The has come under fire from viewers who are accusing the broadcaster of “ruining Saturday night” after pulling one hit show from air.
This weekend, – hosted by Barney and – will not air due to the , which is showing on the channel instead. is instead being shown at 5:30pm on Saturday, presented by departing host
It means Gladiators fans will have to wait an extra week to see contenders take on the reigning champions – and they’ve taken to social media to make their complaints known.
One moaned: “No Gladiators on One this Saturday? Instead it is pointless FA Cup. Not impressed, not everyone wants to watch football on a Saturday night #Gladiators.”
Someone else said: “No #Gladiators next week for football, f****** rugby b******* on as well. Saturday’s best night for TV and you’ve got sport ruining it.”
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The BBC has come under fire from furious fans (Image: Getty)
Another fan suggested: “No Gladiators tonight because of FA Cup. Surely there should be a compromise and Newcastle and Birmingham face off at Duel, Hang Tough and the Eliminator.”
While a fourth said: “No Gladiators tonight. Bloody stupid, pointless FA Cup football. Fumin’ I am.” And another fan echoed: “Called it from a mile away. Cancelled due to the FA Cup yet is still on after the game. Makes no sense @BBCOne.
Gladiators fans will miss a week due to the FA Cup (Image: BBC)
“Best way around it would be to drop the latest episode on iPlayer and air it tomorrow instead. Don’t promise a time slot you can’t keep!”
As things stand, Gladiators will air next weekend at 5:50pm on One instead, while a live rugby league game airs on Two from 5:15pm.