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The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' consists of Rugby Commentator Hamish McKay and Herald Rugby writer Phil Gifford. On this weekend's agenda... What do people make of Caleb Clarkes' incident, why is the NRL taking its product to Vegas, and the Sky TV chair opens up on rugby rights and DAZN threat. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Commentator Paul Allison and Herald Rugby writer Phil Gifford. On this weekend's agenda: Is the Mana Pasifika idea any good, New Zealand sevens teams will still be branding INEOS in Vancouver despite legal row, and TVNZ picks up LIV golf - do you have an issue with it? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Lawson is all everyone can talk about this weekend - The panel discuss his success with Red Bull Racing. David Nyika has two weeks before he comes up against one of the scariest men in the division, Jai Opetaia. In the space of three weeks, there are three kiwi fighters fighting for a world title: Joseph Parker, David Nyika and Mea Motu. The panel discusses the Halberg awards and whether anything non-Olympic has a chance of winning this year. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writer Phil Gifford and Rugby Commentator Paul Allison. On this weekend's agenda: What are the odds in the All Blacks' clash against Ireland, have people bought into 'Fast5' netball, and is swearing in sport offensive? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writer Phil Gifford and Rugby Commentator Paul Allison. On this weekend's agenda: What is this All Blacks v Japan test all about? The Comm Games have been chopped in half, and how good have the Silver Ferns been? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Journalist Phil Gifford and Commentator Rowena Duncum. On this weekend's agenda: Dame Patsy stands down from the NZR board, James O'Connor signs with the Crusaders, and the White Ferns stun India at the World Cup. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writer Phil Gifford and NZ Herald Sports Journalist Alex Powell.   On this weekend's agenda:  The All Blacks v Wallabies, how the Rugby Championship has lost its meaning, and our new fast bowling star.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writer Phil Gifford and Rowena Duncum.    On this weekend's agenda: What's up with Leon MacDonald's pay out? Do the All Blacks have a chance at Ellis Park on Sunday? And is now the right time for Lydia Ko to retire?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writer Phil Gifford and Graeme 'The Sportsfreak' Beasley.   On this weekend's agenda:  Why can't Leon and Razor just get along? Shaun Johnson gets a royal sendoff at Mt Smart Stadium, and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck turns down the Kiwis to represent Toa Samoa.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' consists of NZ Herald Online Sports Editor Alex Powell and Rugby Writer Phil Gifford. On this weekend's agenda: Scott 'Razor' Robertson's picks a fresh looking side for Fiji, Is Ardie Saeva's move to Moana a good idea? And are we excited for the Olympics next week? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Commentator Paul Allison and Rugby Writer Phil Gifford.   On this weekend's agenda: Scott 'Razor' Robertson has named his first squad of the year, should we be more sympathetic towards Shaun Johnson? And who's getting up at 2am for the Cricket World Cup Final?   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writers Phil Gifford and Jamie Wall.   On this weekend's agenda:  Have people forgotten about the Cricket World Cup already? The Premier League decided to keep the VAR, and was the Joseph Sua'a'li'i tackle worthy of a send-off?   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Sloane, an All Blacks hooker, says he once bawled out his Hikurangi club flanker for allowing Sid Going, Mid-Northern's halfback, to bump him off in the tackle in a game at Whangārei.  Later in the match Sloane faced Going running round the front of a lineout. “When I was sitting on my butt on the deck,” says Sloane, “I realised why the loosies found it so hard to tackle him.”  Sidney Milton Going, Super Sid to headline writers and Milt to his family, who died on Friday aged 80, was an All Blacks great, and one of the most exciting footballers to ever play the game.  As Sloane, and international players Going faced in 29 tests from 1967 to 1977 found, Going was startlingly powerful. His strength came naturally to him. He never darkened the doorway of a gym. But I once interviewed him in a changing shed in Whangārei, and got a good idea of why he could shrug off tackles from men who towered over him. He was only wearing a pair of shorts, and his upper body would have been envied by Arnold Schwarznegger.  Going was so old-school he wasn't big on pre-season road running either. Just after he'd retired he said he hated road work so much he sought out every pre-season charity game he could find, and got fit by playing.  Sid Going appears for the All Blacks against the Springboks in 1976. Photo / Photosport  As a child growing up with four brothers in the Maromaku Valley, north of Whangārei, he learned early how to deal with rugby's physicality. He'd say, on the family lawn “there were no beg pardons. We'd hit each other really hard”.  As well as rugby and family, the other great love of his life was the Mormon church. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel at the end of Marlow Rd in Maromaku was central to him.  He spent two years in Canada in the early 1960s as a Mormon missionary, switching to basketball. But on his return rugby quickly called again.  He was soon a fixture in the Northland side, and by 1966 was challenging for an All Black position. But he faced huge competition from Chris Laidlaw, a more traditional halfback with an impeccable pass.  When he was finally given the chance, Going could produce extraordinary moments at the highest level. In 1968 he scored two solo tries in the first 30 minutes of a test against France at Eden Park.  Many of us lucky enough to see Sid and his brothers, Ken and Brian, play together for Northland and the New Zealand Māori side will always believe a game-changing chance was missed by the All Black selectors of the early 1970s. The Goings' Northland coach, Ted Griffin, swore that together behind an All Black pack they would have torn the world's best teams apart.  Halfback Sid Going hoofs the ball during the New Zealand vs Southern Universities match during the All Blacks tour of South Africa in 1970. Photo / NZ Herald Archive  There's never been a magic act quite like the one the trio used to put on, with just a footy ball for a prop. “Going, Going, Going, Gone” was the headline after one dazzling triple-scissors try for Northland.  They all had speed, skills and strength. But together they had something even more potent, a list of 30 or more carefully planned, well rehearsed moves, with every single one named.  The best, they called “The Special”.  This is an outline of how it worked. Sid passes wide to Brian. Ken works a scissors pass with Brian. Meanwhile Sid is tracking Ken, who would work another scissors with him. Now Sid has the ball from the final scissors pass, and scores the try. Occasionally one last defender, by luck or good management, was still in the way, so one more pass, or a step, was needed.  “The Special” almost made Northland the only provincial team to beat the 1971 Lions. But Sid thought Brian was likely to be caught and didn't pass, and for once he struck a fullback in JPR Williams who was able to haul him down. The Lions sneaked in 11-5.  One of the many likeable aspects of Sid the rugby player was that, with his devout religious beliefs, he never swore, on or off the field. Talk with him when he was passionate and adjectives like “blinking” or “flipping” might appear, but never anything more vulgar.  Sid's startling range of skills was probably best displayed in 1972 at Eden Park for Northland, when a penalty to win the Ranfurly Shield from Auckland was awarded.  Earlier in the game Sid had botched a tap kick and Auckland scored a try, so brother Ken, the usual kicker, was still angry. “You take the kick,” he snapped at Sid. “Okay, I blinking well will,” said Sid. From 45 metres out he kicked the winning penalty.  Super Sid was a nickname that fairly defined the man.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson and Rugby Writer Phil Gifford.   On this weekend's agenda:  The betting scandal that has rocked the A-League, the Nix playing in front of a sold-out crowd in Wellington, and was Sam Cane treated poorly by New Zealand's media?   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Netball Commentator Jenny Woods and Rugby Writer Phil Gifford. On this weekend's agenda... is Eden Park the front runner for Auckland's stadium choice? The Crusaders finally get another win on the board, and are the wheels falling off the Wahs bandwagon? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist Natham Limm and Rugby Writer Phil Gifford.   On this weekend's agenda:  Was it the right call to re-sign Dame Noeline Taurua? Women's basketball is set for a big payday in New Zealand, and why is Mike Cron ditching the All Blacks legacy for Australia?   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All Star Panel' consists of Rugby Writer Phil Gifford and Rugby Commentator Paul Allison. On this weekend's agenda... NPC rugby may be ditched by Sky TV, Razor is calling on Sam Whitelock to return to the All Blacks, and Sir Russell Coutts is digging at Christchurch before the Sail GP regatta has even begun... LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Journalists Jamie Wall and Phil Gifford.   On this weekend's agenda... the Warriors and their clunky start to the season, are we really offended by the Hurricanes Poua haka? Why are the Crusaders struggling so badly and are we excited about Jake Paul fighting 57-year-old Mike Tyson?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of 'The All Star Panel' consists of Rugby Writer Phil Gifford and Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist Nathan Limm.   On this weekend's agenda:  Can we really claim that test series win over South Africa as 'historic'?   Why are the Warriors so popular, even in pre-season?  What to do with the cash-strapped Melbourne Rebels heading into the opening round of Super Rugby Pacific?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Limm and Phil Gifford joined D'Arcy Waldegrave for this week's edition of 'The All Star Panel'. - Christchurch council looks into viability of hosting Commonwealth Games - New Zealand v South Africa - test side's revealed  - Boys Get Paid want to place biggest bet in NZ history - Melbourne Rebels in big financial trouble  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran Broadcaster & Journalist Phil Gifford catches up with McIvor to talk about being included in the New Years Honours list becoming an ONZM, his career to date, greatest memories & more  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shreyas Iyer and Lokesh Rahul scored attacking hundreds to help India make it nine wins in nine games with a 160-run victory over the Netherlands in the final group-stage match at the Cricket World Cup today. Iyer hit his first World Cup century, scoring 128 not out off 94 balls, while Rahul smashed the fastest Indian hundred at a World Cup, as India piled on the runs at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The pair put on 208 runs off 21 overs for the fourth wicket. Rahul scored 100 off 62 balls, beating Rohit Sharma's 63-ball record against Afghanistan in Delhi earlier in this tournament. In all, the two-time champions had five batters scoring 50-plus in their innings, and finished at 410-4, the fifth highest World Cup total. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gil put on 100 for the first wicket. Virat Kohli was out for 51 but will likely remember this match for claiming his first ODI wicket in almost a decade. Jasprit Bumrah (2-33) and Mohammed Siraj (2-29) shared four wickets as the Dutch were dismissed for 250 in 47.5 overs. India advanced to the semifinals with a perfect 18 points from nine wins. They will play fourth-place New Zealand in the first semifinal at Mumbai on Wednesday. Second-place South Africa will play third-place Australia in the second semifinal at Kolkata the following day. The Netherlands finished 10th in the standings, despite their two upset wins against South Africa and Bangladesh. India made a fast start after Sharma won the toss. Sharma made 61 off 54 balls, including eight fours and two sixes. Gill scored 51 off 32 balls, hitting three fours and four sixes. Gill was first out, holing to square leg off Paul van Meekeren. It brought Kohli to the crease with a loud cheer from the anticipating crowd. Kohli struggled to time the ball properly before finding his rhythm and hitting 51 off 56, including five fours and a six. He went atop the most runs' standings – 594 in nine matches, ahead of South Africa's Quinton de Kock (591 runs in nine matches). At the other end, Sharma was out caught at long on as India was down to 129-2 after a fast start. Iyer and Kohli then put on 71 off 66 for the third wicket. Just as Kohli had found his rhythm, Roelof van der Merwe stunned the partisan Indian crowd in the 29th over. He bowled the star batter, who was searching for a record 50th ODI hundred. The score read 200-3 at that time and the Iyer-Rahul stand wasn't then broken till the final over. Iyer scored his first 50 off 48 balls, and then accelerated to score the next 50 off 36 balls, hitting three fours and two sixes in this part. He scored another 28 off the last 10 balls faced. Rahul was even more impressive in his acceleration. He got to 50 off 40 balls, and then to 100 off another 22 balls – in all, he hit 11 fours and four sixes. India scored 126 runs for one wicket in the final 10 overs to finish with the tournament's second-highest total. It was also India's second-highest total in World Cups after 413-5 against Bermuda in 2007. In reply, Netherlands gave a good account but their batting lacked the firepower needed to seriously challenge India's score. Sybrand Engelbrecht scored 45 off 80, including four fours. He also finished as the Netherlands' top run-scorer in the tournament with 300 runs in eight games, including two half-centuries. Max O'Dowd (30) and Collin Ackermann (35) put on 61 runs for the second wicket, the highest partnership of the Dutch innings. Their biggest highlight was when Kohli came on to bowl and dismissed Scott Edwards for 17, caught behind down leg side. It was Kohli's first ODI wicket since January 2014. Sharma wasn't too far behind, also picking up a wicket. Teja Nidamanuru holed out to long on after scoring 54 off 39 balls, including six sixes. Mohammed Shami went wicketless in his six overs, after picking up 16 wickets in the previous four games. Spinners Kuldeep Yadav (2-41) and Ravindra Jadeja (2-49) made their presence felt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Wayne Smith is well known within the rugby world.  With two All Blacks World Cup Wins as assistant coach under his belt and one with the Black Ferns as head coach, he was the first coach to win both.   But there are lows amongst the highs; losing his position as head coach in 2001, and the backlash from the 2007 Rugby World Cup loss.  Smith covers it all in his new book Smithy, co-authored with longtime rugby journalist and commentator Phil Gifford.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Wayne Smith took some convincing to write a memoir, but recently – over two months at his Waihi Beach bach – the legendary rugby mentor detailed his life to sportswriter Phil Gifford. The resulting book Smithy: Endless Winters & The Spring of '22 is out now.

The future of the Commonwealth Games appears to be up in the air, after another prospective host city pulled out. Alberta hasn't even been confirmed as host of the 2030 games, but it has announced it will pull its bid for them. The Canadian withdrawal comes after the 2026 Victoria Games in Australia were canned due to the extreme cost of hosting. So could it be the end of the Commonwealth Games? Phil Gifford covered the 1974 Christchurch Games, and the 1990 Games in Auckland. Gifford spoke to Corin Dann.

A prominent sports journalist says grandiose ideas helped sink the next Commonwealth Games. The Australian state of Victoria has cancelled its plans to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to budget blowouts. Phil Gifford says it's a sad move, and he's not sure whether the Games can survive it. Gifford spoke to Corin Dann.

Billy Bush played 37 games for the All Blacks between 1974 and 1979, achieved a century of games for Canterbury and captained for the Maori All Blacks. Since his playing days, he has been involved in the sport as a coach and an administrator. His services to rugby have also resulted in being appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, and he is a life member of the NZ Maori Rugby Board. Now 74, he drives buses on long haul runs around the South Island. His new book Billy Bush: A Front Row View on Life has been co written with Phil Gifford.

Rugby writer Phil Gifford joins Piney to discuss the Ardie Savea throat-slitting gesture incident. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about the life and achievements of one of our most successful athletes. Eve Rimmer was the first woman to represent New Zealand at the Paralympics, and first person to win a medal. Eve competed in a variety of athletic events and swimming. She won 32 international medals, twenty-two of them gold, including eight paralympic golds. She's one of our most decorated athletes to date. Sports writer and broadcaster Phil Gifford met her, he joins Jesse to talk about.

Accomplished Kiwi athlete and founder of the Halberg foundation, Sir Murray Halberg recently passed away at age 89. Between his accomplishments in the 1960 Olympics and the 1958 and 1962 Commonwealth Games and his charity work supporting children with disabilities in sport, Sir Murray Halberg impacted a lot of lives. NZ Herald sports journalist Phil Gifford was one of those people, and he said that Sir Murray Halberg was a generous and lovely person. "The kindness and generosity of spirit that led to him starting that foundation for people that had physical disabilities, to help kids in particular get into sport, it was expressed as a person. He was a lovely guy." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand athletics legend Sir Murray Halberg passed away aged 89 on Wednesday evening. Veteran sports journalist and broadcaster Phil Gifford joins Karyn to talk about Sir Murray Halberg's legacy.

Sports Minister and deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson says the Government is considering hosting the Games at some point in the future. Robertson is on his way to the United Kingdom where he will attend the Games in Birmingham but before he left he told Stuff "a preliminary analysis of the feasibility of hosting the Commonwealth Games" is underway. This at a time when it is becoming harder to find host venues, and when the event's standing in a packed global schedule is being questioned. Veteran sports journalist and broadcaster Phil Gifford spoke to Corin Dann.

Joe Schmidt has been called in to help coach the All Blacks in their first test against Ireland at Eden Park on Saturday after a Covid outbreak in camp.Schmidt was not due to start his selector/analyst role with the All Blacks until the Rugby Championship but after head coach Ian Foster, forwards coach John Plumtree and defence coach Scott McLeod all caught Covid, he will now attend team trainings this week.In further disruption for the All Blacks, Crusaders midfielders David Havili and Jack Goodhue have also been removed from the team due to Covid. Crusaders centre Braydon Ennor has joined the squad as cover.Schmidt coached Ireland from 2013-19 – a period that included their first win and maiden home victories against the All Blacks – before returning home last year. Schmidt's intimate knowledge of Ireland's senior players and management (Irish head coach Andy Farrell was his assistant) is sure to prove valuable.Losing their most experienced coaches causes significant disruption for the All Blacks, however.Given the seven day isolation period assistant coaches Brad Mooar and scrum coach Greg Feek, alongside Schmidt, will largely assume the reins.Ian Foster was among the few in All Blacks camp to test positive for Covid-19. Photo / PhotosportHavili was expected to start at second five-eighth alongside Rieko Ioane in the All Blacks midfield but Quinn Tupaea may now benefit from his and Goodhue's respective absences.Roger Tuivasa-Sheck also now looms as potential bench cover, although the All Blacks could prefer fellow test rookie Leicester Fainga'anuku.In a statement from isolation, Foster said he is confident in the team's ability to carry on preparing for the first test."We've had a plan for this happening, and it's a great opportunity for the wider coaching group and the senior players, who will be highly motivated to step up."We have learned how to cope with the unexpected, like everyone has over the past couple of years. I will still be working alongside the coaches and team via Zoom and I have huge faith in the coaching group and the players."We have structures in place and everyone is working together."

The Crusaders were absolutely dominant in the weekend's Super Rugby Pacific Final.Their 21-7 victory over the Blues at Eden Park was highlighted by the first half, which saw the Crusaders 11-0 up at half-time.Rugby Australia may be leaving Super Rugby.It was reported on Thursday that Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan told NZR counterpart Stewart Mitchell they were considering ditching the trans-Tasman competition in favour of a domestic competition ahead of the 2027 World Cup, which will be held in Australia.Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan.LISTEN ABOVE

The Blues are back in the big dance.They will have the home advantage over the Crusaders for Saturday's Super Rugby's final in front of a sell-out crowd at Eden Park.All Whites coach Danny Hay has said they were robbed in their World Cup qualifying eliminator to Costa Rica.Chris Wood had an equaliser controversially ruled out by the VAR, before having Kosta Barbarouses sent off in a questionable performance from the referees.The Black Caps are struggling in their tour of England.For the second test in a row, they've been on the receiving end of defeats from winning positions, hampered by injuries and Covid.Australia has hinted at leaving Super Rugby.They will ‘consider their options' after their partnership agreement with NZR expires after 2023.Phil Gifford and Miles Davis joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the week's sports news

The Super Rugby Final has been confirmed.The Blues will have the home advantage over the Crusaders on Saturday, with the Blues scraping through to the final after beating the Brumbies by 1 point and the Crusaders' strong defensive showing against the Chiefs.The All Blacks have been named for the upcoming series against Ireland.Foster has named six debutants, including Blues duo Stephen Perofeta and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck.Hurricanes half-back TJ Perenara and Chiefs half-back Brad Weber are among the notable omissions.Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan.LISTEN ABOVE

All Black and Blues captain Dalton Papalii has avoided a speeding charge.Police were intending to charge him with travelling more than 50km/h over the 100km/h speed limit on Auckland's Southern Motorway last week, but the charges have been dropped due to a technical issue with the speed detection equipment.Kane Williamson is out of the second test with England.The Black Caps captain will miss the clash at Trent Bridge in Nottingham after testing positive for Covid-19.The Warriors mess continues.Nathan Brown has resigned as coach after refusing to move his family over to New Zealand, with Stacey Jones stepping in to coach the side.The Super Rugby semifinals take place over the weekend.The Crusaders host the Chiefs on Friday night, with the Blues taking on the Brumbies on Saturday.Phil Gifford and Jim Kayes joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the week's sports news

The Silver Lake deal has finally been signed.Only one of NZR's provincial unions was opposed to the $200 million deal with the US private equity firm.The deal will see $37m distributed immediately with the 14 NPC teams receiving $1m each, 12 heartland unions $500k each ($6m total), Māori rugby $2m, community clubs $7.5m, Players' Association $5m.The Black Caps and England are having a torrid time batting in the first day at Lord's.At the end of Day 1, the Black Caps were bowled out for 132, but England, who trail by 16 runs, have lost 7 wickets.The Christchurch stadium has suffered yet another setback.The cost of building will reportedly increase by up to $150 million, with the opening date delayed again to April 2026.Phil Gifford and Elliott Smith joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the week's sports news

A leaked report finds that NZ Rugby may struggle to get the Silver Lake genie back in the bottle. Heartbreak for Scott Dixon at the Indy500. Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE 

Amy Satterthwaite is one of five White Ferns going without a contract renewal for next year.The decision was controversial given Satterthwaite's accomplishments in her long international career, with Amelia Kerr hitting out at NZC on social media.Matt Lodge has addressed his messy exit from the Warriors.Lodge said “there was no argument” between himself and club owner Mark Robinson.It was later revealed he had received a payout of around $700,000 upon leaving.Phil Gifford and Lavina Good joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the week's sports news

The Blues played a championship-intensity game against the Brumbies and won. Scott Dixon qualifies for the Indy 500 in pole position for the fifth time. Is he NZ's greatest ever driver? Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE 

The Podmore report finds that cyclists should be treated as people before athletes. Who's going to be in the Super Rugby final? Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE 

Are the Blues the new Crusaders? It must be hard to be a Warriors fan at the moment.Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE 

New Zealand Super Rugby teams will be licking their wounds ahead of this weekend's round.Last weekend saw the Crusaders and the Hurricanes lose to the Waratahs and Brumbies respectively, and the Force were able to gain a bonus point in a narrow loss to the Blues.Real Madrid pulled off a legendary comeback against Manchester City mid-week in the UEFA Champions League semi-final.They looked certain to be down and out before two injury time goals equalled the tie and an extra time penalty was enough for Los Blancos to qualify for the final against Liverpool in Paris.The Warriors certainly had an interesting couple of weeks in the buildup to the Sharks match this weekend.After a record drubbing against the Storm, the Warriors followed that up with another golden point win against the Raiders.Phil Gifford and Abby Wilson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the week's sports news

The Black Ferns Sevens pipped by Australia in the final of the Canadian World Tour stop today. Lydia Ko gives an interesting explanation as to why she was a little off her game at her most recent LPGA event. Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE 

The Warriors suffered a record embarrassment over Anzac weekend.Their 70-10 defeat to the Melbourne Storm was their record defeat, with injuries compounding onto the team's misery.Tyson Fury has confirmed his retirement from boxing.Fury retires with an unbeaten record and intends on being a family man.Some discussion over Super Rugby players should be personally fined for poor discipline.It came from comments from Jeff Wilson and Sir John Kirwan in a plea to try and reduce the issue.Phil Gifford and Jason Pine joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the week's sports news

Dame Patsy Reddy is set to join the NZ Rugby board.The former Governor-General is one of three new members who will be joining at next week's AGM.The appointment comes after the Black Ferns coaching saga.Wayne Smith has been appointed as Glenn Moore's replacement after his resignation following a review into the culture of Black Ferns' environment.Super Rugby goes to Melbourne this weekend.This weekend sees a Super Round which sees the New Zealand and Australian teams clash for the first time this season.Phil Gifford and Jim Kayes joined Andrew Dickens to discuss the week's sports news

Results are out from the Black Ferns cultural and environmental review. Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters with a four-putt double bogey on the last hole. The rolling Maul is ruining rugby. Phil Gifford joined Andrew Dickens. LISTEN ABOVE 

Ross Taylor's final match ever is underway right now in Hamilton. Paul Coll wins the British Squash Open and retains his world number one status. Phil Gifford joined Andrew Dickens. LISTEN ABOVE 

For today's sporting history segment we're charting the career of shot put legend Dame Valerie Adams. Sports journalist and broadcaster Phil Gifford, who helped Dame Valerie write her 2012 autobiography Valerie, talks to Jesse.