The Latest Breaking News from Amol Rajan

Who is Amol Rajan? BBC journalist says he will try to not ‘screw up’ hosting University Challenge

‘Being asked to host my favourite TV programme is dream-come-true territory,’ said Amol Rajan, the new presenter of University Challenge

Evening Standard · Aug 18, 2022

Amol Rajan set to take over University Challenge as host in place of Jeremy Paxman

The former host announced his resignation from the iconic role after 28 years presenting University Challenge - and now there has been a replacement reported by the BBC.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 18, 2022

Who is Amol Rajan? Meet the new host of University Challenge

The journalist and broadcaster takes over the quiz show from autumn 2023

Manchester Evening News · Aug 18, 2022

Amol Rajan to be new host of University Challenge

Journalist and broadcaster will take over from Jeremy Paxman in autumn 2023, the BBC says

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18, 2022

Amol Rajan announced as new University Challenge host after Jeremy Paxman steps down

Journalist and broadcaster Amol Rajan has been announced as the new host of University Challenge taking over from Jeremy Paxman, the BBC has said

Daily Mirror · Aug 18, 2022

Amol Rajan confirms he will replace Jeremy Paxman as University Challenge host

Amol Rajan has confirmed he will replace Jeremy Paxman as University Challenge host, following the latter’s announcement that he was leaving after 28 years.

Evening Standard · Aug 18, 2022

BBC announces Amol Rajan as new host of University Challenge after Jeremy Paxman steps down

'It’s the best possible antidote to cynicism about young people, allowing millions of us to test our wits against the best minds of a new generation'

Wales Online · Aug 18, 2022

Gary Lineker tops new BBC list of highly-paid on-air talent

Presenter is only big BBC name to earn over £1m a year

Wales Online · Jul 12, 2022

BBC’s Amol Rajan criticised for using phrase ‘pro-life’ in Roe v Wade interview

Pro-choice campaigners say hearing the term, seen as partisan, on Today programme was ‘disappointing’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 25, 2022

TV tonight: Lenny Henry tackles tough questions in eye-opening new series

The actor and comedian probes complex questions around integration with guests. Plus: Amol Rajan interviews tennis star Billie Jean King. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2022