Jens Pulver
In 2005, Hughes participated as a coach opposite Rich Franklin in the second season of the Spike TV reality television series, "The Ultimate Fighter". This was the first season where the coaches did not fight each other after the conclusion of the show, because Franklin and Hughes were champions in different weight divisions. In 2007, Hughes participated as a guest coach for long-time friend and training partner, Jens Pulver during "The Ultimate Fighter 5" season.