It’s time for one of the most hotly-anticipated clashes in University Challenge’s 55-year history.
For a place in this year’s final, Emmanuel College will take on Cambridge rivals, Wolfson and the episode is now showing on BBC2.
But in reality, it’s not necessarily the teams that are the major attractions of this particular episode. Instead, it’s their two-star men, captains Bobby Seagull and Eric Monkman, that will be pulling in the viewing figures.
After gaining the admiration of thousands of viewers in previous rounds, Seagull and Monkman – the Ronaldo and Messi of this University Challenge El Clasico – will finally come face to face.
Monkman’s first appearance on the show instantly earned him legendary status a few months back. The Canadian’s incredible (and at times quite scary) intensity when answering questions has seen his name trend on social media during his every appearance since. If you’re not already familiar, here’s what you’ve been missing…
The charismatic Seagull, who originates from London, has also earned himself quite the following. Here’s a glimpse of Emmanuel’s seabird-named hero helping his side earn a place in this year’s last four…
Understandably, excitement is growing…
BATTLE ROYALE tonight on #universitychallenge. @Bobby_Seagull v @e_monkman @UniversityChal pic.twitter.com/CPZ3T39J8z
— PeeJayBee (@baum_71) March 27, 2017
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Two hours till Monkman v Seagull. Shaking with excitement here.
— Sam MacGregor 🔪🐼 (@samjustsamyeah) March 27, 2017
When you think you're having an average Monday, then you remember it's Monkman vs Seagull on #UniversityChallenge tonight. pic.twitter.com/lUEPVoCUny
— Justine Elyot (@JustineElyot) March 27, 2017
