After this, the two contenders would race each other on the Eliminator, an assault course containing climbing, balancing, and cargo nets.
The show was originally presented by Glenn Hicks, executive producer of the first four series, and Ursula Chikane.
Following Glenn's departure from the show in 2000, he was replaced by James Lennox when it was resurrected for its penultimate fifth series in 2001.
The referees were legendary South African cricketer Cyril Mitchley (1999–2000) and international strongman Wayne "The Boss" Price (2001).
The timekeepers over the show's run were Ingrid Chantler (1999–2000), and female Gladiator ICE in 2001, who was unable to compete due to pregnancy.