Television screens are set to explode with intensity as Channel 7 confirms the ultimate celebrity showdown: SAS Australia vs England is officially greenlit for a 2026 release. This explosive special will pit famous faces from both nations against the world's most brutal military-style selection process.
The Battle Lines Are Drawn
In what promises to be the most physically demanding and psychologically challenging celebrity reality show ever attempted, Australian and English stars will face off under the watchful eye of chief instructor Ant Middleton. The format pushes celebrities beyond their breaking point in a recreation of the actual Special Forces selection process.
Confirmed Celebrity Recruits
The star-studded lineup includes some of both nations' most recognisable faces:
- Tim Robards - Former Bachelor and Neighbours star
- Barry Hall - AFL legend and boxing champion
- Peter Bol - Australian Olympic runner
- Brittany Hockley - Reality TV favourite and podcast host
- Sam Frost - Former Home and Away actress
- Liz Ellis - Netball royalty and sports commentator
What Makes This Season Different?
This isn't just another celebrity reality show - it's international pride on the line. The Australia versus England format adds a compelling competitive edge that previous seasons haven't featured. Viewers can expect:
- National pride driving contestants beyond their limits
- Direct comparisons between Australian and English resilience
- High-stakes challenges designed to break even the toughest celebrities
- The raw, unfilterered leadership style of Ant Middleton
"This takes the concept to a whole new level," a Channel 7 insider revealed. "When you add national pride to the already intense SAS formula, you get television that's absolutely unmissable."
Why SAS Australia Captivates Audiences
The show's success stems from its authentic approach to military-style challenges. Unlike other reality programs, there's no voting, no alliances - just raw physical and mental endurance. Celebrities are stripped of their luxury lifestyles and forced to confront their deepest fears in conditions that mirror real Special Forces training.
With filming scheduled to begin in early 2025, production teams are already scouting locations for the most demanding challenges yet. The 2026 special promises to raise the bar even higher with new obstacles designed specifically to test the Australia vs England dynamic.
As one industry expert noted: "This isn't just entertainment - it's a genuine test of character that reveals who these celebrities really are when stripped of their fame and comfort."
