Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

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.

Yesterday afternoon, it was announced that Auckland Rugby and Cricket will be moving away from Eden Park being the home of their respected provinces. Auckland Cricket has found a new home at Colin Maiden Park and will be getting a $10 million upgrade to boot. Auckland Rugby, however, is now in the process of finding where their new home will be. Brent Metson is the chairman of Auckland Rugby and he joined D'Arcy 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.

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.

It's been a historic day for basketball in New Zealand. After a NCAA national championship winning campaign with UCLA, Kiwi Charlisse Leger-Walker was drafted 18th overall in the 2026 WNBA draft. She becomes the first Kiwi to be drafted to the league and the second to play in the WNBA after Megan Compain, who played in the inaugural 1997 season. Megan Compain joined Elliott to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the end of an era for Crusaders fans after it was announced that the franchise has had to drop their matchday tradition of horses galloping around the edge of the field when they move into the new One New Zealand Stadium. The club confirmed it couldn't keep the tradition going due to safety concerns, and the Crusaders made it clear that they left no stone unturned to try and make it work - but were unfortunately unable too. Reuben Thorne is a former Crusaders and All Blacks captain, and he explained the issue further. 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' weekend victory, the Hurricanes hanging on to their top spot and Rory McIlroy defending his Masters title. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Andrew Webster hopes the Warriors' statement win over the Storm in Melbourne is a springboard to a stellar NRL season. The Wahs snapped a 17-match losing streak against the Storm with the 24-point thumping...and Webster hopes it's a sign of great things to come. NRL reporter Brad Walter joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A year on from his career grand slam masterpiece, Rory McIlroy has reached golf's summit again. The Northern Irishman has claimed his sixth major crown and second Masters green jacket with victory by a stroke at Augusta National. Former golf pro Matthew Lane joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bonus for Ruapuna Raceway this weekend in the venue's Supercars debut. The Christchurch event now has a Friday race on the programme, after Cyclone Vaianu disrupted the Taupo meet. Canterbury Car Club General Manager Mark Wederall joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disappointment for racing fans, after Taupo's Supercars event was cut short as Cyclone Vaianu made landfall. The cancelled race 10 will be rescheduled to Friday, April 17, at the Christchurch Super 440. Taupo International Motorsport Park owner Tony Quinn joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The V8 Supercars have touched down in New Zealand for back to back weekends of racing action. First up this weekend, they head to Taupo International Motorsport Park for three days of racing before heading down to Christchurch next weekend. Ryan Wood is a New Zealand V8 Supercar driver and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday evening, a New Zealand Herald article reported that Australia were placing restrictions on the showing of sport gambling ads. They cannot advertise gambling during live sporting events between 6am and 8.30pm, athletes cannot appear in the advertisements and official team uniforms, and sport venues cannot display the ads either. Andree Froude from the Problem Gambling Foundation joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBL is set to kick off for another season, beginning tommorow night. The tournament begins with a matchup between the Manawatu Jets and the Taranaki Airs. Casey Frank is a former Breaker and Tall Black turned Sky Sport commentator - and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a tumultuous six months at Netball New Zealand, the 2026 ANZ Premiership season is set to get underway. On opening night, the Southern Steel will be taking on the defending champion Mainland Tactix. Wendy Frew is the head coach of the Southern Steel, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sunday afternoon, Carlos Ulberg will become the second UFC fighter representing New Zealand to fight for an undisputed world title after Kai Kara-France last year. He is set to fight Czech and former undisputed light heavyweight champion Jiří Procházka for the vacant light heavyweight title in Miami at UFC 327. Carlos joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Rugby have managed to bring back another player from Japan with hopes of making the All Blacks for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Shannon Frizell is coming back to New Zealand for 18 months where he will play in the NPC later in the year for Tasman, before returning to the Highlanders in next year's Super Rugby season. Todd Blackadder is the head coach of Toshiba Brave Lupus and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are a week away from one of the most prestigious golf tournaments kicking off at the Augusta National Golf Course in the US - the Masters. Ryan Fox is a New Zealand golfer who will be competing at the event even after a health scare saw him hospitalised a couple of weeks ago, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomorrow night, the Crusaders say farewell to their temporary home - Apollo Projects Stadium, a ground that is filled with history of the most successful Super Rugby Franchise. Since it has been their home, they have won eight titles in 15 years, but they're set to move into the brand new One NZ Stadium that kicks off with Super Round on ANZAC weekend. Crusaders captain David Havili joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today the location for the 2027 GODZONE adventure race was announced. It will be held at Aoraki/Mount Cook and the wider Mackenzie district next March. Rob Nichol is a trustee for GODZONE and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today, a piece was published by the NZ Herald detailing the relationship between Ardie Savea and NZ Rugby over the past couple of years, from contract discussions to relationships within the team and the coaching staff. Gregor Paul, a rugby writer with the Herald, wrote the piece and he joined D'Arcy to break it down. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White Ferns fell agonisingly short in their first ODI against South Africa on Sunday, the visitors needed a six of the final ball to win and they got just that. They now are faced with a second ODI against the South Africans tomorrow at the Basin Reserve to keep their chances of winning the series alive. Maddy Green top scored for the White Ferns in the first match, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Whites made history last night defeating Chile 4-1 and recording their first ever win over South American opposition. It's a hopeful start for the team, ahead of the FIFA World Cup kicking off in June. All Whites head coach Darren Bazeley joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stalwart Tottenham Hotspur defender Ledley King heard plenty about New Zealand during his playing career, and is thrilled to represent his club ahead of their newly announced winter visit. Tottenham will play a match against Auckland FC at Eden Park on July 26. King joined Elliott Smith to discuss what this could mean for fans. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pre-season football treat for Auckland FC. The A-League outfit will host Premier League side - at least currently - Tottenham Hotspur at Eden Park on July 26. Spurs are currently 17th in the Premier League and on the cusp of relegation for the first time in 49 years. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker joined Elliott Smith to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BX-9 boxing returns tonight with 8 fights going down at Eventfinda stadium on Auckland's North Shore. Andrei Mikhailovich will be making his return to the ring tonight. He has taken some time away from the sport following back to back losses, one of which was for the IBF World middleweight title. Andrei joined D'Arcy to discuss what he's been up to and - look towards his bout tonight. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night, the NPC draw was released for the 2026 season. In 2025 the Wellington Lions decided to take all of their home games to Porirua Park as they struggled to get the fans to turn up to their 34,500 seat stadium in central Wellington. With the big stadium comes high cost and lots of empty yellow seats. The 2026 draw has revealed that they have decided to go back on this decision, and they will once again take all their games to the now named Hnry Stadium in Wellington city. Wellington Rugby CEO Tony Giles joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Whites are trying to stay present as a first World Cup appearance in 16 years looms large. New Zealand will play friendlies against Finland and Chile in Auckland over the next week, their last home games before June's footballing showpiece. All Whites midfielder Lachlan Bayliss joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Whites have their first matches of the year over the weekend as they prepare for their FIFA World Cup campaign later in the year. They are set to face Finland on Friday and Chile on Monday with both matches forming the FIFA series at Eden Park. D'Arcy had a chat with All Whites midfielder Ryan Thomas about it. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was announced on Monday that the NZ20 was the preferred option for New Zealand cricket as the future of domestic cricket in New Zealand. That leaves the organisers 8 months to ensure the competition is good to go come the start of the domestic cricket season at the end of the year. David Higgins is the founder of Duco Events and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what is needed to ensure success with the new competition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomorrow, the Black Caps will play their final home game in the 'Summer of Cricket' when they take on South Africa in a fifth and final T20I at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. The Black Caps will want to bounce back after their 20 run defeat in Wellington and with the series currently tied at 2-2, it's a winner takes all match. Jimmy Neesham is the captain of the Black Caps and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After weeks of speculation, the remainder of the All Blacks coaching group under Dave Rennie was finally revealed this morning. Neil Barnes was named the senior assistant coach, Fa'alogo Tana Umaga as the defence coach, Mike Blair as the attack coach, Jason Ryan as the forwards coach and Phil Healey as the Head of Performance. Neil Barnes joined D'Arcy to discuss what he can bring 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: NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon on NZ Cricket backing the proposed NZ20 privatised franchise league. 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 Warriors' continued NRL success, Auckland FC striking out and the Hurricanes holding strong this Super Rugby season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A T20 cricketing revolution is officially underway in New Zealand. The governing body is backing the proposed NZ20 privatised franchise league as a preferred option for the domestic game next season, which already has major association and players' association support. NZC say the decision is in principle only. NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: Kevin Hickland from Auckland Marist Rugby Club on why they're ditching junior fees. Talkback - Are fees the biggest barrier to kids playing sport? Wyatt Crockett on imminently losing the record for most Super Rugby appearances to James Slipper. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Slipper of the ACT Brumbies is about to make Super Rugby history. When he takes the field against the Chiefs on Friday it'll be his 203rd Super Rugby appearance - the most ever by any player. Wyatt Crockett was (and still is for a little longer) the record-holder with 202 Super Rugby matches under his belt, so Sportstalk's D'Arcy Waldegrave decided to get Wyatt on the phone and see how many 'Slipper' puns he could work into one interview... LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby clubs around the country are scrapping fees for juniors in a bid to get more kids playing sport. Counties Manukau has been doing this since 2024 - and one Auckland club is following suit. Auckland Marist's Kevin Hickland spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.