The Ultimate Fighter is back, featuring eight middleweights and eight bantamweights from around the world.
UFC.com sat down with each of the 16 contestants to learn a little bit about them and why they believe they’re going to walk away the winner of season 29.
Record: 7-0
Birthplace: Nampa, ID
Fighting out of: Las Vegas, NV
Nickname: “Gun Slinger”
Age: 30
Stat: Two wins by KO, three by submission
UFC: What is going to be the biggest challenge for you during the show?
Hunsinger: The biggest challenge is going to be being away from my wife and son, but there’s nothing I’m more qualified for. I’ve been doing this for eight years now and I dedicated my life to this, so I’m ready.
UFC: What makes you a force to be reckoned with in the Octagon?
Hunsinger: I think I have the power, that knockout power that Conor McGregor has. I feel that I have that Khabib [Nurmagomedov] style wrestling to smother people and maul people. I really want to let the world see that.
Check out every contestant's profile on The Return of The Ultimate Fighter here.
UFC: Why do you think you will be a fan favorite this season?
Hunsinger: Just being genuine. I think I am a cool and laid-back guy and people will be able to relate to that. I’m not taking any B.S. from these fighters, but I’m also not starting it, either.
UFC: Why will you be the winner of The Ultimate Fighter?
Hunsinger: It’s going to be me because I’ve sacrificed my life for this sport and dedicated my life to this sport. I truly believe that I can dig deeper than anyone.
Make sure you tune in to season 29 of The Ultimate Fighter, which airs live on ESPN+ on June 1st at 9pm ET / 6pm PT.
