Podcasts about white ferns

(00:00) All Whites(18:04) Mindfulness(21:40) Blackcaps(01:02:14) NZ Warriors(01:15:12) Auckland FC(01:31:23) White Ferns (01:38:42) NBLThis week in the Niche Cache we chat through New Zealand's first two games at the FIFA World Cup and then compare similar playing styles for Blackcaps and NZ Warriors. Blackcaps won their second Test vs England with Matt Henry leading an exciting quartet of seamers and NZ Warriors had a win vs Cowboys in Christchurch in which their young forwards churned out lots of hard mahi. Auckland FC have an exodus, White Ferns are in a T20 World Cup pickle and we finish with an NBL update. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheSubstack: https://thenichecache.substack.comDonate: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

New Zealand sports fans are facing a mixed bag of results as the national football team struggles against Egypt at the World Cup, while the White Ferns' T20 World Cup defense is also in serious jeopardy. The Black Caps bounced back strongly against a struggling England side in their second test, matching the excitement of Dave Rennie naming his first All Blacks squad with surprising new selections.

It's do or die for the White Ferns in their T20 World Cup defence in the UK. New Zealand meet Ireland early tomorrow morning in Southampton, where a loss would all but end their title hope. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

On today's episode of The Agenda, Tony Lyall joins ACC Head G Lane to discuss a French tennis player's f-bomb-laden post-match interview (00:00).Next, the fellas discuss the All Whites' World Cup opening 2-2 Draw with Iran and whether they should have won (04:40)... Plus, they touch on the White Ferns' T20 World Cup defence getting off to a very rocky start... (17:45). Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (25:20)... 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.

On this week's episode of The BYC Podcast, Dylan Cleaver & Paul Ford join ACC Head G Lane to preview the 2nd Test between the Black Caps and England at the Oval (00:00). They break down all the English team shenanigans, including curviews, alcohol bans and whether everything is right between Baz & Ben... Plus, make their picks of who will replace Steady The Ship. Then they take a trip down memory lane and discuss The Oval as a venue and NZ's victory there in 1999 (21:55)... Next, they chat about the White Ferns' first-up performance at the T20 Women's World Cup (26:20) and preview the upcoming matches (NOTE: This episode was recorded before the second match against Sri Lanka). Then they touch on the winds of change in the BBL (31:40), and share some listener correspondence (34:25).Plus, Paul Ford’s Cricket Violence Corner (38:15)... 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 On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney pay tribute to Kane Williamson, and discuss who is best suited to replace the batting maestro. They also discuss the changes England was forced to make, resulting in a squad unrecognisable as the one that won the first test, and the key improvement the White Ferns will need to make if they want to make the WT20 semi-finals. Your views welcome at onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Au sommaire de Radio foot internationale 21h10 TU (23h10, heure de Paris) : - Mondial 2026, suite de la 1ère journée des phases de poule. ; - Entrée en piste de la Roja dans le groupe H. ; - Bonne entame de tournoi de la Côte d'Ivoire face à l'Équateur. ; - La Tunisie corrigée 5-1 par la Suède.    Mondial 2026, suite de la 1ère journée des phases de poule Dans la G : Belgique/Égypte à Seattle. Des Diables Rouges en outsiders de la compétition, opposés à une des meilleures nations africaines, présente en phase finale du Mondial pour la 2è fois au XXIè siècle. Retrouvailles entre ex de la Premier League De Bruyne et Salah. - Un groupe où sont attendus aussi les joueurs de la Team Melli. Les Iraniens sont bien présents sur le sol américain. Ils s'élanceront cette nuit contre les White Ferns de Nouvelle-Zélande. Entrée en piste de la Roja dans le groupe H Les champions d'Europe, qui comptent parmi les favoris et arrivent avec de grandes ambitions, se frottent aux joueurs du Cap-Vert, qui découvrent la compétition. Les Requins Bleus vont-ils surprendre d'entrée ?   Bonne entame de tournoi de la Côte d'Ivoire face à l'Équateur Les Éléphants délivrés en fin de rencontre par Ahmad Diallo. L'attaquant de Manchester United bien servi par Wilfried Singo. La « Tri », peu vernie, a touché plusieurs fois les montants. Les Oranges déjà bien partis pour accéder au tour suivant. La Tunisie corrigée 5-1 par la Suède Doublé de Yasin Ayari, dont le père est Tunisien. L'attaque Isak/Gyökeres a tourmenté la défense des Aigles de Carthage. Une sévère défaite qui n'arrange pas le nouveau coach Sabri Lamouchi, dont l'équipe avait déjà encaissé 6 buts en 2 matches de préparation.  Pour débattre avec Sophiane Amazian : Philippe Doucet, Patrick Juillard et Manu Terradillos. - Technique/réalisation : Laurent Salerno - Pierre Guérin.   ► Le calendrier Coupe du monde ► Notre dossier spécial.

Au sommaire de Radio foot internationale 21h10 TU (23h10, heure de Paris) : - Mondial 2026, suite de la 1ère journée des phases de poule. ; - Entrée en piste de la Roja dans le groupe H. ; - Bonne entame de tournoi de la Côte d'Ivoire face à l'Équateur. ; - La Tunisie corrigée 5-1 par la Suède.    Mondial 2026, suite de la 1ère journée des phases de poule Dans la G : Belgique/Égypte à Seattle. Des Diables Rouges en outsiders de la compétition, opposés à une des meilleures nations africaines, présente en phase finale du Mondial pour la 2è fois au XXIè siècle. Retrouvailles entre ex de la Premier League De Bruyne et Salah. - Un groupe où sont attendus aussi les joueurs de la Team Melli. Les Iraniens sont bien présents sur le sol américain. Ils s'élanceront cette nuit contre les White Ferns de Nouvelle-Zélande. Entrée en piste de la Roja dans le groupe H Les champions d'Europe, qui comptent parmi les favoris et arrivent avec de grandes ambitions, se frottent aux joueurs du Cap-Vert, qui découvrent la compétition. Les Requins Bleus vont-ils surprendre d'entrée ?   Bonne entame de tournoi de la Côte d'Ivoire face à l'Équateur Les Éléphants délivrés en fin de rencontre par Ahmad Diallo. L'attaquant de Manchester United bien servi par Wilfried Singo. La « Tri », peu vernie, a touché plusieurs fois les montants. Les Oranges déjà bien partis pour accéder au tour suivant. La Tunisie corrigée 5-1 par la Suède Doublé de Yasin Ayari, dont le père est Tunisien. L'attaque Isak/Gyökeres a tourmenté la défense des Aigles de Carthage. Une sévère défaite qui n'arrange pas le nouveau coach Sabri Lamouchi, dont l'équipe avait déjà encaissé 6 buts en 2 matches de préparation.  Pour débattre avec Sophiane Amazian : Philippe Doucet, Patrick Juillard et Manu Terradillos. - Technique/réalisation : Laurent Salerno - Pierre Guérin.   ► Le calendrier Coupe du monde ► Notre dossier spécial.

In this episode of the show, Baldy and Stu look back at an eventful week in the world of cricket - although a lot of the news came off the field, with Kane Williamson calling stumps on his career and England Cricket's curfew kerfuffle involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. We also discuss the first few games of the Women's T20 World Cup and the Australian's Men's team's recent performances. We start the show by talking about Kane Williamson's decision to retire immediately from international cricket - news that came as a surprise to a few people, particularly with it happening after just one game of the three-match series against England. We discuss the initial announcement, then quickly reflect on what Kane Williamson's career has meant to New Zealand cricket fans and the special place he holds in the record books and in our hearts. There's also talk of his overall legacy in the Test arena and who might step into his shoes for the Black Caps in the years to come. As the conversation continues, the topic moves to the other big off-field news of the England-New Zealand series - the incident involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson that has resulted in them being stood down for the second Test pending the outcome of an investigation by the ECB. Was it an over-reaction? Does it signal a disconnect between the players and the coaching staff and/or England Cricket management? And what might England's XI look like for the second Test following the news that Ollie Robinson may also be in doubt. To round out the show, we hit the opening games of the Women's T20 World Cup, which has started brilliantly for England and Australia, but not so much for New Zealand's White Ferns, who will be ruing missed opportunities that saw them lose their opening encounter against the West Indies. There's also a quick chat about the Australian Men's team and their performances in Pakistan and Bangladesh. We'll be back again with more news and views next week, hopefully with a lot more on-field entertainment to discuss from the England v New Zealand series and the Women's World Cup. 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 1:10 Kane Williamson retires from international cricket 5:00 Retirement mid-series 9:45 Does it leave NZ short for the rest of the series? 13:20 What has Kane meant to Black Caps fans? 17:05 Kane Williamson's place in history 23:10 Who will fill Kane's shoes? 28:10 Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson suspended for 2nd Test 32:10 What might England's team look like at The Oval? 34:45 Do these incidents suggest a breakdown between players and staff? 44:45 Women's World Cup round-up 52:40 Australia's men against Bangladesh & Pakistan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

White Ferns Assistant Coach Craig McMillan joins the show to chat about Kane Williamson announcing his retirement, White Ferns lose to West Indies in their first game of Women's T20 World Cup, Looking forward to facing Sri Lanka on Wednesday, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The White Ferns are preparing to start their defence of the T20 Crown. They begin their campaign against the West Indies tomorrow morning at the Rose Bowl in Southampton. Captain Melie Kerr joined Piney to preview the cup and detail their plans to go back-to-back. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

(00:00) Blackcaps(38:55) White Ferns(42:34) Mindfulness(45:02) All Whites(01:13:19) Football Ferns(01:19:33) NBL(01:26:26) NZ Warriors/NRLThis week in the Niche Cache we break down a tough weekend for New Zealand vs England in sports. Blackcaps lost their first Test vs England and All Whites lost their World Cup warm up game against England, leaving plenty for us to discuss for both teams. White Ferns are also preparing for their T20 World Cup and we check in with Football Ferns who are on tour, then be update the latest NBL action and finish with a round up of NZ Warriors and Aotearoa rugby league matters. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheSubstack: https://thenichecache.substack.comDonate: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecache

Au sommaire de Radio Foot internationale ce lundi à 16h10 T.U., rediffusion 21h10 T.U. : - Le Mexique à 3 jours du match d'ouverture opposant l'un des 3 pays hôtes aux Sud-Africains. ; - Matches amicaux : à quelques jours de son entrée en lice face au Brésil, le Maroc a fait match nul (1-1) le 7 juin 2026, près de New York contre la Norvège, qui lancera son parcours le 17 juin face à l'Irak. ; - Florentino Perez rempile pour 4 ans. Le Mexique à 3 jours du match d'ouverture opposant l'un des 3 pays hôtes aux Sud-Africains. Le stade Azteca hébergera 5 matches, deviendra la 1ère enceinte à accueillir 3 fois le Mondial, et une compétition élargie à 48 équipes ! Après 1970 et le Brésil de Pelé, 1986 et l'Argentine de Maradona, les 1ers coups de sifflet de la 23è édition retentiront une fois encore dans la mythique enceinte, rénovée pour l'occasion. Un énorme défi logistique que celui d'organiser le tournoi dans une des plus grandes mégalopoles au monde, aux infrastructures modernisées. - Menaces des narcotrafiquants, contexte de tensions sociales, les enseignants ont récemment manifesté pour exiger des hausses salariales, forçant l'entrée de la fan zone place Zocalo. - Ferveur populaire autour de la « Tricolor », qui veut faire mieux qu'en Russie et surtout au Qatar : jusqu'où peut aller cette sélection, qui a déjà participé 17 fois à l'épreuve ?    Matches amicaux : à quelques jours de son entrée en lice face au Brésil, le Maroc a fait match nul (1-1) hier (7 juin 2026) près de New York contre la Norvège, qui lancera son parcours le 17 juin face à l'Irak. Diaz et Odegaard buteurs, mais les Rouge et Vert déplorent 2 blessés : Ezzalzouli et Mazraoui. - Victoire de la Seleção aux dépens des Égyptiens. Endrick buteur du Brésil face aux partenaires de Mo Salah, entré en 2è période. - Les Tunisiens de Sabri Lamouchi ont perdu leurs 2 matches de préparation, et pris une « manita » à Bruxelles face aux Diables rouges. Faudra-t-il compter avec les Belges de Lukaku, De Bruyne et Doku ? - La défaite des Grenadiers. Après une victoire contre les White Ferns, Haïti a cédé samedi (6 juin 2026) face au Pérou (non qualifié), malgré l'ouverture du score de l'offensif des Black Cats, Wilson Isidor.    - Il rempile pour 4 ans. Florentino Perez avait annoncé le mois dernier (mai 2026) la tenue du scrutin présidentiel, alors que le Real Madrid bouclait une nouvelle saison sans titre. Il a obtenu un nouveau mandat, écartant son concurrent Enrique Riquelme. L'homme d'affaires de 79 ans veut donner un nouvel élan aux Merengues, en confiant le banc à un ancien de la Maison blanche, José Mourinho.   Avec Hugo Moissinnier : Dominique Baillif, Marc Libbra et Chérif Ghemmour. Technique/réalisation : Laurent Salerno - Pierre Guérin.

Au sommaire de Radio Foot internationale ce lundi à 16h10 T.U., rediffusion 21h10 T.U. : - Le Mexique à 3 jours du match d'ouverture opposant l'un des 3 pays hôtes aux Sud-Africains. ; - Matches amicaux : à quelques jours de son entrée en lice face au Brésil, le Maroc a fait match nul (1-1) le 7 juin 2026, près de New York contre la Norvège, qui lancera son parcours le 17 juin face à l'Irak. ; - Florentino Perez rempile pour 4 ans. Le Mexique à 3 jours du match d'ouverture opposant l'un des 3 pays hôtes aux Sud-Africains. Le stade Azteca hébergera 5 matches, deviendra la 1ère enceinte à accueillir 3 fois le Mondial, et une compétition élargie à 48 équipes ! Après 1970 et le Brésil de Pelé, 1986 et l'Argentine de Maradona, les 1ers coups de sifflet de la 23è édition retentiront une fois encore dans la mythique enceinte, rénovée pour l'occasion. Un énorme défi logistique que celui d'organiser le tournoi dans une des plus grandes mégalopoles au monde, aux infrastructures modernisées. - Menaces des narcotrafiquants, contexte de tensions sociales, les enseignants ont récemment manifesté pour exiger des hausses salariales, forçant l'entrée de la fan zone place Zocalo. - Ferveur populaire autour de la « Tricolor », qui veut faire mieux qu'en Russie et surtout au Qatar : jusqu'où peut aller cette sélection, qui a déjà participé 17 fois à l'épreuve ?    Matches amicaux : à quelques jours de son entrée en lice face au Brésil, le Maroc a fait match nul (1-1) hier (7 juin 2026) près de New York contre la Norvège, qui lancera son parcours le 17 juin face à l'Irak. Diaz et Odegaard buteurs, mais les Rouge et Vert déplorent 2 blessés : Ezzalzouli et Mazraoui. - Victoire de la Seleção aux dépens des Égyptiens. Endrick buteur du Brésil face aux partenaires de Mo Salah, entré en 2è période. - Les Tunisiens de Sabri Lamouchi ont perdu leurs 2 matches de préparation, et pris une « manita » à Bruxelles face aux Diables rouges. Faudra-t-il compter avec les Belges de Lukaku, De Bruyne et Doku ? - La défaite des Grenadiers. Après une victoire contre les White Ferns, Haïti a cédé samedi (6 juin 2026) face au Pérou (non qualifié), malgré l'ouverture du score de l'offensif des Black Cats, Wilson Isidor.    - Il rempile pour 4 ans. Florentino Perez avait annoncé le mois dernier (mai 2026) la tenue du scrutin présidentiel, alors que le Real Madrid bouclait une nouvelle saison sans titre. Il a obtenu un nouveau mandat, écartant son concurrent Enrique Riquelme. L'homme d'affaires de 79 ans veut donner un nouvel élan aux Merengues, en confiant le banc à un ancien de la Maison blanche, José Mourinho.   Avec Hugo Moissinnier : Dominique Baillif, Marc Libbra et Chérif Ghemmour. Technique/réalisation : Laurent Salerno - Pierre Guérin.

The White Ferns have wrapped their final training camp ahead of the T20 Cricket World Cup which begins next week. The New Zealanders are the reigning champions and International commentators predict they'll be in the final four again. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke with Lisa Owen.

New Zealand Cricket Chief Marketing & Commercial Officer Glenn Critchley chats with Chappy about upcoming Blackcaps, White Ferns and domestic cricket schedules announced yesterday, NZ20 & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sky Sports NZ Sports Broadcast Executive Gary Burchet chats with Chappy about the upcoming Blackcaps, White Ferns and domestic cricket schedules announced yesterday, NZ20, BBL & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suzie Bates intends to distance herself from the White Ferns once she retires from the international game following the upcoming women's T20 Cricket World Cup in England. Bates has been awarded a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to cricket and basketball, following a two-decade career where she also played for the Tall Ferns at the 2008 Olympics. The 38-year-old Bates has ruled out staying on with the White Ferns in a coaching or advisory role. She says this award has taken her by surprise, but she's thrilled to be acknowledged. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney were joined by Black Cap Rachin Ravindra and White Ferns Coach Ben Sawyer as both teams prepare for major events in England. Plus, former Black Cap Hamish Marshall shares a few of his memories of playing at Lords. Send your views to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our women's cricket team are world champions at Twenty20, and there's a growing call to see them bowling a red ballThe White Ferns are a highly successful team, and have even received pay equity - but without multi-day matches, they still don't have play equityFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

(00:00) Auckland FC(36:02) Mindfulness(38:16) All Whites(49:09) NZ Warriors(01:07:54) NBL(01:14:35) White Ferns(01:25:47) BlackcapsThis week in the Niche Cache we celebrate Auckland FC's A-League championship and weave in a few World Cup wrinkles, as well as chatting through the left back role for All Whites ahead of the World Cup. Then we discuss the NZ Warriors win vs Dragons and update the week's NBL action in which Southland Sharks added another win to their streak. We finish with White Ferns preparing for the T20 World Cup and Blackcaps who are about to play a Test vs Ireland. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheSubstack: https://thenichecache.substack.comDonate: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

This week, commentator and writer Andrew Alderson joins us to assess the Lords team's match-ups, lessons for the White Ferns after the first T20 against England and leaks investigated from the NZC computers. Your views welcome: onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) NZ Warriors(44:47) Mindfulness(50:37) NBL/NZ Breakers(01:03:13) All Whites(01:12:51) Wellington Phoenix Women & Auckland FC Men(01:47:01) White Ferns/NZ-AThis week in the Niche Cache we roll through lots of New Zealand Warriors topics after their Magic Round win vs Brisbane Broncos, the mayhem of the halfback and the ruthless playing style. Then we check in with how Southland Sharks have worked up the NBL ladder and another signing for NZ Breakers in Kouat Noi, before starting our All Whites World Cup coverage with a few notes about the squad announced last week. Wellington Phoenix Women couldn't win their A-League Grand Final but Rebekah Stott keeps winning and Aotearoa has another chance this week with Auckland FC hosting Sydney FC. We finish with how White Ferns and NZ-A Women are tracking in England and Sri Lanka. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheSubstack: https://thenichecache.substack.comDonate: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

Blackcaps Great Simon Doull joins Smithy to chat about the Blackcaps upcoming matches, White Ferns recent success over England, and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney were joined by special guest Wisden Editor Lawrence Booth to chat about the release of the 163rd edition of the cricketers' bible, the Wisden Cricketers' Almanack. They also reflect on the White Ferns' one day series against England and the postponed NZ T20 competition. Your views welcome at onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

(00:00) Wellington Phoenix Women(38:36) Mindfulness(45:40) Auckland FC(01:12:52) Charlisse Leger-Walker(01:17:14) NBL(01:34:05) White Ferns(01:40:53) BlackcapsThis week in the Niche Cache we celebrate Wellington Phoenix Women making the A-League Grand Final by chatting through their win vs Brisbane Roar, previewing the match up vs Melbourne City and highlighting Wellington as New Zealand's hub for women's sport. Auckland FC are also in A-League finals with an away leg to Adelaide coming up after their draw at Mt Smart and continue to battle injuries as well as somehow getting players back from injuries quicker than expected. Charlisse Leger-Walker scored her first WNBA points, Carlin Davison's back with NZ Breakers and Auckland Tuatara are leading the NBL. White Ferns lost their first ODI vs England and have low hanging fruit to improve, while the Blackcaps Test squad to tour Ireland and England was announced last week so we finish with a few thoughts on Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell, Jacob Duffy.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheSubstack: https://thenichecache.substack.comDonate: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

On today's episode of The Agenda, Matt Heath and Finn Caddie join ACC Head G Lane to discuss the breaking news about the NZ20 (00:00)...Next, the fellas get into some footy with Auckland FC grinding out a 1-1 draw with Adelaide United in the first leg of their Semi (06:10), while the Women's Phoenix make history by becoming the first NZ side to reach an A-League Grand Final (08:45). Plus, the NZR not changing it's eligibility rules for Richie Mo'unga (10:30), the Sea Eagles ripping farts (14:00) and Finn Allen smashing an IPL Century while the White Ferns lose at the death in a thriller (19:10). Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (27:40)... 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's Suzie Bates will retire from international cricket after this summer's Women's T20 World Cup. It marks the end of an illustrious 20-year career and many records to be proud of. Suzie tells the podcast it was a difficult decision but feels it's the right time and believes the future is bright for the White Ferns with the next generation of players. Plus, Peshawar Zalmi beat Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets to win the 2026 PSL final in Lahore. Australian all-rounder Aaron Hardie starred with bat and ball to register the franchise's second title in nine years. Cricket broadcaster Zainab Abbas joins Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Charu Sharma to reflect on the tournament in the impact of Babar Azam. Photo: Suzie Bates of New Zealand reacts after the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final 2024 match between South Africa and New Zealand at Dubai International Stadium on October 20, 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Credit: ICC via Getty Images)

Dame Lisa Carrington won't be competing as expected at this weekend's Canoe Sprint World Cup, New Zealand Rugby's announced its new CEO, and the White Ferns and Black Caps spending time in England.

The White Ferns' T20 Cricket World Cup title defence in June will be a farewell for a trio of long-standing players and a new challenge for a duo who have been making a name for themselves at the domestic level.

On today's episode of The Agenda, Finn Caddie is joined by ACC Head G Lane to debate the important question... Have you had more pints of beer or sessions of self-pleasure in your life (00:00)?Then, the fellas discuss the 2nd Black Caps & Bangladesh T20 being rained off and the interesting image used to promote the match on social media (03:40), and the White Ferns have named their T20 World Cup squad (08:00). Plus, is the end near for LIV (13:55) and the All Whites' big World Cup pay day (17:35)! Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (23:10)... 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.

With the White Ferns and South Africa deadlocked at 1-all in the one-day series, the 39th game of the season could be another nail-biter. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

In this episode of the show, Stu and Raj discuss the first week of IPL 2026, focusing on the things that reinforced their pre-tournament views and the things that have surprised them so far. We start the show with another shout out to Amelia Kerr, after her stunning 179* guided the White Ferns to a record-breaking chase against South Africa, before moving on to the IPL coverage and the most recent match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Kolkata Knight Riders.. For SRH, it was a story of two innings on the batting side of things, with the Travishek combo of Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head getting them off to a flyer, before a flurry of wickets meant Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy had to rebuild, but they did it in fine style. With the ball, run outs proved to be the most important factor, as we talk about some positive signs from Nitish Kumar Reddy & Angkrish Raghuvanshi and the pressure starting to build on Cameron Green. As we start to look back to the week that was, it's Cooper Connolly who takes centre stage after he starred in Punjab's win against Gujarat. We examine why people are so excited about his potential, and what this means for the PBKS season. Next, attention turns to the Rajasthan v CSK game, which saw Nandre Burger & Jofra Archer blast out the CSK top order before Vaibhav Suryavanshi and a moustachioed Yashasvi Jaiswal made light work of the chase. Are RR better than we expected? Or are the Chennai Super Kings fans in for a tough, tough season? The Delhi Capitals bowlers are the next group to receive praise from the Top Order team, after their performance against LSG. Lungi Ngidi's slower ball, Kuldeep Yadav's trickery and Axar Patel's craft all played a huge role in knocking off the LSG firepower before an impressive partnership from Sameer Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs saw them home. To round out the show, we highlight strong starts from RCB and the Mumbai Indians, who look set to challenge for the title yet again in 2026 with Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma & Ryan Rickelton all looking in top form. We'll be back in your feed again in another week or so with more cricket news, including plenty of IPL news and the upcoming NZ tours. 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 0:30 Amelia Kerr stars for the White Ferns 2:30 Sunrisers v KRR review 4:40 Nitish Kumar Reddy 6:50 KKR injuries have hit hard 11:35 Cameron Green 14:25 Cooper Connolly stars for PBKS 23:45 Rajasthan look like they could be fun 26:40 CSK look like they will struggle 30:15 Delhi's bowling attack looks excellent 35:30 RCB & MI's strong starts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen about the White Ferns taking on South Africa Women for the second of three ODI matches.

The White Ferns are facing a record run chase to level the one-day cricket series against South Africa in Wellington on Wednesday. The visitors posted a competitive 346 for 6 which is the highest total for a women's one-dayer at the Basin Reserve. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

The White Ferns have wrapped up a 4-1 T20 series win over South Africa, cruising to a 92-run win in the final game at Hagley Oval. Having already wrapped up the series, captain Melie Kerr was in imperious form - blasting 105 off just 55 balls to lead the hosts to 194 for six. South Africa couldn't get any partnerships going, held to 102 for nine in their run-chase. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave recapped the action. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is the final day of the double header series between New Zealand and South Africa. The Black Caps and White Ferns play the last of five T20's against their Protea counterparts today. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

Melie Kerr joins us fresh off being named White Ferns captain across all formats and scoring a T20 century on captaincy debut - the first woman ever to do so.But this episode goes well beyond cricket.Growing up in one of New Zealand's most celebrated cricket families, Melie was the kid who made her dad commentate 7am net sessions as if she was playing in a World Cup final. She went on to become the youngest ever White Fern, break records, and win that World Cup. From the outside, she had everything - her dream job and an amazing family. But behind it, she was fighting something nobody could see.Melie opens up about the panic attacks, the sleepless nights, the thoughts that scared her, and the moment she realised she needed help. She talks about the family intervention that changed everything, how Maddie Green became her lifeline, and what it felt like to sit in a hospital room reading from her journal while everyone in the room cried.She also talks about turning that pain into purpose - creating Treading Water, her video series built on the belief that one story might save one life.This is one of the most honest, important conversations we've had in six years.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by the legends at Barkers Clothing!If you or someone you know needs support, help is available.In New Zealand, you can call or text 1737 anytime to speak with a trained counsellor. If you are in immediate danger, please call 111. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's all square between New Zealand and South Africa heading into the third T20 double header in Auckland. Both the Black Caps and White Ferns sit at one game apiece against their Protea counterparts. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

Decision looms on the future of Twenty20 cricket in New Zealand, White Ferns and Black Caps double header, grassroots rugby clubs around the country are ditching fees for junior players, and The World Indoor Championships get underway in Poland.

On this week’s episode of The BYC Podcast, Dylan Cleaver & Paul Ford join ACC Head G Lane and begin by asking J. Michael Lane if he personally profited from the Black Caps losing in Ahmedabad (00:00)... WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Then they review the 1st & 2nd T20s between the Black Caps and the Proteas (12:15), before getting into the 1st & 2nd T20s between the White Ferns and the Proteas (22:10).Next, they chat about the latest in the NZ20 vs Big Bash saga (25:15), a interesting Steady The Ship update (43:25) and go around the grounds of the Plunlet Shield.Plus, all your favourite furniture (45:10), Bat Chat, Paul Ford’s Cricket Violence Corner, and Dylan Cleaver’s Who Am I? 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.

The T20 cricket double header between New Zealand and South Africa has started in Hamilton. In a quick turnaround from the opening game of the series the White Ferns are looking to make it two from two. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Black Ferns sevens' win in New York, as the Black Caps and White Ferns take on South Africa in the cricket. Also, what is the issue causing headaches in Formula 1 racing.

Former White Ferns captain Sophie Devine is back with the team for the first time since October and will need to take a bit of a backseat in the upcoming series against South Africa. Devine has handed over the captaincy duties and is learning where she'll fit in in this new era of her career. We're joined by sports reporter Felicity Reid.

On this week’s episode of The BYC Podcast, Dylan Cleaver & Paul Ford join Finn Caddie and begin with a disturbing revelation about ACC Head G Lane and the T20 World Cup (00:00)... WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Then they rake over the coals of the final and debate if we really ever had a chance (06:05), before going through their 'Ups, Downs & Curiousities' of the tournament (17:15).Next, they chat about the Black Caps squad for the hotly anticipated T20 series with South Africa (22:35), the White Ferns smashing Zimbabwe (33:05), go around the grounds of the Plunket Shield (38:25), and the latest in the NZ20 saga (44:20)...Plus, all your favourite furniture (47:55), Bat Chat, Paul Ford’s Cricket Violence Corner, and Dylan Cleaver’s Who Am I? 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.

Having our former headmaster Susan Hassall on the podcast sent us deep down memory lane.We go deep on NZ tuck shop nostalgia - the Juicies, the pies, the Cookie Time ritual - school discos, balls, prefects, wagging on a scooter, and what made Hamilton Boys' High so special.We also reflect on the response to the Susan Hassall episode, the 300,000 views on the trailer alone, the floods of comments from people whose lives she touched, and her line that stopped people in their tracks: why boys need love most when they're at their most unlovable.Plus we preview two massive upcoming guests - Melie Kerr, newly appointed White Ferns captain, who came in on game day and left us speechless. And Liam Messam - the most capped Chief of all time - whose story of leadership, culture and identity is one of the best conversations we've ever had.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers, and massive shout out to the legends at Stark for supporting this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

T20 at home, White Ferns v Zimbabwe, and abroad with the Black Caps World Cup semi-final. Portia Woodman-Wickliffe retires, again. The Super Rugby weekend ahead and the New Zealand Golf Open underway.

The White Ferns have a new captain, new players and new vibes heading into tonight's first T20 against Zimbabwe in Hamilton. New Zealand hasn't played in an international in four months and the Zimbabwe series is the start of the build up towards the world cup in the middle of the year. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.