The Contender

The Contender (2005-2018)

EndedReality showSports

Sixteen fighters, divided into two teams overseen by esteemed boxing coaches, will have their skills, strength and endurance pushed to the limit, while they live and train together, and fight each other in the ring.

Initially aired from March 2005 to January 2009 on NBC, ESPN, and Versus. In January 2018, it was announced that the series was being revived by premium cable network Epix for a fifth season which premiered on August 24, 2018.
 

Networks
Scheduleevery Friday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E12Episode 12nov. 9, 2018
S05E11Friends and Foesnov. 2, 2018
S05E10Heart and Ballsoct. 26, 2018
S05E09Poetry in Motionoct. 19, 2018
S05E08Heart of the Fightoct. 12, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'The Contender' from the year 2005 premiere?

The TV show 'The Contender' from the year 2005 premiered on March 7, 2005.

Who were the hosts of 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

The hosts of 'The Contender' from the year 2005 were Sylvester Stallone and Sugar Ray Leonard.

How many boxers competed in 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

'The Contender' from the year 2005 featured sixteen boxers competing against each other.

What was the prize for the winner of 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

The winner of 'The Contender' from the year 2005 received a $1 million prize.

Who was the winner of 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

The winner of 'The Contender' from the year 2005 was Sergio Mora.

What was the format of the fights in 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

The fights in 'The Contender' from the year 2005 followed a single-elimination tournament format.

Which weight class did the boxers compete in 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

The boxers in 'The Contender' from the year 2005 competed in the middleweight division.

Where were the fights held in 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

The fights in 'The Contender' from the year 2005 were held at various locations in the United States.

Did 'The Contender' from the year 2005 have any international editions?

Yes, 'The Contender' from the year 2005 had an international edition called 'The Contender Challenge: UK vs. USA'.

Who were the trainers in 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

The trainers in 'The Contender' from the year 2005 were Tommy Gallagher and Charles "Buddy" McGirt.

Did 'The Contender' from the year 2005 have any special guest appearances?

Yes, 'The Contender' from the year 2005 had special guest appearances by famous boxers such as Oscar De La Hoya and Lennox Lewis.

Were there any controversies surrounding 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

Yes, there were controversies surrounding 'The Contender' from the year 2005, including allegations of fight-fixing and manipulation.

Did 'The Contender' from the year 2005 receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'The Contender' from the year 2005 received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Reality-Competition Program.

Were there any notable rivalries between the boxers in 'The Contender' from the year 2005?

Yes, there were notable rivalries between the boxers in 'The Contender' from the year 2005, adding to the drama and intensity of the show.

Did 'The Contender' from the year 2005 have any spin-off series?

Yes, 'The Contender' from the year 2005 had a spin-off series called 'The Next Great Champ'.

How did 'The Contender' from the year 2005 impact the world of boxing?

'The Contender' from the year 2005 brought renewed attention to the sport of boxing and helped launch the careers of several talented boxers.

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