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Sky set to exit as GAA broadcaster after nine years

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Pay-television broadcaster Sky has announced that its time as a domestic Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) broadcaster is set to come to a close.

With the GAA expected to announce broadcast deals this week for its next five-year rights cycle, spanning 2023 to 2027, Sky has confirmed it will not play a part.

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