Thank god.

Lets just be clear ...again. They have to replace him with a reputable commentator not an ex player. It will be a disaster if and make us look a tin pot sport if we can't get someone good to take over the BBC coverage.

The BBC production is appalling for RL games.Close ups of players making a break so you don't get a sense of their position in relation to the try line or see who is backing up or chasing and endless replays of previous incidents whilst the game is in progress.On Aus TV they show replays of incidents quick as a flash and then straight back to the game so the viewer doesn't miss anything.

He's being replaced by Dave Woods, who is an excellent commentator.

All hail to the gods, it's about time French retired.

You certainly can't accuse the BBC of ageism in relation to good 'ole Ray.

Thank the lord.

What exactly does 'good running' mean??

"Every time we come to Headingley there is a dog on the pitch. Why oh why people bring dogs to Rugby games, I'll never know!"

You're a legend, Raymond

Understandable - Saints lost.

Hallelujah. I've only been waiting 20 years

At least your dog loves you, Ray



They should give Mick Morgan a call if a commentary gig is up for grabs, he'll certainly make an impression on the viewers.

Modern game with an antique commentator.

Embarrassing and everything that is wrong about the BBC and Rugby League.

Mind you I'm not that keen on Dave Woods, but he's a vast improvement.

He has made BBC RL what it is for many years, and it will be a sad day when he does hang up his mic permanently.

Woodsy is a good bloke and is the natural man to take over. Just need a new right hand man to take over from Jonathan Davies.