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Martin Tyler claims he was AXED by Sky Sports as their voice of the Premier League... disputing initial announcement that he was on board with decision

Martin Tyler has sensationally claimed that he was axed from his role at Sky Sports after 33 years, rather than him stepping down as was originally announced.

It was revealed in June that Tyler, who had become the voice of the Premier League for the broadcaster, was stepping down from his role, with Peter Drury succeeding him.

But Tyler, in conversation with the Sun, has now addressed his Sky exit, claiming that he was axed.

'I didn't step down, I was stepped down,' Tyler told the Sun.

'I haven't retired. I'm very grateful to some channels who have decided that I've still got something to contribute.