indicates a fighter has tested themselves against tougher opposition. This provides a more nuanced understanding of a fighter’s experience level beyond simply looking at their overall record.
Week 1 matchups
The first week of Season 9 features two compelling fights:
Ilioan Bouafia Vs. Neemias Santanana
This bout pits Bouafia against Santanana in what promises to be an exciting clash of styles. Further details about each fighter’s background and record will be crucial to understanding the potential outcome, and the “Since Score” will offer valuable insight into the level of competition they’ve encountered.
Looking Ahead
DWCS continues to be a vital pathway for aspiring UFC fighters. The introduction of the “Since Score” adds a new layer of analysis to the show, allowing viewers to better understand the challenges each athlete has overcome and their potential for success in the UFC.As the season progresses, expect more thrilling fights and the emergence of the next generation of UFC talent.