James Rochford

TV PRESENTER & COMEDIAN 

James “The Professor" Rochford is a sports media host, commentator and live event emcee renowned for his sharp insight, quick wit and ability to connect with any crowd. He is the host of the popular Kick Offs & Kick Ons podcast alongside Wallabies greats Matt Giteau, Adam Ashley-Cooper and Drew Mitchell, delivering informed and entertaining conversations around the biggest topics in rugby.

James is also the host of The Rugby League Journeymen podcast with premiership winners and fan favourites James Maloney, Toby Rudolf and Jeremy Latimore, offering honest, behind-the-scenes insight into the world of rugby league. He is the creator of the fan-favourite segment Not The NRL News, known for its irreverent take on the lighter side of the game.

A proven creative force in sports entertainment, James was instrumental in launching the media career of Beau Ryan and played a key role in the success of Fletch & Hindy. He has also created and hosted his own late-night sports comedy shows, The Professor’s Late Hit and The Nightwatchmen, broadcast on Fox Sports.

Equally at home on stage, on screen or behind the microphone, James brings professionalism, humour and authority to every event — making him a trusted and versatile choice for live sport, entertainment and corporate hosting.