Freddie Flintoff has returned to TV to host a reboot of the much-loved darts game show Bullseye.
The iconic programme was originally hosted by Jim Bowen in the 80s and 90s, and now former cricket ace Freddie, 46, is to step into his shoes for a Christmas special. TV bosses are reportedly hoping the one-off will be a hit so they can turn it into a series.
Freddie was buzzing as he confirmed the TV gig, saying: “I love the darts and Bullseye was one of my favourite shows as a kid. I can’t quite believe I’ll get to host this Christmas special.”
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He referenced the iconic line: “You can’t beat a bit of Bully!”. It’s Freddie’s first telly project since his recent documentary Field of Dreams following his horror Top Gear crash.
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The star nearly died in the crash on December 2022 at the Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in Surrey. Freddie was driving a Morgan Super 3 with a crew mate when he smashed into the track.
He suffered broken ribs and facial injuries and had to be airlifted to the hospital. He stayed out of the spotlight but returned to screens this August in Field of Dreams on Tour, coaching a Preston cricket team all the way to India’s pitches, reports the Mirror.
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During the show, Freddie bared all on his horrific injuries, sparking a flurry of support from fans on social media. A user on X, formerly Twitter, gushed: “What an incredible bloke Freddie Flintoff is,” and another chimed in: “What a bloody lovely guy. Always thought it, so brave and encouraging those boys whilst going through tough times, all credit to you Fred. Heartwarming to watch.”
Reflecting on his ordeal, he admitted: “Week and a half after my accident. Genuinely should not be here after what happened. This is going to be a long road back and I have only just started and I am struggling already. I need help. I really am not the best at asking for it.
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“I need to stop crying every two minutes. I am looking forward to seeing the lads and being around them, I really am. This India trip is going to be for me as much as them now. I really want to go.”
Speaking to The Sun about the ITV reboot a source said: “Few would have predicted the move but it’s a genius signing because Freddie has the same dry, Lancashire sense of humour and delivery as Jim.”
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