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ASA 2026 Returns Best Radio Commentator Category

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • The Anugerah Seri Angkasa (ASA) 2026 awards will reintroduce the Best Radio Commentator category, which was removed in 2022.
  • The category's return is due to requests from broadcasters and the competition committee, recognizing the specialized skills of sports commentators.
  • ASA 2026 will feature 60 categories across television, radio, and new media, with nominations open from June 4-22.

The Anugerah Seri Angkasa (ASA) 2026 is set to bring back the Best Radio Commentator category, a move prompted by numerous requests from broadcasters and the competition committee. This category was notably absent from the 2022 awards.

Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching stated that the reinstatement acknowledges the unique skills and expertise required for sports commentary. "Not everyone can be a sports commentator because it is a challenging career that requires special expertise," she explained during the ASA 2026 Nomination Launch event in Kuala Lumpur.

This category is being brought back because there are many sports fans in Malaysia. Not everyone can be a sports commentator because it is a challenging career that requires special expertise.

· Teo Nie ChingThe Deputy Communications Minister explains the rationale behind reinstating the Best Radio Commentator category.

Beyond the return of the radio commentator award, ASA 2026 introduces other changes. The Best Serial Drama category has been abolished and replaced by a broader "Best Drama/Serial Drama/Micro Drama" category. Additionally, "Best Video Content" is now rebranded as "Best Short Video."

In total, ASA 2026 will present 60 awards across 40 television categories, 17 radio categories, and three new media categories. Including two special awards, the Jury's Special Award and the Seri Angkasa Figure Award, the total number of categories reaches 62. Nominations are open from June 4 to June 22, with the awards ceremony scheduled for October 24, 2026, at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre.

Therefore, we decided to include the category again.

· Teo Nie ChingThe Deputy Communications Minister confirms the decision to reintroduce the award.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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