University Challenge fans fume over Jeremy Paxman replacement

University Challenge: Amol Rajan introduces the new series

University Challenge viewers were left divided over Jeremy Paxman’s replacement, with many taking to social media to share their thoughts.

The quiz show saw Trinity College, Cambridge, facing the University of Manchester for a place in the second round.

Opening the programme for the first time, Amol said: “Hello, welcome to a new series and a new era of University Challenge.

“A few things have changed since the end of the last series, but all the important things remained the same.

“The format is still simple, the questions are still complicated and the teams are still terrifyingly knowledgable.”

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Following the episode, fans took to Twitter in droves to share their thoughts about the new host.

And while some loved seeing a fresh face fronting the show, others weren’t so pleased.

@birty4306 admitted: “I was nervous watching this without Paxo in charge. Needn’t have been @amolrajan was excellent. A real breath of fresh air. #UniversityChallenge.”

@myrealm123 disgreed: “New presenter Amol Rajan speaks too quickly, mumbles. Also he does not look at the contestants as he is reading off a computer screen. The question cards are essential. #UniversityChallenge.” (sic)

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@littlearfer echoed: “@amolrajan please slow down with the questions and wait until the audience has stopped clapping before you ask another question, otherwise ok!”

@MissLSW added: “#UniversityChallenge without Jeremy Paxman feels so wrong.”

While @Sylvia39474255 shared: “Sorry but I’m really missing Paxman!! This is not working for me!”

“I miss Jeremy Paxman already #UniversityChallenge,” @TvandFilmsUK tweeted.

Amol also took to social media to thank viewers for tuning in, telling them he would take the criticism on board.

He wrote on Twitter: “Thanks so much for all the kind, thoughtful or constructive feedback about my first episode of #UniversityChallenge.

“I really appreciate it, and will discuss with the team.” (sic)

@lindaswidenbank was quick to reply: “Very enjoyable! And for the first time I achieved double digits with my answers.”

@maceachen_clare praised: “You were fab! Tough shoes to step into. Can’t believe you had a tiebreak situational on day 1!!”

University Challenge is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

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