Introducing Peter Drury: Sky Sports’ New Lead Commentator
Sky Sports have announced that Peter Drury will be replacing Martin Tyler as the lead commentator for the upcoming season. Drury, who currently works with NBC Sports, will be joining Sky’s outstanding roster of commentators. Tyler, who has been the voice of Premier League football since its first season in 1992, will be stepping away from Sky but is not retiring.
Who is Peter Drury?
Peter Drury is an experienced sports commentator who has worked with NBC Sports since 2018. He has covered a variety of sports including football, basketball, and hockey. He has also worked with ESPN, Fox Sports, and BT Sport.
Drury is known for his enthusiasm and knowledge of the game. He is passionate about sports and is looking forward to joining the Sky Sports team. “I’m massively excited to be joining Sky’s outstanding roster of commentators,” Drury said. “To be working on the best games week in week out with a broadcaster that has told the Premier League story since the very beginning feels like the opportunity of my career and I can’t wait to get started.”
The Departure of Martin Tyler
Martin Tyler has been a part of Sky Sports since its inception in 1992 and has provided some of English football’s most iconic moments including Sergio Aguero’s dramatic injury-time title-winning goal at the end of the 2011/12 campaign. Tyler has decided to step away from Sky but is not retiring.
“In my humble opinion, the huge corporation Sky is today has stemmed from Sky Sports’ innovative and inspired coverage of the Premier League,” Tyler said. “It has been a privilege to play a small part in the broadcasting history of the greatest league in the world. Along the way I have worked alongside legions of wonderful professionals in all aspects of the television industry. I thank them all for their support and expertise. It has been an honour to be a member of a very gifted team.”
Sky Sports Commentary Team
Drury will join a commentary team that includes Rob Hawthorne, Bill Leslie, Seb Hutchinson, Dan Mann, Gary Weaver and Ian Crocker. They will be providing commentary for some of the biggest games in the Premier League and other major competitions throughout the season.
Conclusion
Sky Sports have made a great decision in bringing Peter Drury on board as their new lead commentator. His enthusiasm and knowledge of the game will be a great addition to their commentary team. Meanwhile, Martin Tyler will be missed by fans and colleagues alike after his 30-year career with Sky Sports.