Podcasts about nz cricket

On this week’s episode of The BYC Podcast, Dylan Cleaver & Paul Ford join ACC Head G Lane to discuss if that Lord's pitch was the worst of all time and ask what is going on with modern grassology? (00:00)... Once they're done raking over the coals of the 1st Test, they look ahead to the 2nd Test at the Oval and what some of the English got up to post win (18:20)...Then they chat about why there is no Test in Auckland during the upcoming home summer (27:00), preview the White Ferns at the T20 World Cup (30:25), before touching on Richard Boock leaving NZ Cricket (32:05).Plus, a far less grim Paul Ford’s Cricket Violence Corner (35:20)! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The BYC Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The schedule for the Summer of Cricket has been announced – a highlight being the India tests on New Zealand's shores in late 2026. One of the main talking points that came from the schedule is the number of matches happening at Eden Park, the stadium hosting just two white ball matches. NZ Cricket's Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer Glenn Critchley told Piney Eden Park's main focus is around white ball, and while Auckland is an important location, they wanted to make sure there's opportunities for people to watch right around the country. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The chairman of the NZ20 accepts it became an inevitability that they would need to delay the launch of the franchise cricket competition until 2028. Don Mackinnon says they reached the point that it couldn't be done properly this summer with the Black Caps touring Australia and then welcoming Sri Lanka soon after. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The proposed privately-backed NZ20 competition will be readjusted for a 2028 launch instead, NZ Cricket confirmed. Organisers have pushed back the launch by a full year, abandoning plans to mark out their run-up in January 2027. NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon says it's a shared decision between the organisation and NZ Cricket - and it's important to get things right. "Unfortunately, the window that we've got for January '27 is just too tight, particularly with the other commitments that we've locked in for test cricket. So it makes good sense." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ20 Chair Don Mackinnon catches up with Smithy as NZ Cricket & NZ20 announce the expected start date of the NZ20 T20 Cricket competition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney review the Black Caps' tour of Bangladesh and look at the challenges the new NZ Cricket is facing. Plus, they dive into the White Ferns squad named for the World Cup, and ask whether the substitution rule needs to be revised. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Agenda, Finn Caddie is joined by ACC Head G Lane to chat about the absolute scenes in the Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich Champions League Semi this morning (00:00)! Then, the fellas discuss the news that Geoff Allott has been named the new CEO of NZ Cricket and what it means for the NZ20 and his overall Test batting average (03:20)... Plus, after Leicester Fainga’anuku’s performance at Openside during Super Round, what other players could be forward/back hybrids (13:45)?Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (18:25)... Did you know that we've launched a new Facebook Group called 'The Caravan' JOIN HERE! Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Black Cap Geoff Allott has been appointed New Zealand Cricket's new CEO. The ex-fast bowler-turned-administrator served as NZC's general manager of cricket from 2008 to 2010, and board director between 2013 and 2021. Allott says the role is 'a huge honour' and he's looking forward to getting stuck in. "I know it's a big challenge, but to be given the reins of New Zealand Cricket - the sport that I love - is a huge honour. I'm really looking forward to the opportunity." 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.

This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney react to the rumours around the appointment of the new NZ Cricket CEO. They also discuss whether anything was achieved in the ODI series in Bangladesh, and whether there's room for any new talent in the test squad for England. Your views are welcome at onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ Cricket Great The Playing Mantis Jeremy Coney joins the show to talk about being inducted into the NZ Cricket Hall of Fame and give us a few yarns from his career on the pitch, as a coach, commentating & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Zealand Cricket want to explore a franchise league to replace the current domestic T20 competition. Board chair Diana Puketapu-Lyndon says a revitalised domestic league was the preference instead of entering a New Zealand team in an expanded Australian Big Bash T20 competition. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen. 

On this special emergency episode of The BYC Podcast, Dylan Cleaver joins Paul Ford to break down the news that NZ Cricket has backed the NZ20 franchise competition proposal over the Kiwi BBL team... Brought to you by Resene & Midland Brick!Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The BYC Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Agenda, Finn Caddie & Matt Heath join ACC Head G Lane to discuss the breaking news just as they began recording, that NZ Cricket has decided to back the NZ20 franchise competition proposal over the Kiwi team in the Big Bash (00:00)...WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Next, the fellas recap the weekend's Super Rugby action, including Mashy's Top 3 Moments (08:10), before raking over the coals of the Black Caps loss in the 4th T20 (16:30), and up UP DA WAHS (29:00)!Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (36:30)... Did you know that we've launched a new Facebook Group called 'The Caravan' JOIN HERE! Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See 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. Players Association CEO Heath Mills told Mike Hosking the level of interest in the competition and potential teams has been encouraging. He says New Zealand is institutionalised to believe we're too small or don't have enough money for a league, but other, smaller economies such as the West Indies have had incredibly successful leagues. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 24th of March, the Government intends to relax our fuel standards to align with Australia. What does that actually look like, and does it mean we're bringing in “dirty fuel”? NZ Cricket has decided to back the new T20 franchise league. Players Association CEO Heath Mills explains the benefits of the new system. Phil Rosenthal from 'Somebody Feed Phil' is coming to NZ and joined for a chat while he was on his elliptical. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NZ20 consortium are confident - but not adamant - they will get off the ground for next January. The franchise league has been given conditional support by New Zealand Cricket. NZ20 establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon says this conditional approval is enough to get things going at this stage. "We do have a backup, NZ Cricket's very aware that it could push to January '28, but that's not our goal at the moment. We're going to work really hard to deliver it in the timeframe we've got." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Cricket's trans-Tasman counterparts believe time will tell over whether choosing NZ20 over a Big Bash team is the right play. NZC have given conditional backing to a new franchise league - rejecting an entry into the Australian tournament. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ20 has triumphed, but the administration disaster at New Zealand Cricket continues. Former Black Cap Dion Nash —understood to have been against the local franchise league that has been provisionally accepted— has resigned from NZC's board. A statement says Nash was no longer aligned with the future direction of the organisation. NZ Herald Sports Reporter Alex Powell told Ryan Bridge that it's not surprising to see Nash falling on his sword. He says it was sort of known behind the scenes that he was the one board member really against NZ20, and without him, they could've come to this conclusion a few months ago. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday the 24th of March 2025, the Government's announced its first change to help us from running out of fuel, Transporting NZ CEO and Former Z Energy Logistics Manager Dom Kalasih shares his thoughts. NZ Cricket's made the decision to move ahead with NZ20, NZ Herald Sports Journalist Alex Powell tells Ryan what this means for the game. Fonterra's posted a $750 million profit; Fonterra Co-operative Council Chair John Stevenson shares his thoughts. Plus, Australia Correspondent Lesley Yeomans has the latest on fuel shortages across the ditch and thousands of journalists at the ABC are going on strike from Wednesday. Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 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.

New Zealand Cricket is poised to decide whether to keep domestic T20 cricket as is, form a new privatise franchise league, or bid for expansion spots across the Tasman. Discussions have been taking place, with many cricketers and industry experts voicing their insights into NZ Cricket's next steps. Daily Telegraph cricket writer Ben Horne joined Piney to share his thoughts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on On the Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney chat about the looming decision for NZ Cricket; is it BBL or NZ20? Is crickets integrity under threat from below strength teams playing meaningless series? And, sad farewells for Trevor 'TG' McMahon. Your thoughts and views welcome at onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Zealand Cricket board is still deciding the future of the country's domestic T20 game, but a couple of Black Caps have other ideas. The options have effectively been whittled down to launching a privatised NZ20 tournament, given the Super Smash is without a broadcast deal for next summer, or setting up a local team in Australia's Big Bash League, provided they get an invitation. Sportstalk host Elliott Smith explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Agenda, Finn Caddie joins ACC Head G Lane, who shares his best/worst St. Patrick's Day story (00:00)...WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Then they go balls deep into the biggest story in NZ Cricket... The NZ20 vs The BBL! They debate which option is better for the future of New Zealand cricket and predict which way the decision-makers at NZ Cricket will go (04:00)...Plus, the All Whites have announced their squad for the FIFA World Cup warm-up matches at Eden Park (23:45)!Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (32:00)... Did you know that we've launched a new Facebook Group called 'The Caravan' JOIN HERE! Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Cricket is faced with ever-growing tension and a major decision. The organisation is considering an overhaul of the domestic game, a privatised T20 league, dubbed NZ20. Former NZ Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the complexities of the situation, what will happen, and whether it's a good idea. Vaughan told D'Arcy that it's been coming for a long time. He says the tension between international and domestic cricket has been gathering momentum, and the time for NZ Cricket to make some difficult decisions will arrive very soon. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 8th March 2026, D'Arcy Waldegrave takes over, chatting with Warriors Assistant Coach Stacey Jones about the team's thorough thrashing of the Raiders last night. Former NZ Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan talks NZ20 – what's happening? Is it a good idea? And Auckland FC is facing off against the table topping Newcastle Jets tonight, so CEO Nick Becker joined D'Arcy to preview the clash. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of New Zealand sport's biggest powerbrokers is stepping down. NZ Cricket Players Association boss Heath Mills has announced today that he will be leaving in June, after 25 years with the association. Mills says the time's right to step down, as he wants to focus on his new role as executive chairman of the World Cricketers' Association. "The time's right for me now to step aside as CEO of the New Zealand Players' Association. It's been a hard decision to make, because it's been part of my life for so long and I've loved representing players." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head of NZ Cricket Players Association Heath Mills joins the show to chat the latest news surrounding the NZ20 and BBL standoff, the players stance, how he see's this playing out & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A story was released today detailing that New Zealand Cricket staff members are unhappy after what happened with former NZC CEO Scott Weenink on his way out of the organisation. It was also announced earlier today that head of the NZCPA, Heath Mills, is resigning from the role after 25 years. Shayne Currie is the Editor at Large for the NZ Herald and he joined D'Arcy to break down what he knows. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blackcaps Great Stephen Fleming joins the show to chat his return to the NZ Open at Millbrook Resort as part of the Pro-Am component of the tournament, his partner, conditions, expectations, fellow amateurs & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The tenth edition of the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup is set to kick off next week. The event will run from February 7 to March 8, kicking off with Pakistan taking on the Netherlands. Former NZ Cricket CEO Martin Snedden joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three of New Zealand's biggest sporting bodies have seen their leaders depart, and it's prompted concerns about what this could mean for the sector. NZ Rugby head Mark Robinson is set to depart the role, Netball NZ CEO Jennie Wyllie resigned at the end of last year and NZ Cricket CEO Scott Weenink recently resigned following a scandal. Former NZ Cricket CEO Martin Snedden says the leadership role's always come with challenges, but social media backlash makes scandals more noticeable. "These are very difficult jobs. Sport is volatile, stakeholders' expectations, sometimes broad expectations, are disproportionate to what the resources are of an organisation - and burnout is a huge issue." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fold is taking a break over summer. We'll be back soon with new episodes but, until then, here's one of our favourites from 2025: Sophie Moloney has been CEO of Sky NZ for five years. For much of that time she's been dealing with downsides – a failed acquisition of MediaWorks, Spark Sports gifting their rights to TVNZ and prolonged satellite issues. But lately, things have been looking up. They successfully brought NZ Cricket rights back, scooped up Three's assets for $1, and just last week lengthened their rugby deal under very buyer-friendly terms. She joins Duncan Greive on the Fold to dig into all those issues and more. This episode was originally published on August 29 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The abrupt departure of NZ Cricket boss Scott Weenink and the future of domestic cricket, last night's rugby awards, Joseph Parker gives his first interview since news he had tested positive for a banned substance and an official complaint has been lodged against the head of FIFA.

A power struggle looks to be brewing at NZ Cricket over the future of the domestic game. NZ Cricket chief executive Scott Weenink is understood to be taking a break from his day-to-day duties, ahead of talks about his future in the role. But cricket isn't the only national sport where rumours are swirling, Netball NZ also seems to be in disarray. Publisher of the Bounce Substack newsletter, Dylan Cleaver joins Jesse to discuss.

Questions are growing over the future of New Zealand Cricket chief executive Scott Weenink. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Corin Dann

Tonight on The Huddle broadcaster Mark Sainsbury and Thomas Scrimgeour from the Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! We could be looking at the next Netball scandal... at NZ Cricket. A bunch of ex Black Caps have signed an open letter highly critical of a new independent T20 competition. What do you make of their concerns? Ikea is open, and people either hate the hysteria or are totally buying into it, while The Warehouse is trying to remind people to buy local. What have you made of the whole drama? And, are our summer breaks too long? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode of The BYC Podcast, Dylan Cleaver joins Paul Stuart Ford to get stuck into the entrails of the first couple of days of the home summer of Test cricket (00:00).Plus, they gnash their teeth at the behind-the-scenes machinations at NZ Cricket (25:32), and nibble at the 2nd Test of the Ashes (29:27)! Finally, find the answer to last week's Who Am I? (34:17), and tuck into a farm-based Cricket Violence Corner and Bat Chat combo (36:05)... Brought to you by Resene!Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The BYC Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi cricket icon Mark Greatbatch has a new role: President of New Zealand Cricket. His career in the sport included iconic knocks such as saving a draw against Australia at the WACA in 1989, batting for 11 hours, and pioneering the pinch hitting role at the top of the ODI batting order. Greatbatch joined Piney to discuss his new role and some of his iconic cricketing moments. “In this role you've got to listen and see what the pulse of the game is. There's some really exciting and challenging at the same time things happening in world cricket at the moment.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ Cricket boss Scott Weenink is said to be fighting for his job amid an increasingly bitter power struggle over a the future of the domestic game. RNZ understands the NZ Cricket board has signalled Weenink's position may now be untenable. The dispute centres around a proposed new twenty-twenty franchise league, backed by a private consortium. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen.

The time is right for New Zealand to join the rest of the world with a privately-backed, franchise Twenty20 league. That's the message from Don Mackinnon, the man standing at the front of the group looking to achieve just that. Some 22 years on from cricket introducing the shortest format, T20 has become the vehicle in which the sport is growing around the world. And, as is the case with sports like football and basketball, strong club-based franchise competitions have proven to be the main driver of that. Led by the Indian Premier League, established in 2008, the franchise game has slowly but surely expanded to all corners of the cricket-playing world. First to India, then England, Australia, Pakistan, the West Indies, South Africa and so on. Even non-cricketing strongholds such as the US, Canada and even Nepal have franchise domestic leagues. The only exception to that is New Zealand. Since the inception of T20 cricket, New Zealand has maintained a domestic competition made up of the six major associations – Auckland, Northern Districts, Wellington, Central Districts, Canterbury and Otago – known as the Super Smash. However, the lack of any franchise-style model has left the Super Smash outdated. Instead of operating as NZ Cricket's (NZC) main driver of revenue, the Super Smash instead operates as a breeding ground for local talent, allowing Kiwi players to develop and step into the Black Caps and White Ferns respectively. And while that might be beneficial for New Zealand's national sides, the Super Smash being left off Sky's new cricket broadcast deal from the start of next summer shows the model, as it stands, is broken. But, led by Mackinnon, a consortium that includes former Black Caps captain Stephen Fleming and NZ Cricket Players' Association boss Heath Mills wants to take New Zealand into the franchise world. The proposed “NZ20″ would involve teams created by the major associations being sold to private owners, and establish a league to be played at the height of the Kiwi summer in January, as early as the start of 2027. It would also provide parity to what has been shown to work around the world. While the format is still to be finalised, the NZ20 would theoretically be a Kiwi-based league providing New Zealand's players the opportunity to play a franchise competition at home. As and when a format is decided, and agreed to by NZ Cricket, the major associations and the players' association, the NZ20 would revolutionise the sport in Aotearoa. Speaking to Weekend Sport with Jason Pine, Mackinnon – the chairman of the NZ20 Establishing Committee – explained that while similar attempts to implement a franchise league in New Zealand haven't materialised, the state of the sport in 2025 has changed that equation. “If we go back a decade, I was on the board of NZ Cricket,” he said. “We looked at setting up a franchise league back in 2013-14. “At the time we didn't think it was viable. But as one highly respected figure put to me, there's never been more money in the international game of cricket at the moment. “So many people around the world are excited by it and investing in it, but New Zealand is not part of that. “I just think the time is right to tweak that model and create something in our domestic league that fans are excited by. The money is there, the interest is there. The timing is perfect.” Naturally, with this kind of expansion, falsehoods have materialised. For a start, Mackinnon dismisses any notion the NZ20 is a “rebel league”, as suggested when first reported. Mackinnon concedes “it would be crazy to do this without the support of NZC”. Earlier this year, the NZ20 Establishing Committee presented the concept to NZC. In turn, two members of the NZC board are also part of the Establishing Committee, at a time when the governing body assesses multiple options as to how to revolutionise the shortest format here. Mackinnon also points out that what the NZ20 intends to do isn't new. Cricketing nations across the globe have implemented the same models, where privately-backed franchises co-exist with national boards to allow T20 to operate as the centrepiece of the domestic season. Those models have provided the blueprint for the NZ20 Establishing Committee to take on board. “What we're looking to do here is not novel,” Mackinnon said. “In actual fact, it's done all around the world. “The better question might be ‘why aren't we?' The South African league, for example, has gone from loss-making to extraordinarily successful. The Caribbean league has done exactly the same. “The Caribbean league is probably the model we've mostly looked at as replicating, in part. It's a relatively small economy, a relatively small talent pool. And yet it is reinvigorating the game in the Caribbean. “Will it be here in 30 years' time? I don't know. But the model is certainly doing great things for the game at the moment. There is absolutely no reason why we can't do it here.” What's more, there is also evidence of Mackinnon's suggestion of franchises having stakes controlled by the major associations, while selling ownership to investors. For example, England's “The Hundred” competition initially involved its franchises being co-owned by the English county cricket sides. However, when put to tender earlier in 2025, hundreds of millions of pounds were raised for the counties to use as they saw fit, including investing in the grassroots. The biggest potential worry for the NZ20 – if successful – is the window in which it would operate. If Mackinnon's suggestion of January eventuates, the NZ20 would clash with Australia's Big Bash League, South Africa's SA20 and the UAE's ILT20. The SA20 and ILT20 are both owned by Indian private equity, while the Big Bash League is almost certain to follow a similar path in seeking outside investment. Naturally, then, that would leave the NZ20 competing for talent, be it local or international. For Mackinnon, though, the priority is ensuring the competition is primarily an outlet for New Zealanders. “We're really conscious of that,” he said. “The first thing is we want to make sure our very best players are playing in it. “Heath [Mills] has been talking a lot to the Daryl Mitchells of this world, the Kane Williamsons – our best players. They are incredibly excited about this as a concept. “First and foremost, you're going to have a young kid playing for Otago, bowling to Finn Allen for example. That's got to be good for the game in New Zealand. “There's an awful lot of really good white ball cricketers playing around the world, not all of them can play in South Africa and Australia. “I have no doubt that there would be the opportunity to supplement squads. They would still be very good, exciting players that would put bums on seats.” However, the NZ20 isn't the only option on the table for NZC. The national body is also undertaking a review, led by Deloitte, to determine which direction it should move in. While a similar, privately-backed franchise model is also on the table – separate from the NZ20 – the biggest potential rival would be for the NZC to seek having at least one side join Australia's Big Bash. While that would mean New Zealand and Australia joining forces – as seen with the Warriors in the NRL, the Breakers in the NBL and Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix in the A-League – it would also mean NZC has less influence on how the team could be run. Regardless, Mackinnon, said that while the NZ20 Establishing Committee believes it has the best way forward, it ultimately wants to see what's best for the sport – even if it means NZC moves in another direction. “I'll be the first to applaud NZ Cricket for looking at all of their options, they're doing the right thing,” he said. “If they say that's better for cricket in New Zealand, we will live with that and I will wish that project every success. “It seems to me a competition that's played throughout New Zealand, ideally at holiday venues at the peak of summer, with some of our best players playing, some great international players is better for fans, it's better for players, it's better for our regions, and personally I think it's better for our Black Cap and White Ferns development programmes. “But that's just our opinion. I fully accept that NZ Cricket are looking at all their options – as they should.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moves are underway to investigate how domestic T20 cricket might be revamped here in New Zealand. Among the suggestions being put forward are a franchise based T20 league, similar to those of many other Tier 1 cricket nations, a New Zealand team entering the Australian Big Bash competition, and a refresh and reinvigoration of our current Super Smash competition. Former Black Cap and vastly experienced white ball cricketer, Anton Devcich joined Piney to discuss the measures NZ Cricket needs to take to breathe life back into our domestic T20 scene. In regards to a franchise based league, Devcich 's not entirely sure how well it would work, but he knows that a significant chunk of change would need to be forked out to any team involved. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 15th November 2025, former Black Cap and vastly experienced white ball cricketer Anton Devcich joined Piney to discuss what NZ Cricket needs to do to breathe life back into our domestic T20 scene. The All Blacks' Grand Slam hopes remain alive, but they face their biggest test match of the Northern Tour this weekend against England. Former England international Thomas Waldrom offers his thoughts on how important this test is for both nations. And Chris Lendrum joins to discuss what's next for the Black Ferns after parting ways with Head Coach Allan Bunting. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Agenda, Paul Stewart Ford joins ACC Head G Lane to preview the summer of cricket that begins tonight (00:00)! WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE! Then the fellas discuss the rumours of a New Zealand franchise being added to the BBL (13:05)...Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (22:15)...GET YOUR TICKETS TO THE AGENDA & BYC LIVE PODCAST HERE! Did you know that we've launched a new Facebook Group called 'The Caravan' JOIN HERE!Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's cautious optimism within the Black Caps about the prospect of a New Zealand team in cricket's Big Bash T20 league. NZ Cricket are investigating whether joining the Australian competition is viable. Sports commentator Nick Bewley revealed what we know so far. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could a New Zealand-based team join the Big Bash T20 cricket competition? NZC governing body chief executive Scott Weenink says they are investigating whether joining the Australian league is viable. Cricket Australia is mulling over expansion options – Singapore, New Zealand, and Canberra have been deemed candidates. Weenink told Mike Hosking they've been in talks for about a year about the potential of adding a men's and women's team to the Big Bash. If it were to happen, he says it wouldn't be at the expense of Super Smash, as it's important to have a strong domestic competition in New Zealand as well. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the show, Jamie and Stu discuss India v Pakistan at the Asia Cup, the white-ball series between South Africa & England, NZ A's tour to South Africa and the NZC casual contracts that leave the Black Caps with some tough decisions in the build up to the T20 World Cup. We start the show by talking about India's dominant performance against Pakistan in the Asia Cup group stage. We talk about India's depth and the balance that their two brilliant allrounders - Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel - provide, as well as the impressive contributions of the likes of Kuldeep Yadav, Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav. Saim Ayub's bowling was a bright spot for Pakistan in what was otherwise a tough day at the office for Mike Hesson's side. Next we move to the final stages of the English home summer to discuss a damp end to the white-ball series against South Africa, which saw a return to form for England's batters in between the rain. After scores of 400 in an ODI then 300 in a T20, it wasn't hard to hand out praise, with Phil Salt and Jacob Bethell in particular our topics of conversation. We also look back at a full international summer from Jofra Archer and try to make sense of a very full domestic calendar. We round out the show with a Black Caps focus - first a NZ A performance against South Africa which put the likes of Rhys Mariu, Dale Phillips, Curtis Heaphy, Adi Ashok and Matt Fisher in the spotlight, before running through NZ Cricket's decision to hand out five casual contracts to Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, Lockie Ferguson, Devon Conway and Kane Williamson. Does Kane's inclusion mean we might see him at the T20 World Cup? And did you realise the NZ home international summer is only two weeks away? Finally, we mention Gary Stead's new gig in the Ranji Trophy, and shout out Leicestershire for gaining promotion in the County Championship. We'll be back in your feed again next week to discuss more stories from the world of cricket, including the Asia Cup & more from England and New Zealand - maybe even some Australia A v India A content. Until then please take the time to give us a like, follow, share or subscribe on all our channels (@toporderpod on Twitter & Facebook, and @thetoporderpodcast on Instagram & YouTube) and a (5-Star!) review at your favourite podcast provider, or tell a friend to download. It really helps others find the show and is the best thing you can do to support us. You can also find all our written content, including our Hall of Fame series, at our website. You can also dip back into our guest episodes - including conversations with Mike Hesson, Shane Bond and Mike Hussey, current players such as Matt Henry, Sophie Devine and Ish Sodhi, coaches Gary Stead, Jeetan Patel and Luke Wright, as well as Barry Richards, Frankie Mackay, Bharat Sundaresan and many more fascinating people from all across the cricketing world. And if you'd like to reach out to us with feedback, questions or guest suggestions, get in touch at thetoporderpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening. 0:00 Intro 0:40 Asia Cup - India's dominant win against Pakistan 15:05 England's batters come to life against South Africa 18:30 Phil Salt's impressive performance 22:10 Jacob Bethell's hundred 26:30 Jofra Archer's home summer 29:15 England's disjointed domestic schedule 33:15 Mariu, Ashok, Fisher & more shine for NZ A 40:00 NZ Cricket's casual contracts 46:30 Gary Stead's Ranji Trophy gig & Leicestershire's promotion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finn Caddie and James McOnie join ACC Head G Lane to discuss the Mount Rushmore of NZ Cricket and why Sir Richard Hadlee looks like Saddam Hussein (00:00)?WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!Then, the fellas break down the All Blacks team to face Argentina this weekend (05:40), before discussing the drama around OnlyFans in cricket (20:30), Foxy qualifying for the PGA Championship event (26:00), and preview the next round of SailGP (27:30)!Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (34:50)...Have you joined our Facebook Group 'The Caravan' yet? - JOIN HERE! Join our Rugby Championship Fantasy League - CLICK HERE to start a team with the code HB9TP1OMBrought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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