The treacherous world of The Traitors has erupted into its most dramatic conflict yet, with the game's secret villains turning on one another in a stunning betrayal. After a tense cliffhanger, fellow Traitors Fiona and Rachel Duffy are now locked in a bitter war, with their public fallout likely sealing the fate of the next player to be banished from the castle.
Traitor vs. Traitor: The Grenade Thrown
The explosive row ignited during a bizarre one-on-one chat, where Fiona directly confronted Rachel, stating, "I am really suspicious of you." Fiona's suspicions centred on Rachel's revelation that the recently banished contestant, Amanda, had shared a secret with her: that she was a retired senior detective from the Metropolitan Police. Rachel had relayed this information to other players in smaller groups after an attempt to tell everyone together.
In a fiery confessional, Fiona accused Rachel of weaving a false narrative for her own gain. "I am flummoxed. I think Rachel is lying about Amanda," she fumed. "She's playing a blinder and I don't believe it." Fiona warned her fellow conspirator, "You've got a fight on your hands," a threat Rachel swiftly countered by insisting she had done nothing wrong and declaring, "I'm coming for you!"
Fallout and Family Connections
The fallout from this internal Traitor battle is set to dominate the next roundtable, with Fiona predicting Rachel's strategy. "I think you're gonna get rid of Stephen and I. I think you're holding people, Faithfuls, close to you," she speculated. Meanwhile, fans are speculating about another potential connection in the game. After the mission where Jack was caged, Jessie chose to work to free him, saving him from potential murder. Viewers have theorised they could be cousins, noting a pre-existing bond.
In other news, the banished Amanda gave a poignant exit interview following her departure on 9th January 2026. She revealed her roundtable showdown was especially painful as her opponent, Reece Ward, reminded her of her late brother who passed away in 2011. "He just looked like him, so it made it more difficult because I had a really good friendship with him. He was like a little brother," she admitted.
What Happens Next in the Turret?
The stage is now set for a monumental power shift within the Traitors' ranks. With trust completely shattered between Fiona and Rachel, the next banishment is poised to be a direct result of their feud. The Faithfuls, unaware of the true source of the tension, will be left to decipher the accusations and alliances playing out before them. One thing is certain: the game has entered a new, volatile phase where the Traitors are their own greatest threat. The question for viewers is not just who will be banished, but which Traitor's gamble will ultimately backfire.
