In February, former FishOMania champion Harry Bignell, announced his plans for a new knockout-style fishing tournament. Those plans have now been put into motion, as tickets of the inaugural Commercial King tournament are now available. The tournament is set to be sponsored by Dynamite Baits and Harry’s new company Elasto. Popular angling media company Catch More Media is set to provide coverage of each round.
The tournament’s format is straightforward yet demanding. Starting with 64 anglers, each round eliminates half the participants, requiring consistent performance to advance. To progress, anglers must finish in the top half of their lake. The competition culminates in the Grand Final at Hayfield Lakes in Doncaster on 15th August.
Commercial King 2025 Payouts
- First Place – £2,000, £500 Dynamite Baits Voucher and the Commercial King Trophy
- Second Place – £1,500 and £300 Dynamite Baits Voucher
- Third Place – £1,300 and £200 Dynamite Baits Voucher
- Fourth Place – £1,000
All eight finalists will also receive a minimum payout of £300, providing all 64 places sell out. Anglers who make it past the first round, will automatically receive an invitation to next year’s tournament. The first three rounds will also include a compulsory pools payment of £30.
Commercial King 2025 Dates
- Round 1: Lindholme Lakes – 16th May
- Round 2: Messingham Sands – 20th June
- Semi-Final: Tunnel Barn Farm – 18th July
- Final: Hayfield Lakes – 15th August
The draw for each round will take place at 10:30 am. Matches will run for five hours from 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Commercial King Tickets
Participation in the Commercial King 2025 requires an entry fee of £200, with a £50 deposit necessary to secure a spot. The remaining balance must be paid by the 16th April. Deposits are non-refundable but transferable, offering some flexibility for anglers. Details of how to pay are available on the Commercial King Facebook page.