Mark Chapman is a British presenter and broadcaster, best known for co-presenting 'Match of the Day' alongside Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan on BBC One. With a career spanning over thirty years, Mark effortlessly adapts to different environments and responds seamlessly to unfolding events. Whether he is talking through post-match analysis, interviewing footballers or updating viewers on the latest scores, Mark delivers every broadcast with professionalism and charisma. While he is best known as a sports broadcaster, Mark is also a fantastic presenter, event host and moderator, regularly sought after for industry events and awards ceremonies.
Mark’s career began in 1996 when he became a continuity announcer for BBC One and BBC Two. He later joined BBC North East Radio as a cricket correspondent before becoming the sportsreader for BBC Radio 1’s 'Newsbeat'. In 2010, Mark moved to BBC Radio 5 Live to host '5 Live Sport' and became the main stand-in presenter for 'Final Score' and 'Match of the Day 2'. Over the following years, he secured several high-profile presenting roles, including 'The NFL Show', 'NFL This Week' and the 2017 Rugby League World Cup, demonstrating his versatility across a wide range of sports.
In 2021, Mark was chosen as the BBC’s lead presenter for the Rugby League World Cup and Sky Sports’ main presenter for Carabao Cup coverage. He was later appointed co-lead presenter for BBC 'Match of the Day' and selected as the principal anchor for BBC coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His outstanding contributions to sports journalism were recognised in 2026 when he received the Silver Award in the Presenter category at the SJA British Sports Journalism Awards. Beyond broadcasting, Mark has published two books, 'Heroes, Hairbands and Hissy Fits: Chappers’ History of Modern Football' and 'The Love of the Game: Parenthood, Sport and Me'.
Through his work on 'Match of the Day' and extensive coverage of major sporting competitions, Mark has established himself as one of the most recognisable voices in British sports broadcasting. His diverse experience makes him a compelling choice for events seeking an engaging presenter, event host or moderator. Most recently, in 2026, Mark showcased his expertise as the official host of the Football Business Awards ceremony. Whether hosting a sports conference, awards ceremony, or charity event, Mark's professionalism, charisma, and enthusiasm ensure audiences remain engaged and entertained throughout. Contact Champions Speakers today to secure Mark Chapman for your next event!
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Books
The Love of the Game: Parenthood, Sport and Me
Heroes, Hairbands and Hissy Fits: Chappers' Modern History of Football
Reviews
Mark Chapman received a 4.6 star rating across 25 events in 2025
Agent Recommendation
"Mark Chapman is an exceptional presenter, event host and moderator whose impressive broadcasting career spans over 30 years. Mark brings a wealth of experience, professionalism and charisma to every occasion. His natural ability to engage audiences and confidence in handling live discussions make him an outstanding choice for corporate events, awards ceremonies and conferences."
Mark Chapman's official speaking topics are listed below:
- From Sports Fan to Sports Presenter
- Rugby
- Football
- Sports Coverage
- Resilience and Perseverance
Official Feedback From In-Person & Virtual Events:
“He was personable and funny (without being over the top), and most importantly, he kept control of the audience – excellent.” - Barclays Capital Services
- 2026 - Principal anchor for the BBC's coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
- 2026 - Won the Silver Award in the Presenter category at the SJA British Sports Journalism Awards
- 2026 - Official host of the Football Business Awards ceremony
- 2025 - Announced as co-lead presenter of BBC’s Match of the Day, following the departure of Gary Lineker
- 2022 - Became BBC’s main presenter for the 2021 Rugby League World Cup, his third consecutive tournament
- 2022 - Joined Sky Sports to present coverage of the EFL Cup (Carabao Cup)
- 2022 - Became Non-Executive Director at Vanarama National League club, Altrincham Football Club
- 2021 - Appointed Chair of the Board for Manchester Originals, a cricket team in The Hundred
- 2017 - Fronted BBC’s coverage of the 2017 Rugby League World Cup
- 2016 - Replaced Mark Pougatch as the main presenter of 5 Live Sport on Saturday afternoons
- 2016 - Became the presenter of The NFL Show and NFL This Week alongside Osi Umenyiora and Jason Bell
- 2016 - Published "The Love of the Game: Parenthood, Sport and Me"
- 2013 - Became the main presenter of Match of the Day 2 following Colin Murray’s departure
- 2013 - Promoted to BBC Sport’s chief rugby league presenter, leading the BBC’s coverage of the 2013 Rugby League World Cup
- 2010 - Joined BBC Radio 5 Live as the host of 5 Live Sport on Monday evenings
- 2010 - Released his first book, "Heroes, Hairbands and Hissy Fits: Chappers’ History of Modern Football"
- 2008 - Completed the London Marathon for CLIC Sargent and repeated the feat in 2010
- 1999 - Became a sportsreader for BBC Radio 1’s Newsbeat, working with Sara Cox and later Scott Mills
- 1996 - Started his broadcasting career as a continuity announcer for BBC One and BBC Two
How to hire Mark Chapman
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