American Ninja Warrior: Ninja vs. Ninja (Season 1) is a spin-off of the popular American Ninja Warrior (ANW) franchise that premiered on , on the USA Network . Unlike the original show's solo runs against the clock, this format features 36 teams of three elite athletes (two men and one woman) competing in side-by-side, head-to-head races on a specially designed obstacle course . Show Overview
: 16 episodes, including 9 qualifying rounds, 2 wildcard rounds, 4 playoff episodes, and a "Grand Finale". American Ninja Warrior: Ninja vs. Ninja - Season 1
: Unlike traditional ANW courses, the paths sometimes cross or share grips, forcing ninjas to adjust their strategy mid-race to avoid collisions or to reach for the same holds. Notable Teams & Competitors American Ninja Warrior: Ninja vs
: Comedian Matt Iseman and former NFL player Akbar Gbajabiamila , with sideline reporting by Alex Curry . Show Overview : 16 episodes, including 9 qualifying