Giant has been ruled out of the rest of season two of the Gladiators after succumbing to an injury sustained in the heats.

Gladiators returned on Saturday (March 15) night for the last of the quarter-finals.

Nathan, Andy, Rachel and Keeva also returned to compete for the final two places in the semi-finals up for grabs.

Giant ruled out of rest of Gladiators series

Part way through Saturday night's episode Giant, dressed in his Gladiator attire and a tracksuit top, appeared on stage next to Bradley and Barney Walsh.

He revealed that he picked up an injury while competing in a game of Powerball during the heats and will take no further part on this series of Gladiators.

Giant said: "I felt a pull in my bicep so unfortunately that's going to take me out the rest of the series."

The crowd groaned, clearly disappointed by the news with Bradley Walsh adding: "They love you man."

Giant continued: "The Giant banners, there the guys that make me want to do this."

Following the announcement, viewers at home took to social media to wish the Gladiators star a speedy recovery.

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One person, posting on X (formerly Twitter), said: "Gonna miss that Giant piece of hunk!

"He is such a sweet gentle giant. Volunteering to massage his biceps better."

Another fan added: "Great to have an update from Giant - I would like to wish him well."

While a third viewer commented: "Speedy recovery Giant See you next Season."