Gladiators is set to return to BBC One and iPlayer on 17 January for its third series, promising bigger and bolder action. Presenters Bradley and Barney Walsh have teased new events, returning Gladiators, and a fresh batch of contenders determined to take on the iconic superheroes.
The new series will feature three new events, including a test of brute strength and a return of an original fan-favourite event. Bradley Walsh described the series as 'bigger, bolder' and running 'like a well-oiled machine', while Barney highlighted the contenders as 'the strongest yet', making competition more brutal than ever.
Among the returning Gladiators is Nitro, who missed series two due to injury. The full lineup includes Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel, and Viper. The show continues to film in front of a packed arena crowd in Sheffield.
Bradley praised the energy of the show, calling it 'proper family entertainment', while Barney noted the thrill of the Eliminator, which he says features the best moments yet. The presenters also hinted at 'unbelievable edge-of-your-seat moments' and surprises in store for viewers.
