GLADIATORS TONIGHT: FIRST LOOK AT THIS WEEK'S EPISODES, CONTENDERS AND CHALLENGES

Gladiators, the most exciting and iconic sports entertainment show, continues on BBC One for a second series after the success of the first series which quickly gripped the nation and consolidated to near 10 million viewers.

Once again hosted by father and son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh, the show will see the Gladiators competing against a brave set of contenders in the ultimate test of speed and strength. They will take part in a series of brand-new games alongside classic challenges including fan-favourite The Eliminator.

In tonight's episode, Giant meets his match on the duel podium, Viper finally breaks his silence, and we witness the long-awaited return of the legendary, metal-crunching event, Atlaspheres.

Gladiators continues Saturdays on BBC One.