Production for the latest series of Gladiators has been plunged into turmoil following a string of injuries among cast members. The BBC show, which returned in 2024 with presenters Bradley and Barney Walsh, is currently filming at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield.
Four Gladiators have sustained injuries: Legend (Matt Morsia) tore a bicep, Bionic (Matty Campbell) dislocated a shoulder, Diamond (Livi Sheldon) tore ACL and MCL ligaments in her knee, and Athena (Karenjeet Kaur Bains) damaged her knee.
An insider told The Sun: "Gladiators is the ultimate test of speed, strength and endurance - and four of its champions have paid the price." Despite the injuries, all affected stars are expected to appear when the series airs later this year and to participate in the autumn live tour.
This is not the first time injuries have occurred. Comet (Ella-Mae Rayner) previously broke her ankle, and Sabre (Sheli McCoy) suffered a hamstring tear. A BBC spokesperson said: "The health and well-being of all Gladiators, contenders and crew is of paramount importance. Due to the high-impact nature of the show it is not unusual for those competing to suffer injuries."
The series, which averages 5.3 million viewers, is set to return in 2026 with 17 Gladiators including Athena, Bionic, Diamond, and Legend.
