One of ESPN’s top talents is sticking around, as Kevin Negandhi re-signs a multi-year deal. Negandhi will continue to host SportsCenter along with Special Olympics and ABC’s coverage of college football and the NBA Draft.
“I’m excited and honored to continue my career at ESPN, working with so many talented individuals,” said Negandhi.
Since joining the network in 2006, Kevin Negandhi has been a fixture for studio shows. Under the terms of his new deal, he maintains his weekday role on the 6 p.m. ET edition of SportsCenter alongside co-host Elle Duncan. Negandhi has also hosted programs and events including the Rose Bowl Parade, NFL Live, Baseball Tonight, Outside the Lines, College Football Live, and the Little League World Series.
“We’re very happy to have Kevin remaining with ESPN for years to come,” said Norby Williamson, executive editor and head of event and studio production. “He has contributed to our success in so many areas – SportsCenter, college football, NBA Draft, and more – and he’s a consummate professional in everything he touches.”
Negandhi has hosted ESPN’s coverage of the Special Olympics World Games since 2015, a role he cherishes.
“My commitment remains unwavering in bringing sports enthusiasts the most significant stories across various platforms, be it traditional television, streaming services, or any preferred mode of news consumption,” said Negandhi. “As the nation’s first Indian American on a national sports network, I take pride in championing ESPN’s rich culture of inclusiveness and belonging, ensuring that our coverage resonates with fans from all walks of life.”
Before heading to Bristol, Kevin Negandhi worked as a sports director at WWSB-TV in Sarasota, Fla. A native of Phoenixville, Pa., Negandhi graduated from Temple University in 1997. In 2013, he was inducted into Temple’s School of Media and Communications Hall of Fame.
