The BBC have announced a star-studded cast of pundits and commentators for the 2025 World Snooker Championship, where Kyren Wilson will defend his title. The Beeb continue to broadcast snooker’s premier event and extensive coverage will be led by host Hazel Irvine.
She will be supported by fellow presenters Seema Jaswal and Rishi Persad, in addition to reporting from Shabnam Younus-Jewell and Abigail Davis. Viewers has grown accustomed to the core group fronting their TV screens at the Crucible, in addition to many legends of the sport.
Audiences will be treated to the expert analysis of Steve Davis, Stephen Hendry, John Parrott, Ken Doherty, Dennis Taylor and John Virgo in addition to current players such as Shaun Murphy.
Even though Murphy is competing in Sheffield, he has become a regular in both commentary and punditry while he is still in competitions. Reigning world champion Wilson and Mark Allen have also appeared on the BBC mid-competition, but there is no confirmation of which players aside from Murphy will join the broadcast.
Alex Kay-Jelski, director of BBC Sport, said: “This year’s World Championship promises precision, strategy, and drama, and fans at home won’t miss a single moment on BBC Sport. With coverage from Sheffield across TV, iPlayer, 5 Live, and the BBC Sport website/app, our expert presenting, commentary, and in-depth analysis will make audiences feel like they’re front row at the Crucible.”
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