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Contenders

 
One of David's closest friends is called into question after a man dies while boxing with him. When it turns out this is not the first time such an event has happened, things look even worse. Charlie is busy practicing what little he knows about poker, so he can take Larry's spot in a tournament.
 
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Numb3rs / S03E16 : Contenders
Season 3, Episode 16 | Aired on February 16, 2007 | TV-PG | 45 min. | CBS
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EPISODES
Season 3
Season 3
Season 3
Season 6
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • Numb3rs - Episode 1 - Spree (1)
    Episode 1
    Spree (1)
  • Numb3rs - Episode 2 - Two Daughters (2)
    Episode 2
    Two Daughters (2)
  • Numb3rs - Episode 3 - Provenance
    Episode 3
    Provenance
  • Numb3rs - Episode 4 - The Mole
    Episode 4
    The Mole
  • Numb3rs - Episode 5 - Traffic
    Episode 5
    Traffic
  • Numb3rs - Episode 6 - Longshot
    Episode 6
    Longshot
  • Numb3rs - Episode 7 - Blackout
    Episode 7
    Blackout
  • Numb3rs - Episode 8 - Hardball
    Episode 8
    Hardball
  • Numb3rs - Episode 9 - Waste Not
    Episode 9
    Waste Not
  • Numb3rs - Episode 10 - Brutus
    Episode 10
    Brutus
  • Numb3rs - Episode 11 - Killer Chat
    Episode 11
    Killer Chat
  • Numb3rs - Episode 12 - Nine Wives
    Episode 12
    Nine Wives
  • Numb3rs - Episode 13 - Finders Keepers
    Episode 13
    Finders Keepers
  • Numb3rs - Episode 14 - Take Out
    Episode 14
    Take Out
  • Numb3rs - Episode 15 - End of Watch
    Episode 15
    End of Watch
  • Numb3rs - Episode 16 - Contenders
    Episode 16
    Contenders
  • Numb3rs - Episode 17 - One Hour
    Episode 17
    One Hour
  • Numb3rs - Episode 18 - Democracy
    Episode 18
    Democracy
  • Numb3rs - Episode 19 - Pandora's Box
    Episode 19
    Pandora's Box
  • Numb3rs - Episode 20 - Burn Rate
    Episode 20
    Burn Rate
  • Numb3rs - Episode 21 - The Art of Reckoning
    Episode 21
    The Art of Reckoning
  • Numb3rs - Episode 22 - Under Pressure
    Episode 22
    Under Pressure
  • Numb3rs - Episode 23 - Money for Nothing
    Episode 23
    Money for Nothing
  • Numb3rs - Episode 24 - The Janus List
    Episode 24
    The Janus List

Numb3rs season 3 episode 16 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Pete Munson dies during a sparring match, leading to an investigation with Ben Ellis as the prime suspect, given a similar past incident. The FBI team, with Charlie's analytical skills, explores the possibility of deaths being linked to fighters' rankings. Tensions escalate as Ben escapes custody, and deeper probes into the fighting league's business motives reveal manipulation in fighter scheduling. Eventually, the head of the league is exposed for orchestrating the deaths. Ben is exonerated and triumphs in a fight, while personal rifts, particularly between David and Ben, find resolution.

Full Episode S03E16 Recap

### Scene: Sparring Match and Poker Game - **Sparring Match** - Two fighters spar aggressively; one, Pete Munson, collapses and dies. - Confusion and concern spread as people realize Munson is unresponsive. - **Poker Game** - A casual poker game takes place, discussing probabilities and an upcoming tournament. - The focus shifts to a family dinner, interrupted by an unexpected arrival. ### Scene: Crime Scene Investigation - **Investigation at the Gym** - FBI Agent David Sinclair arrives at the gym where Munson died. - He learns Munson was possibly drugged during the sparring match. - Ben Ellis, the sparring partner, becomes a suspect due to a similar past incident. ### Scene: Analyzing Suspects and Patterns - **Strategy Discussion** - The FBI team, including Charlie, examines the list of suspects and patterns in fighter deaths. - They theorize the deaths may be connected to the fighters' rankings. ### Scene: Interrogation and Escalation - **Interrogating Ben Ellis** - Ben Ellis is interrogated but maintains his innocence. - Tensions rise as personal connections and past events are revealed. - Ben Ellis escapes custody, leading to a manhunt. ### Scene: Investigating the Business Side - **Examining Business Motives** - The team delves into the business side of the fighting league. - They suspect financial motives might be driving the fighter deaths. ### Scene: Charlie's Strategy and Breakthrough - **Charlie's Analysis** - Charlie and his team re-analyze the data with a new perspective. - They uncover evidence of manipulation in fighter scheduling. ### Scene: Confrontation and Resolution - **Confronting the Culprit** - The team confronts the head of the fighting league, revealing his involvement. - Ben Ellis is exonerated and proves himself in a subsequent fight. ### Scene: Aftermath and Personal Resolution - **Closure** - David and Ben reconcile, closing a chapter on their past. - The episode concludes with a sense of resolution and justice served.

Frequently Asked Questions

What incident occurs during the sparring match?

Pete Munson collapses and dies during a sparring match.

Who becomes a suspect in Munson's death?

Ben Ellis, the sparring partner, becomes a suspect.

What was the suspected cause of Munson's death?

Munson was possibly drugged during the sparring match.

Is there a past incident similar to Munson's death?

Yes, a similar past incident involved Ben Ellis in a training match where another fighter died.

What theory does the FBI team consider about the fighter deaths?

The FBI team theorizes that the deaths may be connected to the fighters' rankings.

What does Ben Ellis claim during his interrogation?

Ben Ellis maintains his innocence during the interrogation.

How does Ben Ellis react to the investigation?

Ben Ellis escapes custody, leading to a manhunt.

What business aspect does the team investigate?

The team investigates financial motives in the fighting league.

What discovery does Charlie's team make?

They uncover evidence of manipulation in fighter scheduling.

How is the culprit of the scheme revealed?

The head of the fighting league is confronted and revealed to be involved.

What happens to Ben Ellis after the confrontation?

Ben Ellis is exonerated and wins a subsequent fight.

Do David and Ben reconcile?

Yes, David and Ben reconcile, closing a chapter on their past.

Who is suspected of causing Munson's death initially?

Ben Ellis is initially suspected due to his involvement in the sparring match.

What personal connections are revealed during the investigation?

Personal connections between David and Ben Ellis are revealed, stemming from their past.

What is the outcome of the investigation?

The investigation concludes with the head of the fighting league being implicated, and justice is served.

 
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