Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

Over the weekend, the New Zealand schools' side suffered a record breaking loss to the Australia U18's falling 81-48. It is a loss that has sparked conversation around rugby pathways in New Zealand and whether that is having a ripple effect on the All Blacks as test sides around the world begin to close the gap on the Kiwi side New Zealand Herald rugby analyst Gregor Paul wrote a piece on this issue, and spoke with D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night, the Women's ODI Cricket World Cup kicked off, being hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The White Ferns will be looking to build on their showing last year in the 2024 T20 World Cup and win the World Cup in the 50-over format, something they haven't done since 2000. D'Arcy caught up with White Ferns all rounder Amelia Kerr to preview the big match against Australia tonight. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Joseph is the new coach of the All Blacks XV. He succeeds Clayton McMillan and will retain the existing assistant group of Jamie Mackintosh, David Hill and Cory Jane. He joined Nick to discuss what he plans to bring to the role. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has been reported that NZ Cricket and Cricket Australia have been in talks over the past 12 months around the possibility of a New Zealand team's inclusion in the Big Bash by 2028 Upon hearing the news, Nick spoke with former Black Cap and ODI captain Chris Cairns to hear his thoughts on the possible expansion. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Former Silver Ferns coach Yvonne Willering on the calls for Dame Noeline Taurua to return. Eroni Clarke on his surprise national anthem performance and how he kept it a secret from his son. Piney's power rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he talked about the Silver Ferns calling for Dame Noels to return, the Springboks winning the Rugby Championship and more! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Silver Ferns' 3-nil series win over South Africa has been eclipsed by a call from shooter Grace Nweke for Dame Noeline Taurua to return as coach. Taurua had been stood down for the series due to an ongoing internal review. Former Silver Ferns coach Yvonne Willering joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Blacks wing Caleb Clarke was overcome with emotion after his father Eroni delivered a surprise performance of the national anthem ahead of the Bledisloe Cup test against Australia. The All Blacks went onto win the match 33-24, and Clarke said he had no clue his dad was set to sing. Eroni Clarke himself joined Piney to open up about the surprise performance. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are only half of the equation - and the Wallabies also named their 23 to attempt to end the 31 year unbeaten streak the All Blacks have at Eden Park. D'Arcy spoke with the rugby editor and scribe of The Roar across the ditch, Christy Doran, to discuss the side the Wallabies have named ahead of the first Bledisloe Cup test. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are two days away from defending the Eden Park fortress again in 2025 as they take on the Wallabies in the first Bledisloe Cup test. Scott Barrett has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury meaning Ardie Savea takes over the captaincy, Cam Roigard, Codie Taylor, Fabian Holland and Caleb Clarke all return to the starting side and Patrick Tuipolotu and Cortez Ratima return to the bench having recovered for their injuries. D'Arcy caught up with former All Black prop Craig Dowd to discuss the team named. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are set to faces off against the Wallabies this weekend and it's been a long times since the Aussies won on New Zealand soil. Andrew Slack was the Wallabies captain for the last time the team beat out the All Blacks at Eden Park in 1986. He caught up with D'Arcy to discuss how rugby is going in Australia at the moment ahead of this massive test match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand will have first use of a groundbreaking device that's set to revolutionise concussion diagnosis for rugby players in the country. The world's first portable brain scanner - known as the Nurochek headset - will allow head injuries to be detected in just two minutes. Steve Devine is a former Blues and All Black halfback that had his career cut short in 2007 because of too many head injuries - and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the technology. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another Eden Park test has come around, with the All Blacks facing another challenger to the 31-year undefeated streak - this time it's the Wallabies who look to take the fortress. They're looking a much-improved side this year, having shared wins with both the Springboks in South Africa and Argentina at home. D'Arcy spoke with ZB's own Elliot Smith, who speculated ahead of the big match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More and more Kiwi footballers are being targeted by match fixers, and it's prompted concern across the industry. It tends to begin like 'grooming', where the athletes will be approached with an offer of sponsorship, a trial with a club or even something as small as a pair of boots. With the problem starting to increase, D'Arcy spoke with Sport Integrity Commission CEO Rebecca Rolls to discuss how we can protect our athletes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Toyota Racing series founder Barrie Thomlinson on Liam Lawson's fifth place effort in Azerbaijan. Athletics NZ CEO Cam Mitchell on New Zealand's performance at the World Athletics Champs in Tokyo Piney's power rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he talked about The Black Ferns' defeat, the Silver Ferns' recent victory and Liam Lawson seeing another personal best. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand has completed a best-ever finish at the World Athletics Championships in Japan, ending up fifth-equal on the medal table with two golds and a bronze. Athletics NZ CEO Cam Mitchell joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Lawson doesn't know if his fifth place effort in Azerbaijan will help him retain a spot in Formula One beyond this season. The career best result - on the back of a stellar third in qualifying - comes as reports swirl about the three unconfirmed Red Bull seats for next year. Toyota Racing series founder Barrie Thomlinson joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Zealand Breakers get their 2025/26 NBL season underway this Friday night when they take on the Brisbane Bullets at Spark Arena. Ron Loe is the centre for the Breakers, and he caught up with D'Arcy ahead of the season opener to preview the side. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The season ticket prices for the Crusaders 2026 Super Rugby campaign have been announced, with four of the seven home matches being played at the new One NZ Stadium once the construction has been completed People aren't happy though as some ticket prices have raised 40 percent, despite the first three games still being played at Apollo Projects Stadium. D'Arcy spoke with Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge to discuss the price hikes and the different membership packages on offer. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, the Black Caps named their squad for the upcoming Chappell-Hadlee T20I series against Australia that gets underway on October 1st. Regular short form captain Mitch Santner was unable to reach match fitness before the series began so Michael Bracewell has been named the captain of the side who will compete in three T20 internationals at the Bay Oval in Tauranga. D'Arcy spoke with Michael after the squad naming to talk about the series. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Off the back of the record defeat to the Springboks on Saturday night the All Blacks have released 13 players to the NPC to have a hit out before the first Bledisloe test at Eden Park next Saturday night. Amongst the group of players named is a significant returnee, Cam Roigard has been cleared to play and will be coming off the bench for Counties Manukau when they play Auckland on Saturday afternoon. D'Arcy caught up with Cam to discuss how he's gone with his recovery and get his thoughts on All Blacks players returning to the NPC after the loss on Saturday night. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite all the headlines Netball New Zealand are attracting right now, there is still a Taini Jamison trophy that needs to be played for! Last night the Silver Ferns side to take on the South African Proteas was named ahead of the tournament getting underway on Sunday night. Yvette McCausland-Durie is the interim head coach of the Silver Ferns following the standing down of Dame Noeline Taurua and she caught up with D'Arcy to talk about the squad she's named for the series. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prospect of Eden Park hosting more events has been met with mixed reactions. The Government's investigating the current settings including the number of events for the Auckland stadium, what days they're held and their duration. Former Prime Minister Helen Clark doesn't approve, and she joined D'Arcy to make her case. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he talked about the Pumas bouncing back over the Australians, the Broncos winning an all-time NRL finals match and the Springboks dominating in Wellington. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend the All Blacks suffered a record defeat, going down 43-10 to the Springboks in Wellington while conceding 36 unanswered second half points. Questions are being asked around the leadership of the side - including of captain Scott Barrett around what his role should be. Piney spoke with former All Black captain Reuben Thorne to hear his thoughts on captaining the All Blacks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Silver Ferns coach saga continues, with little to no information being available around what led to Dame Noeline Taurua being stood down from the national side ahead of the Taini Jamison Trophy kicking off next weekend. There is a thought that it stemmed from the 'old school' coaching of Noeline Taurua and that power has shifted and now sits with the athletes. D'Arcy caught up with legendary All Blacks sevens and 'old school' coach Sir Gordon Teitjens to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks have named their 23 to take on the Springboks in the second test in Wellington on Saturday night. There have been six changes to the starting 15, however the biggest talking point is the new look back three. Will Jordan has been shifted from fullback to the right wing, making way for Damian Mckenzie to start at fullback. On the left wing Chiefs, Bay of Plenty and former sevens star Leroy Carter is making his debut. D'Arcy spoke with former All Blacks fullback Mils Muliaina to talk about these picks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today, the White Ferns named their 15 strong squad that will head over to India and Sri Lanka for the upcoming Women's ODI Cricket World Cup. Amongst the group was veteran fast bowler Lea Tahuhu who has been selected for her fourth tournament. D'Arcy caught up with Lea when the team was named to hear all about it. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been another shock announcement in the world of netball, with Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua being stood down for the upcoming Taini Jamison trophy series that kicks off next weekend against the South African Proteas. D'Arcy spoke with Former Silver Fern player and coach Yvonne Willering to discuss the news. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks defended their fortress on Saturday night, defeating the Springboks 24-17 at Eden Park in a strong performance. D'Arcy caught up with former All Blacks coach John Hart to break down what went well and what didn't go so well in the first test, as well as look ahead to game two. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Warriors CEO Cameron George on the NRL scheduling controversy. All Whites midfielder Ryan Thomas on his return to the team. Piney's power rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highly rated midfielder Ryan Thomas is back in the All Whites after an absence of almost six years. The 30-year-old has battled a series of long-term injuries, turning his club career in Europe into a stop-start affair after making a big impact when he first arrived in Holland more than a decade ago. He joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he tore apart the 'Phillies Karen' incident and the NRL kickoff timing, and more. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors boss Cameron George's calling the scheduling for their week one finals match a missed opportunity from the NRL. He's confirmed they asked officials for their home clash against the Panthers to be kept away from the Saturday night timeslot - to avoid a clash with the All Blacks test against South Africa. Cameron George joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are set to face off against the Springboks at Eden Park this coming weekend, and the South African side have outlined their squad. Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff was a part of the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cup winning sides and had his fair share of matchups with the All Blacks playing them 15 times, the most of any nation during his international career. He joined D'Arcy to give his take ahead of the big game. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks and the Springboks are set to face off this weekend at Eden Park, and excitement is getting stronger. Coach Scott Robertson unveiled his squad selections earlier today - and the Springboks outlined their team picks. Newstalk ZB rugby editor Elliott Smith joined D'Arcy to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 edition of the Black Clash was officially annouced today, taking place on the 17th of January 2026 at the Bay Oval in Tauranga. Pairing with this announcement was the naming of the Team Rugby wildcard for the event, former Australian international cricketer Mike 'Mr Cricket' Hussey. D'Arcy caught up with Mr Cricket ahead of the announcement to discuss what excites him about the Black Clash. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomorrow a big announcement beckons, as the All Blacks squad to take on the Springboks will be named and those 23 men will be tasked with defending the ultimate record at Eden Park. D'Arcy spoke with James Parsons, ex-All Black and Blues captain and current Sky Sport broadcaster to break down the match up and talk possible selections ahead of the big game. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are getting towards the business end of the 145th edition of the US Open, with the singles round of 16 match ups happening earlier today. As the finals start to heat up, D'Arcy caught up with tennis correspondent Craig Gabriel to get the rundown of what's been happening and who's looking good as the tournament draws to a close. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend, the All Blacks are set to face off against one of their greatest rivals. The Kiwi side are taking on South Africa at Eden Park on Saturday night, putting their 31 year and 50 match unbeaten streak on the line. To kick off the week of rugby D'Arcy spoke to 2011 Rugby World Cup winning coach Sir Graham Henry to get his thoughts on the importance of the Eden Park record and the effect it has on the players and coaches. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Southland Stags assistant coach Scott Eade on the team winning the Ranfurly Shield. NZ Herald Rugby Writer Liam Napier on the injury crisis impacting the All Blacks. Wellington Phoenix CEO David Dome on the team's omission from the inaugural OFC Professional League. Piney's Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.