The Challenge: Battle of the Erasdebuts last week, and there is bound to be a lot of drama. The reality show aired in 1998 and has been a classic ever since. Some of these returning players, such as Johnny Bananas and Chris ‘C.T.’ Tamburello, have been participating in the show since the beginning. Many of the Challengers have been returning for years now, sometimes even decades, in an attempt to win the prize and title of Challenge Champion. This season is set up to have one of the largest casts in the history of the show.
With every single cast member being a returning player, drama is bound to happen. They have real relationships and history that’s leaked into their real lives, with some players getting married after meeting on the show. While there’s no predicting exactly how the season will go, the way past seasons have gone can tell a lot about howThe Challengeseason 40is bound to start.These players are dominant, loud personalities who refuse to be stepped on.One million dollars is on the line, and fans can expect the show to kick off with a bang because of it.

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Cara Maria & Paulie’s Complicated Relationships Will Make Sparks Fly
The Complicated Triangle
After a lengthy hiatus from the show, Cara Maria and Paulie Calafiore arereturning toThe Challengeseason 40. Both made their individual returns within the past year, butBattle of the Eraswill mark the first season they are returning to together.The pair met on the show duringThe Challenge: Final Reckoningin 2018 and quickly became an unstoppable, strong team.They began dating outside the show and aggressively targeted anyone who got too close to their relationship.
While they have made amends, their past is pretty volatile, with both sides having said and done hurtful things.

The pair had numerous conflicts with Jordan Wiseley and Tori Deal, who were also dating for many years before breaking up.While they have made amends, their past is pretty volatile, with both sides having said and done hurtful things. Laurel Stucky will also be returning, and although season 39 did feature some sentimental moments between Cara and Laurel, their roller coaster of a relationship often ends up sinking in the end. Cara Maria and Paulie have also been attempting to prevent rumors that they’re no longer together, alluding to the possibility of fighting between them this season.
Past Lovers Might Set The Challenge House Aflame
Exes Reunited: A Recipe for Drama in Season 40
The Challenge: Battle of the Erasis full of exes, current partners, and even love triangles. During the stress of competing in this high-intensity competition show, dealing with romantic drama is borderline unimaginable. Fans should expect to see a lot of emotions bubble over as they enter into this new era. Ex-fiance’sTori Deal and Jordan Wiseleywill be competing alongside each other and have been seen in previous seasons; this pairing is a recipe for disaster. Jordan will also have to compete alongside his past lover, Nurys Mateo, as well as her new boyfriend, Horacio Gutierrez.
The Challenge: Battle of the Erasairs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on MTV.
Recent Challenge Champion Devin Walker and Michele Fitzgerald are returning players known to cause mischief and confront other players directly on the show.The best part is Devin and Michele are dating.With both Challengers being so fiery and intense, it’s only a matter of time before they blow up on someone else or each other. Devin’s had conflicts in the past with hisRide or Diepartner, Tori Deal, over concerns regarding whether or not they have each other’s backs. This season is about to test them to the limit and determine whether they are truly best friends.
The Challenge
Cast
“The Challenge” is an MTV reality competition show that began in 1998 as a spin-off of “The Real World” and “Road Rules.” Originally featuring alumni from these shows, it now includes contestants from various MTV and non-MTV franchises. Participants compete in extreme challenges, with winners sharing a large cash prize.