Western Mail

S4C reveal line-up for coverage of the new

- MATTHEW SOUTHCOMBE Sports writer matthew.southcombe@walesonlin­e.co.uk

S4C have confirmed their team of pundits, presenters and commentato­rs for their coverage of the upcoming Guinness PRO14 season.

The Welsh-language channel will show games from the Celtic competitio­n on their free-to-air channel next season as they continue their long-standing relationsh­ip with the competitio­n.

The broadcaste­r recently signed a new deal that will see them broadcast games from the competitio­n for the next three seasons.

S4C will show a total of 17 live games next term, including the festive derbies and the final of the competitio­n should a Welsh region be involved.

They also boast coverage of further matches that will be broadcast on a delay.

There’s a familiar feel to S4C’s line-up next term – Gareth Rhys Owen will front their coverage with reporter Catrin Heledd on the sidelines.

Gareth Charles and Gwyn Jones will be in the commentary box, supplement­ed by a team of pundits including; Nicky Robinson, Andrew Coombs, Dafydd Jones, Deiniol Jones, Caryl James and Dyddgu Hywel.

“Rugby is part of the fabric of life in Wales and our passionate country is well-known across the globe as one of the game’s main exponents,” said Owen Evans, S4C chief executive.

“S4C are proud supporters of Welsh rugby at every level and we offer an unrivalled portfolio of Welsh rugby.

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