Sky Cancels Beloved Sports Quiz Show After 15 Years
The popular sports quiz show, A League of Their Own, has been cancelled by Sky after 15 years on air. The show, which has been a staple of the channel’s entertainment lineup, will come to an end after its 20th season.
According to a statement released by Sky, the 20th series of A League of Their Own will mark a "joyous send-off" for the show. The farewell series will begin filming this August in Manchester, with comedian Romesh Ranganathan delivering his final lap as the host, alongside team captains Jamie Redknapp and Jill Scott, with series regular Micah Richards also back on the panel.
The show, which first aired in 2010 with James Corden as host, has invited a wide range of guests to participate in outrageous challenges and reflect on unforgettable sporting moments. Some of the notable guests who have appeared on the show include Maya Jama, Andy Murray, Alan Carr, John Bishop, Claudia Winkleman, and Amanda Holden.
Phil Edgar-Jones, Executive Director of Original Unscripted at Sky, paid tribute to the show, saying: "Series 20 is the perfect opportunity to celebrate everything A League of Their Own has achieved and to give it the send-off it truly deserves. We’re incredibly proud of the show – it’s been a cornerstone of Sky’s entertainment line-up for 15 years and has delivered endless laughter, heart, and unforgettable moments."
The show’s production company, CPL Productions, also released a statement thanking Sky for allowing them to make the show, and expressing gratitude to the fans who have watched and supported the show over the years. Murray Boland, Creative Director at CPL Productions, said: "It’s been an incredible journey. We would like to thank all the amazing performers, guests and sports stars for all the laughs and inspiration. We’d also like to thank all the brilliant people who’ve worked so hard on the production team and crew."
Fans of the show took to social media to express their disappointment at the cancellation, with one fan writing: "Omg no, absolutely love A League of Their Own can’t wait to cry at the final season." Another fan added: "Gutted this is the last one, one of my fave shows, especially loved the last line up of Jill, Micah, Romesh and Jamie."
The final season of A League of Their Own is set to air on Sky Max and NOW later this year. The show has been a beloved fixture on Sky’s schedule for 15 years, and its cancellation marks the end of an era for sports quiz fans.
As reported by The Independent, the show has been a huge success for Sky, and its cancellation has come as a shock to fans. The show’s format, which sees two teams of celebrities, Olympians, and sportspeople compete in challenges and quizzes about notable moments in sporting history, has proven to be a winning formula.
The Independent understands that the show’s cancellation is not due to a lack of popularity, but rather a decision by Sky to move on to new projects. The channel has a long history of supporting innovative and engaging programming, and it remains to be seen what new shows will take the place of A League of Their Own in the schedule.
In conclusion, the cancellation of A League of Their Own marks the end of an era for sports quiz fans. The show has been a beloved fixture on Sky’s schedule for 15 years, and its departure will be felt by fans across the UK. As the final season airs on Sky Max and NOW later this year, fans will be able to say goodbye to a show that has brought them endless laughter, heart, and unforgettable moments.
Source: The Independent
