Reno Rumble: Network rivalry set aside for the 'Superbowl' of reality shows

By Candice Barnes
Updated May 5 2015 - 7:08pm, first published 5:00pm
Ben and Jemma Van Ryt have switched networks to appear in Reno Rumble. Photo: Martin Philbey
Ben and Jemma Van Ryt have switched networks to appear in Reno Rumble. Photo: Martin Philbey
Reno Rumble will see contestants from The Block and House Rules compete for $100,000. Photo: Martin Philbey
Reno Rumble will see contestants from The Block and House Rules compete for $100,000. Photo: Martin Philbey

When House Rules couple Ben and Jemma Van Ryt received a call from Channel Nine about a new renovation series, they "thought someone was pulling [their] leg".