Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

Whitney Hansen, daughter of former All Blacks coach Sir Steve Hansen, was named as the new Black Ferns head coach. In her first year she will oversee 11 tests and a historic British & Irish Lions Series in 2027. "She knows what she wants to do and when she wants to do it and, you know, I think it's important that your kids make their own decisions about where they want to go and what they want to do," Sir Steve Hansen told D'Arcy Waldegrave. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drama and a technical issue in the Ashes yesterday, with Alex Carey scoring a welcomed century as Australia ended the day at 326-8, but he should've been out when he was on 72. England used a review on a caught behind as they thought they heard a sound - the microphones on the stumps showed a clear noise but was shown on the replay as happening before the ball passed the bat resulting in a not out call. Afterwards, Carey admitted that he had hit the ball and the company that owns Snicko concluded that the operator at the time must have chosen the incorrect stump mic for audio processing. Sir Ian Taylor is known for his work with televised sport - and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A huge day for the Black Caps as they opted to bat first in the third and final cricket test match against the West Indies at the Bay Oval today. Tom Latham and Devon Conway put on an absolute clinic registering the second highest opening wicket partnership in Black Caps history at 323 - before Latham was dismissed. Conway and night watchman Jacob Duffy saw out the day with New Zealand in control at 334-1. Newstalk ZB sport news reader Andrew Alderson was at the oval, and he joined D'Arcy to give a day one update. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was announced this morning that the CEO of Netball New Zealand Jennie Wyllie had resigned from the role effective immediately. It has been a turbulent year for the organisation, from the troubles with a broadcast deal to the recent Dame Noeline Taurua coaching situation. Gary Dawson, the team relationship manager for the Waikato Magic, joined D'Arcy to share his thoughts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today, the Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway a new karting facility at Colin Dale Park was opened. The opening event drew several of New Zealand's most decorated motorsport figures. D'Arcy went down and ran into New Zealand Indycar driver Scott Dixon. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The third and final test match of the summer of cricket begins tomorrow with the Black Caps taking on the West Indies. The Black Caps will be hoping to end the test summer with a win and to win the series they currently lead 1-0. Zac Foulkes is a bowler for the Black Caps and he joined D'Arcy to talk about the upcoming test match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The discussion around the Mana Pasifika NRL bid has picked up again after iconic New Zealand-Pacific hip hop artist King Kapisi has been reported as one of the key figures behind it. The NRL currently has 17 teams - with the Perth Bears and PNG Chiefs slated to join over the next few years. It has been said the NRL wants to reach 20 teams. Geoff Brown is the bid leader of Mana Pasifika, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the latest. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three big golfing events are coming to New Zealand in consecutive weeks in 2026. The NZ PGA championship in Paraparaumu will happen between the 19 and 22nd of February, followed by the NZ Open in Queenstown between the 26th of February and March 1st. It was announced today that the ISPS Handa Japan-Australasia championship will be getting played in Auckland the following week between the 5th and 8th of March. Jeff Latch, CEO of Golf NZ, joined D'Arcy to discuss what this will mean for golf in New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Big Bash T20 league got underway this week, and Black Caps batsman Tim Seifert put on some knock. He smashed 102 of 56 balls in the Melbourne Renegades victory over the Brisbane Heat last night becoming only the second Renegade to score a century after Aaron Finch. Tim joined D'Arcy to discuss how he's feeling about his position in the Black Caps. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was announced today that a lower sternum tackle height was going to be implemented in the elite game of rugby for the first time at the World U20 Championships in Georgia next year. It follows a successful trial in community rugby that has seen 11 countries implement these rules which resulted in 10 percent reduction in upright tackles, and some of the unions reporting a reduction in concussion rates. Mike Hester is the Head of Rugby Participation and Development at New Zealand Rugby and he joined D'Arcy to discuss further. 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 All White David Chote on the recent woes of the Phoenix. 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 Caps' prowess against the West Indies, David Nyika's victory over China's Wuzhati Nuerlang and Hayden Wilde's big win. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix are under extra scrutiny following their latest defeat. The Phoenix are second to last on the men's A-League ladder after a humbling 3-1 home loss to the Newcastle Jets. Former All White David Chote joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hayden Paddon is set to make a shock return to the World Rally Championship next year. Paddon is re-joining Hyundai as part of a five-driver team in 2026, for the first time since 2018. He joined D'Arcy to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The future of domestic cricket in New Zealand is very much up in the air at the moment. The proposed NZ20 league has the cricketing community divided, saying it will destroy the domestic game in New Zealand, while others seeing foreign investment crucial for the game. Greg Barclay is a former chairman of the ICC and he joined D'Arcy to share his thoughts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps have their nose in front of the West Indies aft stumps on Day 2 of the second cricket test at the Basin Reserve. The Windies will resume on 32 for two, still trailing New Zealand by 41 runs with eight second innings wickets in hand. NZME sports broadcaster Andrew Alderson joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps are in control after the first day's play in the second test match against the West Indies. After the visitors set a strong platform racing out to 66-0 the Black Caps took control led by a strong spell from Blair Tickner taking 4-32. Unfortunately he went off after suffering a shoulder injury, which could rule him out of the test. NZME sports broadcaster Andrew Alderson recapped the action. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The highly anticipated Special Olympics Summer Games have returned to Christchurch this year! Fran Scholey is the CEO of the Special Olympics Summer Games and she joined D'Arcy to talk about the event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps were rocked with injuries following the first test against the West Indies in Christchurch. Tom Blundell went down in the first day, followed by Nathan Smith and premier fast bowler Matt Henry. Mitch Santner has also been ruled out for the whole series due to injury. D'Arcy caught up with former Black Cap Chris Cairns to discuss these injuries - and what it could mean for the team. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second cricket test match between the Black Caps and West Indies gets underway tomorrow. The first test ended in a draw, after the West Indies pushed the Black Caps really close to a record test run chance but ultimately decided to bat defensively for the draw. Jacob Duffy is a fast bowler for the Black Caps and he joined D'Arcy to reflect on the test match as well as discuss some potential debutants after several Black Caps were left injured during the first match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today the venues for the All Blacks home test matches in 2026 were announced. The All Blacks will open the year against France at the new One NZ Stadium, they'll then play Italy in Wellington and then two test matches at Eden Park against Ireland and Australia. But have NZR missed the mark? Was the test match against Italy an opportunity to take test match rugby back out to the regions? Tony Lewis was the CEO of Tasman rugby when they managed to secure an All Blacks test in Nelson in 2018 and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what bringing the test match to a smaller region meant to New Zealanders. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today an open letter signed by several former Black Caps test and One Day International players was shared. The letter detailed concerns around the proposed, privately backed NZ20 T20 franchise cricket league. The league is one of the four options that New Zealand Cricket are considering as the way forward for franchise cricket in New Zealand. Don Mackinnon is the chairman of the NZ20 establishment committee, and he joined D'Arcy to share his thoughts on the concerns that were published today around this proposed competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night the 6 pools were drawn for the newly formatted Rugby World Cup in 2027. With the number of teams increased to 24 there will now be an added round of 16 to the playoffs. The All Blacks were drawn into pool a with hosts Australia, Hong Kong, China and Chile. The new format means there's high likelihood that the All Blacks face off against the reigning champion Springboks as early as the quarter final. D'Arcy was joined by Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliot Smith to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps performed well on day two of their test match against the West Indies. After their batting innings was wrapped up on the third ball of the day they bowled well, dismissing the West Indies for 167. The Black Caps managed to tack on another 32 without loss before the end of the day. Andrew Alderson, Newstalk ZB sport reader joined D'Arcy to wrap the day. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first day of the cricket test match between the Black Caps and the West Indies has concluded. The Black Caps currently sit at 231/9 after being put into bat first. Andrew Alderson, Newstalk ZB Sport Newsreader is at the ground and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the first days play. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Aussie cricket all-rounder Shane Watson is the latest big name to sign on with the upcoming Black Clash. He joined D'Arcy to reveal why he's signed on with Team Rugby. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today, it was confirmed that Ahmedabad will be the hosts of the 2030 Commonwealth Games. It was also said that the New Zealand Olympic Committee will be pursuing a bid to bring the 2034 Games to New Zealand. New Zealand Olympic Committee Team Services Director Ryan Archibald joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend, racing fans can look forward to the V8 Supercars grand final. The season will wrap up in Adelaide, and fans are promised plenty of action. V8 Supercars driver Ryan Wood joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's pool for the T20 Cricket World Cup was announced today, with the Kiwis facing off against South Africa, Afghanistan, the UAE and Canada. But with the T20 World Cup taking place every two years, the World Test Championship taking place every two years and the ODI World Cup happening every four years, fans have wondered if the world of cricket is getting muddied. Former Black Cap John Bracewell joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Breakers are throwing good vibes the Tall Blacks' way heading into the FIBA international window. New Zealand confronts Australia in back-to-back 2027 World Cup qualifiers over the next week - in Hobart and Wellington. Tall Blacks power forward Sam Mennenga joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 rugby season has officially ended, with the northern tours wrapping up over the weekend. The All Blacks capped the year off with a 52-26 win over Wales, the Wallabies lost a record 10th test match in the calendar year to France 48-33, the Springboks got over the Irish 24-13, despite getting a record number of cards. The English won their 11th consecutive test match against Argentina 27-23, and Japan knocked over a last minute penalty to beat Georgia 25-23 Todd Blackadder is a former All Black, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the state of international rugby following the test matches. 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 Black Cap Neil Wagner on the start of the Ashes test series. Otautahi Venues CEO Caroline Harvie-Teare on the Rugby League World Cup fixtures coming to Christchurch. 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 All Blacks ending their rugby season, the opening Ashes match and Fabian Holland's breakthrough award. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch has been confirmed as a host city for the Rugby League World Cup at the end of next year. The tournament was originally set to take place in Australia and Papua New Guinea, but the new Te Kaha stadium is set to host some high-profile double headers. Otautahi Venues CEO Caroline Harvie-Teare joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket Australia is facing a loss estimated at more than $3 million from the two-day Ashes opener, due to missed ticket revenue. A combination of Australian opener Travis Head's century and England's cavalier batting approach led to the match's completion on Saturday in Perth. Former Black Caps test bowler Neil Wagner joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ashes is set to get under way tomorrow and excitement is brewing among cricket fans. Five test matches will take place between this week and January, meaning there's plenty of action set to happen over the coming six weeks. Fox cricket broadcaster Mark Howard joined D'Arcy to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The way the Northern Tour rugby test matches were refereed has rugby fans frustrated and asking questions. The TMO jumps in at every chance it gets, yellow and red cards are being handed out left and right - with several of the red cards dished out being rescinded due to the offence being deemed not worthy of being shown red. Chris Pollock is the NZR High Performance Referee Manager and he caught up with D'Arcy to discuss the differences between refereeing Super Rugby and international rugby. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The next ahead of the 2026 edition of the Black Clash was announced today, with former Black Cap batter Jesse Ryder adding to the already star-studded lineup. He caught up with D'Arcy to talk about the Black Clash - and what he's been up to since stepping away from international cricket. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been some controversy surrounding the Breakers following a recent announcement. They have come out and stated that they will not be wearing a pride sticker at the upcoming Pride Round in the NBL. Sally Shaw is a professor in sport management at the University of Otago and she 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: Rugby analyst John Haggart unpacks where the All Blacks went wrong. Outgoing Hurricanes CEO Avan Lee reveals why he's stepping down. 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 All Blacks losing to England, the All Whites missing the mark and and Daryl Mitchell making Black Caps history. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes have announced the resignation of CEO Avan Lee. Lee is stepping down after 10 years in the role, which included the club's only Super Rugby title, in 2016. He joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.