Danika Mason has officially been announced as the new sports presenter for Channel Nine’s Today show, 

marking a significant milestone in her career after beginning as an intern in the newsroom over a decade ago.

Speculation about the position had been circulating since early February 2025, 

with reports suggesting that Roz Kelly was the likely candidate to take over following Alex Cullen’s departure. 

However, on February 28, it was confirmed that Danika would step into the role.

Sharing the exciting news, Danika posted on social media: “Bit of work news… very excited to be joining @thetodayshow team as Sports Presenter. 

Can’t wait to be on the desk each morning to start the day. And I’ll still be with my @nrlonnine family too…. hosting Sunday afternoon footy and sideline on Thursday night. Might need to purchase an alarm clock though ⏰ 😝.”

With an impressive career in sports journalism, Danika’s journey to this role is nothing short of inspiring. Here’s everything you need to know about the talented presenter.

Who is Danika Mason?

Born and raised in Sydney’s north-west, Danika Mason developed a passion for sports at a young age. She was an active participant in various sports, including netball, basketball, soccer, and touch football.

Initially enrolling in an Engineering degree, she quickly realized that her true passion lay in journalism. She switched gears and pursued a degree in Journalism and Marketing in Wollongong before eventually returning to Sydney, where she now resides by the beach.

Danika Mason’s Career Journey

Danika has been an integral part of Channel Nine for over a decade, starting as an intern in 2012. Over the years, she has climbed the ranks, solidifying herself as a respected sports journalist and presenter.

Upon the announcement of her new role, Danika expressed her enthusiasm: “I’m truly honoured and so excited to be joining Today. It’s been a dream of mine since I was a kid, waking up every morning to watch the show as I set my sights on a career in sports broadcasting.

“It’s also a full-circle moment for me at Nine because, just 10 years ago, my first-ever job at the network was producing sport for Today. I’m also very grateful that I’ll still be working with the Wide World of Sports crew on the footy every week throughout the NRL season.”

Danika is no stranger to sports fans, having appeared on 9News, The Sunday Footy Show, NRL on Nine, and Wide World of Sports. She will continue to cover rugby league, including the newly revamped Freddy and The Eighth featuring Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns, which is set to move to television in 2025.

Her appointment was made official during a broadcast from Las Vegas, where she was on assignment with Today host Karl Stefanovic, covering the NRL.

“So excited for what’s to come,” Danika said, reflecting on her new role.

Steven Burling, Channel Nine’s Director of Morning Television, praised Danika’s appointment, stating, “Danika has filled in many times on Today and has a fantastic rapport with the entire hosting team. We’re pleased to see her bringing a wealth of experience and passion for sports to our viewers.”

Danika takes over the position from Alex Cullen, who was stood down from his role in January 2025 following an internal review at Nine. “Nine has agreed with Today presenter and journalist, Alex Cullen, that he will finish with the network following a review into a recent incident,” a spokesperson stated.

Danika Mason’s Personal Life

Danika was previously engaged to Todd Liubinskas, a former rugby league and rugby union player. However, the couple parted ways just three weeks before their wedding after a three-year relationship.

In October 2024, Danika was linked to NRL player Liam Knight. The couple later confirmed their relationship on Instagram, with Liam sharing multiple affectionate photos of them together. One of the most recent snapshots was posted on November 4, 2024, documenting their travels to Sicily.

Liam, who previously played for the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, expressed his gratitude to the club upon his departure in September 2024. “I want to say a huge thank you to all of the Bulldogs faithful for welcoming me from day one. I loved every minute of being a part of this great club.

“The year didn’t go as planned for me, but I was grateful to be able to be part of a special year with this group. A big thank you to all of the players and coaches who made my time here so enjoyable. I love you all,” he shared.

As Danika embarks on this new chapter in her career, fans are eager to see her bring her energy and expertise to Today each morning, while continuing to play a key role in Channel Nine’s sports coverage.

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