James Brayshaw is a leading AFL media personality boasting an impressive career in television, radio and journalism. He is best known as co-host with Gary Lyon on Channel 9’s The Footy Show, the number one AFL program in Australia. James worked for the Nine Network for 15 years calling both AFL and cricket.

As well as his football coverage, James was also an audience favourite for his larrikin humour on Triple M’s breakfast show The Cage, which finished on air at the end of 2007 after a hugely successful 5 years. James is one of the few presenters in the industry who commentates both AFL and cricket on radio and television. A former state cricketer spanning a decade, his firsthand knowledge adds credibility to his commentary and hosting abilities. James’ versatility across both AFL and cricket confirms his standing as one the industry’s respected experts and a great all-rounder.

These days, James works on the Seven Network as an AFL commentator mainly to call Saturday night matches for the network. In July 2018, it was announced that James would host and commentate for Seven Sports coverage of Test cricket and the Big Bash League.

In addition to his work with Seven, James currently co-hosts The Rush Hour on Triple M Melbourne with Billy Brownless. The show is broadcast weekdays in the drive-time slot. He also hosts Triple M’s Saturday afternoon football program The Saturday Rub and calls Saturday afternoon football for the station subject to his commitments with Channel 7.