Michael Lyster - the face of The Sunday Game - has died, aged 71. "Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Michael Lyster, a moderniser of sport broadcasting. "The iconic anchor of The Sunday Game, Michael was synonymous with many outstanding sporting moments, especially in The Olympics and Gaelic games Condolences to his wife Anne and family." "Killererin Community Council is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Michael Lyster, our first Secretary. Cork football manager John Cleary, speaking shortly after his side earned promotion to Division 1, spoke fondly of Michael Lyster.

Source: Irish Examiner March 22, 2026 16:22 UTC