Mike Reading, spokesperson at Betway, commented: "With speculation swirling about Neil Dudgeon's future in Midsomer Murders following the cancellation of spin-off McDonald and Dodds, anticipation is mounting over who could step into the role of DCI John Barnaby as the next lead detective in the beloved crime drama.
Midsomer Murders actress Kirsty Dillon is being tipped to replace Neil Dudgeon in the popular ITV series, according to the latest odds from bookmakers.
Bookies have also been sharing their predictions, suggesting that the show's first female detective could replace Neil.
Spilling the beans on his potential successor, Neil threw McDonald and Dodds actor Jason Watkins into the mix, who also seems pretty keen on the role.
"As the series approaches its 30th anniversary, a fresh face like Dillon could bring an exciting new dynamic to the show's long tradition of reinvention.
