PETER Drury has become one of football’s most popular commentators.
With over 30 years of experience, Drury is now set to join the team at Sky Sports – and here’s when.
Who is Peter Drury?
Peter Drury, born September 24, 1967, is a British sports commenter.
He became hugely popular as the voice of Premier League on various feeds sent around the world.
Drury has been famed for his expressive and extremely literate style of commentary.
He started his career on BBC Radio Leeds, before making to decision to move on to Five Live in 1994.
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In 1998, Drury joined ITV, before switching to BT Sport in 2013, where he still works.
He has also commentated on games for Premier League Productions, CBS and NBC, and was the voice of hit video game Pro Evolution Soccer.
Throughout his career, the commentator has also talked fans through FA Cup, Champions League and World Cup matches.
He is thought to support both Watford and West Ham.
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Aside from his successful commentating career, Drury also holds a degree in politics.
When is Peter Drury joining sky sports?
Peter Drury will join Sky Sports to cover Premier League football from the 2023/24 season.
He will now work alongside commentators such as Rob Hawthorne, Bill Leslie, Seb Hutchinson, Dan Mann, Gary Weaver and Ian Crocker.
Drury is likely to just do one match a week and continue his work covering English football for NBC, who are also owned by Comcast like Sky Sports, in the US.
What happened to Martin Tyler?
Martin Tyler, 77, has been the voice of the Premier League for decades.
However, in June 2023, it was revealed that Tyler, who is not believed to be retiring, is leaving Sky Sports after 33 years.
The legendary commentator will step down from his role with the broadcaster before the new 2023/24 Premier League campaign.
He said in a statement: ”In my humble opinion, the huge corporation Sky is today has stemmed from Sky Sports’ innovative and inspired coverage of the Premier League.
”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.”
Tyler was the man on the microphone for Sergio Aguero’s iconic goal to win Manchester City the Prem title in 2012.
Is Peter Drury married and does he have any children?
Peter Drury is married to wife, Vicky Drury.
The couple wed in 1990 and share three children.
Despite his fame, it appears the commenter prefers to keep his personal life out of the spotlight.
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What is Peter Drury’s net worth?
As a result of his successful career, Drury is believed to earn an impressive sum of money.
According to reports, Drury’s net worth is estimated at around $2 million (£1,560,123.20).
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