Cricketer Phil joins sports quiz

Phil Tufnell will join They Think It's All Over as a team captain when the show returns this autumn.

The announcement comes just days after the ex-England and Middlesex cricketer triumphed in I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!

Jim Pullin, producer of the comedy sports quiz, said: "We're delighted to have Phil on board as a new team captain.

"His unique sense of humour, boyish charm and considerable sporting achievements will complement the show's successful mix of sportsmen, comedians and other animals perfectly."

No decision has been made about the second team captain.

Last month, regulars Gary Lineker and David Gower announced they were leaving the series "by mutual consent".

Published: 17 May 2003