TBS has announced that it will broadcast a new stand-up comedy tournament, "ONE CHANCE 2026 ~Champion Recommendation Stand-up Comedy No.1 Deciding Match~," on May 2nd. In this tournament, uncrowned stand-up comedians recommended by champions of various comedy competitions will compete against each other, with Shofukutei Tsurube and Nobu from "Chidori" teaming up as MCs for the first time.
This comedy festival features nine award-winning comedians who have recommended "the funniest stand-up comedians right now," under the condition that they have not yet won any other comedy awards. The stories of the bonds between the comedians, and why the champions entrusted "ONE CHANCE" to them, are also said to be a highlight.
"ONE CHANCE 2026 ~The Champion-Recommended Manzai No.1 Deciding Match~" will air on May 2nd at 6:56 PM. The nine winners of the award competition will be announced at a later date.
◇Comment from Shofukutei Tsurube
It's rare to see a show that brings together so many award-winning comedians and up-and-coming, yet uncrowned, talents. As the title "ONE CHANCE" suggests, the comedians' determination and passion for this one-time performance were incredible. But I'm not going to lose yet! I'm the funniest! This is an amazing show that makes you feel that way! Please check it out!
◇Chidori's Nobu's comment
It was a great reminder that there are so many talented comedians who aren't yet well-known, not just those who appear on TV. I was also incredibly excited to see these less-known comedians interacting with Tsurube-sensei. Pay attention to Tsurube-sensei, who wasn't even on the MC's platform that was set up!
