Freddie Flintoff is returning for a brand new sequence of ‘Bullseye’.
The previous ‘High Gear’ star adopted within the footsteps of Jim Bowen when he fronted ITV’s Christmas particular revival of the basic darts-themed sport present final 12 months, and the broadcaster has introduced its full return for a four-part sequence and one other festive episode.
He stated in an announcement: “I like the darts and Bullseye was certainly one of my favorite exhibits as a child.
“I used to be actually happy folks appeared to love the Christmas particular and so now I’m thrilled I get to host the sequence.
“You possibly can’t beat a little bit of Bully!”
The 47-year-old presenter impressed viewers and TV bosses, and ITV are glad to have him again.
ITV’s leisure commissioning editor Joe Mace added: “Following the success of the ‘Bullseye’ Christmas particular final 12 months, we’re thrilled to have commissioned an extra 4 episodes and a Christmas particular for ITV viewers to get pleasure from this 12 months.
“And we’re delighted that Freddie can be returning as host to entertain our audiences and darts followers alike.”
The one off particular pulled in audiences of over 8.6 million with Freddie taking the lead.
The programme will nonetheless observe the unique format with groups made up of an novice dart participant (the ‘thrower’) and their group accomplice, the ‘knower’.
Every pair will mix their expertise as they throw darts at sport boards and attempt to reply questions accurately for “factors and prizes”.
After Luke Litler appeared within the particular, the brand new sequence will characteristic skilled darts gamers taking to the oche to assist contestants, whereas Grasp of Ceremonies Richard Ashdown can be returning.
Freddie made his TV comeback in 2024, after he beforehand suffered critical accidents whereas taking pictures an episode of ‘High Gear’.
A supply advised The Solar newspaper: “Freddie is a vastly in style TV star and any channel or streamer can be thrilled to enroll certainly one of his exhibits.
“His return to the limelight is one thing each telly execs and the general public have been eager for and fortunately he now appears able to return to doing what he loves.”
