MTV The Challenge: All Stars Rivals Season 5

MTV The Challenge: All Stars Rivals - Season 5

Premiering on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET/PT, this season promises intense competition and drama.

What's New This Season?

Rivals Theme: The "Rivals" theme first appeared in 2011 and has been a fan favorite ever since. This season features 13 teams of two.
New Network: Season 5 returns to its original network, MTV.
Diverse Cast: The cast includes familiar faces like Veronica Portillo, Katie Cooley, Ashley Mitchell, Aneesa Ferreira, Devin Walker, Leroy Garrett, Turabi "Turbo" Camkiran, and Nany Gonzalez.

Notable Pairings

Steve Meinke & Adam Larson: Both had a falling out on Season 4 of All Stars.
Veronica Portillo & Katie Doyle: They clashed on "The Inferno" in 2004.
Ashley Kelsey & Dario Medrano: Exes who haven't spoken in years.
Beth Stolarczyk & Jonna Mannion: Jonna is a two-time All Stars winner.
Ashley Mitchell & Aneesa Ferreira: Both are two-time MTV winners.

First Challenge: "Frenemies"

The season kicks off with a challenge titled "Frenemies," where pairs must complete a three-checkpoint rally. Tasks include filling a canister with mud using only their bodies, transporting ice cubes to a water-filled tube with unstable tongs, and balancing four balls on a gurney while carrying sandbags.

Fan Reactions

Many fans are excited about the return of the "Rivals" theme, while some have voiced frustration with the move from Paramount+ to MTV and the absence of certain cast members.