Des Kelly’s replacement lined up by TNT Sports after iconic BT Sport touchline reporter’s exit
JULES BREACH is set to replace Des Kelly as TNT Sports’ touchline reporter.
It was announced yesterday that Kelly had left BT Sport ahead of their TNT Sports rebrand on July 18.
TNT Sports are freshening up their line-up ahead of next week’s launch – with Jake Humphrey having also departed to focus on other projects.
Breach, 39, has done plenty of previous work for BT Sport – presenting axed show BT Sport Score, as well as West Ham and Manchester United’s European matches in recent seasons.
In addition to her work for BT Sport, popular presenter Breach also hosts EFL highlights on ITV and England matches on Channel 4.
According to the Mail, her latest gig will see her work as a touchline reporter for TNT Sports.
The role will see her conduct pre and post-match interviews – as Kelly did for close to a decade.
Lynsey Hipgrave is set to remain as TNT Sports’ primary host for Premier League coverage.
While Laura Woods is expected to agree a deal to present Champions League matches.
The well-liked host left her position on talkSPORT’s Breakfast show last month.
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The Mail’s report adds that TNT owners Warner Bros Discovery are keen to move away from “laddish banter”.
Network bosses feel that male ex-pros can sometimes strike the wrong tone.
Amid the shake-up, Karen Carney and Lucy Ward are set to be given more prominent co-commentary roles.
TNT’s rivals over at Sky Sports have also undergone a series of summer changes.
Martin Tyler has left his role as senior commentator, with Peter Drury set to replace the 77-year-old.
While touchline reporter Geoff Shreeves, 58, has also departed – as well as veteran pundit Graeme Souness.