Mark Webster Returns to Sky Sports Darts Commentary

Mark Webster, the former world darts champion and broadcaster, announced Tuesday that he will return to Sky Sports commentary duties this Thursday for Night 15 of the Premier League Darts at Birmingham's Utilita Arena, following an encouraging development in his treatment for hairy cell leukaemia.

The 42-year-old Welshman from St Asaph disclosed his diagnosis with the rare chronic blood cancer in January and began chemotherapy in February. He had been absent from television screens since the opening night of this year's Premier League, citing fatigue prior to his diagnosis. Last week, Webster shared that his recovery was progressing slower than expected. However, he posted on social media that his condition has improved enough for medical clearance to resume work, even as treatment continues.

"I'm delighted to say that since this interview was filmed, things have improved," Webster wrote on X, formerly Twitter, while reposting a video of his initial diagnosis revelation. "Although I'm still undergoing treatment, I have been cleared to return to Premier League duty on Thursday. Looking forward to being back amongst it. Thanks again for all of the love and support."