American Gladiators launches on e.tv

Free-to-air channel e.tv kicks-off with the first season of American Gladiators on Monday 20 October at 8pm. As in the traditional American Gladiators franchise, everyday amateur athletes compete against action stars and stunt professionals in contests of physical strength and endurance. The series will include such classic events as The Joust, The Wall, Hang Tough and the Eliminator, upgraded with even higher thrills, impact, energy and spectacles. Laila Ali (Muhammad Ali's daughter) and Hulk Hogan are the hosts.