The Chase viewers were forced to double-take during Wednesday’s episode, after believing Coronation Street ’s Kirk Sutherland was on the ITV gameshow.
Contestant Amir appeared on the series, but as he opened his mouth to introduce himself fans couldn’t believe what they heard.
They were left wondering if Corrie actor Andy Whyment was competing, only to realise it was Amir talking.
Host Bradley Walsh was quick to quiz him over his voice, which sounded identical to the soap favourite.
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He confessed he gets the comparison a lot when people hear him speak, with Bradley admitting he sounded very much like his former Corrie co-star.
Taking to Twitter , fans shared their own confusion over the bizarre scenario.
Many even claimed they were convinced Kirk was on the show due to the huge similarity in their voices.
One viewer said: “OMG this guy on #thechase sounds exactly like Kirk from Coronation Street and it’s really confusing me.”
Another said: “Sounds like Kirk from Corrie.”
A third tweeted: “Had to YouTube Kirk from Corrie bloody hell the similarities is unreal.”
This was echoed by another fan who said: “Just tuned in, f**k me you guys are right, he does sound like Kirk.”
Unfortunately for Kirk, we mean Amir, he was unlucky when facing the Chaser Paul Sinha and was booted off the show.
The Chase continues weekdays at 5pm on ITV.
