Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

Today it was announced that New Zealand boxer David Nyika will be squaring off in an IBF Cruiserweight title eliminator on home soil later this year. He is set to take on boxer Floyd Masson at the Eventfinda arena on August 8, with a world title shot up for grabs for the winner. He joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netball New Zealand has appointed experienced administrator Jennah Wootten as their new chief executive. She's explained listening to stakeholders is her first priority, as she seeks to guide the organisation out of a year of troubles with coaches, competitions and exiting elite players. She joined D'Arcy to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are slowly heading towards the business end of the Super Rugby season and questions are starting to be asked around a couple of contestable positions in the upcoming All Blacks team, with the wing being one of them. Caleb Tangitau, a player who looked certain to be included at some stage this year heartbreakingly went down with an ACL injury which rules him out for the rest of the year, and the form player of the competition, Fehi Fineanganofo, is set to leave New Zealand for Newcastle later this year. Former All Blacks winger Rico Gear joined D'Arcy to discuss who else could take on the roles for the All Blacks later this year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golfer Ryan Fox has had his place confirmed for the 126th US Open. His 54th ranking earns an exemption from qualifying because he's part of the world's top 60. He joined D'Arcy to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A dominant showing at Magic Round in which the Warriors beat the Broncos 42-12 was tainted, as halfback Tanah Boyd went down with what has since been confirmed as ACL rupture. This injury will see him miss the rest of the season, and following the week that just transpired with Luke Metcalf deciding to leave the Warriors at the end of the season to sign with the Dragons for more playing time. He has not been named in the side to play the Dragons this weekend as Te Maire Martin has been given the 7 jersey, but should he be playing? Former Warriors coach Matthew Elliott joined D'Arcy to discuss. 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 Warrior Kevin Campion on the team's strong showing at Magic Round. Piney's Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors have emerged from NRL Magic Round in Brisbane looking stronger than ever. Wahs fans took over Caxton Street on the walk to Suncorp and the team beat the Broncos there for the first time since 2018. But it's not all good news - Tanah Boyd is out injured. Former Warrior Kevin Campion joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raglan will be at the centre of the global surfing universe this week as the world's best surfers descend on Manu Bay for a landmark event. It is expected to bring international attention, elite athletes and thousands of spectators to the region. Kiwi Olympic surfer Billy Stairmand joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, the All Whites' 26-man strong squad was named that will be heading over to the United States for the fast approaching FIFA World Cup. Kosta Barbarouses was among the players named, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White Ferns just couldn't get over the line in their opening ODI against England in a three match series on Sunday night, losing by one wicket in a tense encounter. They are back in action tonight in the second ODI as they hope to square the series and set up a decider on Saturday. Maddy Green top scored in the opening match with 88 runs of 107 balls, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Waikato Rugby Union shared an open letter on their Facebook page directed at parents, coaches, spectators and supporters of kids sport that incidents of verbal abuse, intimidation, aggression and violence on the sidelines are simply not good enough. It says that recent incidents have prompted the call to action as the junior sport season has just gotten underway. Waikato Rugby Union CEO Amy Marfell joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Graham Henry is honoured to be returning to the All Blacks' set-up, 15 years on from coaching them to a Rugby World Cup triumph. He's agreed to be an independent selector on head coach Dave Rennie's panel with assistant coach Neil Barnes the other voice. Former All Blacks coach John Hart joined D'Arcy to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Halfback Luke Metcalf could be out the door at the Warriors. Metcalf has been given permission from the NRL club to explore his options for next season. Tanah Boyd starred for the Warriors in Metcalf's original injury absence this year and since his return has kept last year's first choice halfback out of his favoured position. Daily Telegraph sportswriter David Riccio joined D'Arcy to discuss. 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: Don Mackinnon on the NZ20 competition getting pushed back to 2028. Piney's Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Those running the NZ20 are putting a positive spin on delaying the launch of the franchise T20 competition for a full year. Plans for the new privatised competition to start in January 2027 have been halted, with a new start date of January 2028 for the men and the month prior for the women's competition. NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, the Black Caps squad for their upcoming test series in the UK and Ireland was announced. Notable selections include Kane Williamson making the trip over and Will O'Rourke returning to red ball cricket following a lengthy injury layoff. Dean Foxcroft was named in the squad for the series and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Rugby finally has a new CEO. Today, it was announced that Steve Lancaster will become the next permanent CEO of New Zealand Rugby - this follows a six month period where he served as the interim CEO upon the departure of Mark Robinson late last year. Gregor Paul is a rugby writer for the NZ Herald and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the appointment. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Whites have landed another warm-up fixture ahead of the upcoming World Cup. It's been confirmed today they'll face Haiti on June 3rd in Fort Lauderdale ahead of their already scheduled game against England in Tampa four days later. New Zealand Football CEO Andrew Pragnell joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam Roigard may not be seen again for the Hurricanes until the Super Rugby playoffs. The All Blacks halfback has suffered a calf strain and is out for three to four weeks. This will likely come as disappointing news for fans, and former All Black Piri Weepu joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Rugby have announced another appointment heading into the World Cup next year. Don Tricker will be returning to the organisation after eight years to become the new High Performance Director overseeing both the All Blacks and the Black Ferns. He will begin the role in a full time capacity in November as he sees out his contract with the San Diego Padres in Major League Baseball. Steve Lancaster is the current interim CEO of New Zealand Rugby, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ANZ Premiership is reaching the halfway point and some selections in the match between the Northern Stars and the Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic raised some eyebrows. Casey Kopua and Leana de Bruin were both featured in the match - both former Silver Ferns and both stars of the game, however, they are 40 and 48 years old respectively. This raises questions around why we aren't bringing through fresh young talent into the ANZ Premiership - and who will grow to be the next stars of Netball for New Zealand. Debbie Christian is an executive at the New Zealand Netball Players Association, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss. 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 Auckland FC's big memorable weekend victory, the Hurricanes making the top of the Super Rugby ladder and more! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC is gearing up for their semi-final first leg against Adelaide United next Saturday, and CEO Nick Becker is hoping to pack the stadium out. Tickets for the match are selling fast, and there's plenty of enthusiasm following Auckland FC's defeat of Melbourne City to keep their season alive. Nick Becker joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Leicester Fainga'anuku experiment appears set to continue for the Crusaders, and there's discussion about what it could mean for rugby going forward. Fainga'anuku has confirmed he's open to taking on new roles within the team. Former All Black Eric Rush joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first athletics competitor has been named for the Commonwealth Games squad this year, and it is none other than Anna Grimaldi. She is a three-time Paralympic gold medallist but is making her Commonwealth Games debut as it is the first time one of her disciplines has been competed for at the Games - in this case, the 100m T47. She joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was reported today that New Zealand Rugby and Rugby Australia are close to agreeing on a historic ANZAC day test match between the All Blacks and the Wallabies next year as part of preparation for the Rugby World Cup. RA originally floated the idea in 2024 but were shut down by NZR, but with a different leadership group the organisation looks to have had a change of heart on the issue. Former Wallabies midfielder Tim Horan joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a hot start the Black Caps were unable to take a win in their opening T20 of three against Bangladesh. They posted a competitive 182/6 but the home side chased it down with relative ease only requiring 18 overs. They are back in action tonight in a must win game if they are to force a decider in the third match on Saturday night. Wicketkeeper Dane Cleaver joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Leicester Fainga'anuku experiment seemed to work a treat for the Crusaders at Super Round in his maiden start at openside flanker when they beat the Waratahs 35-20. But is this a sustainable selection, and will this be able to translate over to the international stage? Former Crusaders captain Reuben Thorne joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exciting news for Wellington Phoenix fans as Chris Greenacre has finally landed the role as the next head coach of the side for the 2026/27 A-League season. He has been involved with the side since he retired from playing professional football in 2012 in a number of roles, but has finally landed the job he has long sought after. Chris joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Cricket have been the first of the three major codes to announce who will be taking over as CEO in 2026. Geoff Allott, a former Black Caps fast bowler, will be assuming the role from the first of July this year and there will be plenty on his plate when he steps into the role. Geoff joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dame Noeline Taurua is back at the helm of the Silver Ferns. After months of turmoil at Netball NZ, the national side is beginning their preparations for the upcoming Commonwealth Games. Taurua joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to reflect on the past few months. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a blow for Auckland, the Government has decided not to fund the Sail GP competition for next year. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited CEO Nick Hill says Auckland's host city offer was contingent on a two-way funding partnership between Auckland Council and Central Government but the Government has decided against funding it. AUT sailing professor Mark Orams joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, co-owner and chair of the Hurricanes, Malcolm Gillies, came out on the Rugby Direct podcast stating that without sweeping changes to Super Rugby Pacific, the competition is going to die. Peter Kean is a co-owner and chair of the Highlanders, he joined D'Arcy to share his view. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new regulations introduced to Formula 1 this year have been controversial, to say the least. Drivers and fans have been loud in voicing their displeasure and the organisation have finally taken some action confirming nine immediate refinements to the regulations heading into the Miami Grand Prix next weekend. Mat Coch is an editor for Planet F1, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday, Sport New Zealand confirmed that Raelene Castle would be remaining in her role as the CEO of Sport NZ through to May 2030 securing a second term. Mark Mitchell is the Minister for Sport in New Zealand and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what he wants to see from Sport NZ over the next four years. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps have struggled in their second of three ODIs against Bangladesh losing by 6 wickets last night, which sets up a decider on Thursday night. After a strong performance in the first match, they just couldn't get going with the bat - setting a subpar total of 198. Bangladesh chased the total down with relative ease in the 36th over only losing four wickets. Black Cap Nathan Smith joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big news out of the All Blacks camp as the management group under Dave Rennie was completed today. Dr James McGarvey is rejoining the group as the team doctor resuming the role he held between 2020-2023 and Gilbert Enoka ONZM will also be rejoining the All Blacks as the mental skills coach. Gilbert was with the All Blacks for over 20 years working with legendary coaches and contributing to the long-standing success of the black jersey and he joined D'Arcy to discuss his return to the role. 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: Venues Otautahi chief executive Caroline Harvie-Teare on the opening of Christchurch's new One New Zealand Stadium. Piney's power rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch's long-awaited new stadium, One New Zealand Stadium Te Kaha, is officially open for business. The $683 million stadium has been four years in the making, with construction beginning in April 2022 - and it's all set to host Super Rugby Pacific's Super Round this weekend. Venues Otautahi chief executive Caroline Harvie-Teare joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a disappointing turn of events, it was announced this morning that the Moana Pasifika Super Rugby franchise will be disbanding at the end of the Super Rugby Pacific season - barring a miracle. It is estimated that the cost of running Moana is between $10-$12m per year and the current owners Pasifika Medical Association don't see a viable way they could meet the financial obligations next year. Lima Sopoaga is a former All Black and Samoan international, and he joined Elliott to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exciting news out of the Warriors camp today, as lock Erin Clark has resigned with the club through to the end of the 2029 NRL season. Clark joined Elliott to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day of tinkering for Supercars teams after unloading their shipping containers for this weekend's maiden event in Christchurch. Vehicles and surrounding infrastructure were shipped across the Cook Strait on Sunday, after racing was canned in Taupo due to the cyclone. Former Supercars driver Greg Murphy joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.