https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/rss NZME Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:50:31 Z en https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/next-nz-cricket-ceo-ex-black-cap-geoff-allott-named-new-chief-executive/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/next-nz-cricket-ceo-ex-black-cap-geoff-allott-named-new-chief-executive/ Former Black Caps fast bowler Geoff Allott has been announced the new chief executive of New Zealand Cricket.  Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:29:52 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-v-dolphins-result-comeback-gives-warriors-hard-fought-win-in-wellington/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-v-dolphins-result-comeback-gives-warriors-hard-fought-win-in-wellington/ Warriors 20 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:42:58 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/former-new-zealand-cricketer-doug-bracewell-banned-for-cocaine-use/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/former-new-zealand-cricketer-doug-bracewell-banned-for-cocaine-use/ Former New Zealand and Essex all-rounder Doug Bracewell has been given a two-year suspension after testing positive for cocaine during an English County Championship match last year.  Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:01:35 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/zac-lomax-reveals-how-sonny-bill-williams-helped-guide-switch-to-super-rugby-pacific/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/zac-lomax-reveals-how-sonny-bill-williams-helped-guide-switch-to-super-rugby-pacific/ Code-hopper Zac Lomax has revealed how former All Black Sonny Bill Williams was key to helping him switch from the NRL to Super Rugby Pacific. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:26:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/leicester-city-collapse-explained-inside-the-failures-behind-league-one-drop/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/leicester-city-collapse-explained-inside-the-failures-behind-league-one-drop/ Ten years after delivering a sporting miracle, Leicester City have been relegated to League One – a consequence of some catastrophic mismanagement, negligence and ruinous decision-making. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:09:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/rugby-jedi-commentator-jed-thian-dies-in-thailand-family-s-heartbreak-as-fans-share-memories/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/rugby-jedi-commentator-jed-thian-dies-in-thailand-family-s-heartbreak-as-fans-share-memories/ Jed Thian, known to fans as the Rugby Jedi, has died in Thailand. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:15:47 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/hurricanes-chairman-malcolm-gillies-super-rugby-won-t-survive-without-change/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/hurricanes-chairman-malcolm-gillies-super-rugby-won-t-survive-without-change/ Hurricanes co-owner Malcolm Gillies has delivered an impassioned call to arms by suggesting Super Rugby could die unless serious changes are made.  Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:58:00 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-coach-rennie-confirms-management-group-gilbert-enoka-and-and-dr-james-mcgarvey-return/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-coach-rennie-confirms-management-group-gilbert-enoka-and-and-dr-james-mcgarvey-return/ All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has confirmed the final shape of his management group for the upcoming season, with two further changes in personnel.  Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:42:23 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-v-canada-whitney-hansen-praises-strong-start-as-side-claim-statement-win/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-v-canada-whitney-hansen-praises-strong-start-as-side-claim-statement-win/ The Black Ferns answered the call. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:16:27 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/crusaders-go-down-to-western-force/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/crusaders-go-down-to-western-force/ The Crusaders’ title hopes took another blow following a 31-26 defeat to the Western Force in Perth after letting an early 19-0 lead slip away. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:51:56 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-v-canada-whitney-hansen-s-side-claim-impressive-win-after-weather-delays-test/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-v-canada-whitney-hansen-s-side-claim-impressive-win-after-weather-delays-test/ Black Ferns 36  Sat, 18 Apr 2026 04:00:28 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/government-won-t-step-in-to-save-moana-pasifika-sports-minister/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/government-won-t-step-in-to-save-moana-pasifika-sports-minister/ The New Zealand Government will not step in to save struggling Super Rugby Pacific side Moana Pasifika from going under, Minister for Sport and Recreation Mark Mitchell says. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:41:06 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/nrl-warriors-complete-player-exchange-with-brisbane-broncos-sign-grant-anderson-on-3-year-deal/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/nrl-warriors-complete-player-exchange-with-brisbane-broncos-sign-grant-anderson-on-3-year-deal/ The Warriors have got their man. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:50:16 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/liv-golf-denies-saudi-pull-out-rumours-as-ceo-insists-tour-fully-funded/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/liv-golf-denies-saudi-pull-out-rumours-as-ceo-insists-tour-fully-funded/ LIV Golf has moved to reassure players and staff that it remains fully funded, as reports circulated that the breakaway tour is on the verge of collapse due to the possible withdrawal of Saudi Arabian financing. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:43:31 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/world-rally-championship-hayden-paddon-on-shock-rally-croatia-podium-and-next-wrc-drive-in-japan/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/world-rally-championship-hayden-paddon-on-shock-rally-croatia-podium-and-next-wrc-drive-in-japan/ Hayden Paddon is still in disbelief at his shock podium at Rally Croatia and has revealed his next World Rally Championship event will be in Japan. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:09:50 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/gianni-infantino-confirms-iran-will-play-all-whites-at-2026-world-cup/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/gianni-infantino-confirms-iran-will-play-all-whites-at-2026-world-cup/ Fifa president Gianni Infantino said today that Iran will “for sure” participate in the 2026 World Cup despite the Middle East war. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:09:01 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/eden-park-auckland-rugby-and-auckland-cricket-to-leave-new-zealand-s-biggest-stadium/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/eden-park-auckland-rugby-and-auckland-cricket-to-leave-new-zealand-s-biggest-stadium/ A new deal for the management of Eden Park means Auckland Cricket and Auckland Rugby will exit from the country’s biggest stadium. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:35:45 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/moana-pasifika-timeline-that-led-to-news-of-heartbreaking-exit-from-super-rugby-pacific/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/moana-pasifika-timeline-that-led-to-news-of-heartbreaking-exit-from-super-rugby-pacific/ Moana Pasifika have announced they will disband at the end of the current Super Rugby season, saying it was no longer viable to compete in the competition. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:23:59 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/auckland-fc-coach-steve-corica-says-misunderstanding-led-to-red-card-after-kicking-toblerone-and-ball/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/auckland-fc-coach-steve-corica-says-misunderstanding-led-to-red-card-after-kicking-toblerone-and-ball/ Auckland FC coach Steve Corica says he might have to watch Sunday’s crucial A-League clash against the Central Coast Mariners with The Port after receiving a one-game ban for abuse of match officials, which he claims was a misunderstanding. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:15:48 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-re-sign-lock-erin-clark-on-long-term-deal-until-end-of-2029-nrl-season/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-re-sign-lock-erin-clark-on-long-term-deal-until-end-of-2029-nrl-season/ The Warriors have moved swiftly to re-sign star lock Erin Clark through until the end of the 2029 NRL season. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:40:10 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/dame-lisa-carrington-announces-pregnancy-confirms-los-angeles-olympics-are-still-her-target/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/dame-lisa-carrington-announces-pregnancy-confirms-los-angeles-olympics-are-still-her-target/ Dame Lisa Carrington is entering a new chapter.  Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:46:07 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/moana-pasifika-future-in-serious-doubt-with-60-players-and-staff-facing-uncertainty/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/moana-pasifika-future-in-serious-doubt-with-60-players-and-staff-facing-uncertainty/ Moana Pasifika will disband at the end of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season, the club announced today.  Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:20:15 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/commonwealth-games-bowls-team-named-for-glasgow/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/commonwealth-games-bowls-team-named-for-glasgow/ A lawn bowls team of 12 make up the first New Zealand athletes to be selected for this year’s Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:23:20 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/white-ferns-to-defend-t20-world-cup-for-record-prize-pool-in-england-and-wales/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/white-ferns-to-defend-t20-world-cup-for-record-prize-pool-in-england-and-wales/ The White Ferns will play for a record prize when they defend their T20 World Cup in England and Wales. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:51:10 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/charlisse-leger-walker-picked-by-connecticut-sun-in-wnba-draft/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/charlisse-leger-walker-picked-by-connecticut-sun-in-wnba-draft/ Kiwi basketball star Charlisse Leger-Walker’s dream of playing in the WNBA has come a step closer to reality after being selected by the Connecticut Sun in the 2026 WNBA draft. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:06:38 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/crusaders-drop-matchday-horses-at-new-one-new-zealand-stadium-over-safety/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/crusaders-drop-matchday-horses-at-new-one-new-zealand-stadium-over-safety/ The symbolic Crusaders horses won’t be part of matchday experiences at Christchurch’s new One New Zealand Stadium, bringing nearly three decades of tradition to a close.  Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:45:38 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/masters-golf-commentator-confirms-rory-mcilroy-carrying-pounamu-again-for-another-masters-win/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/masters-golf-commentator-confirms-rory-mcilroy-carrying-pounamu-again-for-another-masters-win/ As Rory McIlroy lined up a shot from off the back of the 16th green at Augusta National, Kiwi commentator Frank Nobilo set the scene. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:24:11 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-v-usa-mererangi-paul-scores-hat-trick-as-black-ferns-claim-big-win/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-v-usa-mererangi-paul-scores-hat-trick-as-black-ferns-claim-big-win/ Black Ferns 48 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 02:31:17 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-v-storm-andrew-webster-denies-interest-in-kiwis-centre-despite-depleted-stocks/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-v-storm-andrew-webster-denies-interest-in-kiwis-centre-despite-depleted-stocks/ Warriors coach Andrew Webster has shot down any talk of a prospective move for New Zealand international Matt Timoko, despite the club’s issues at centre. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:30:02 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-whites-captain-chris-wood-back-for-nottingham-forest-europa-league-tie/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-whites-captain-chris-wood-back-for-nottingham-forest-europa-league-tie/ All Whites captain Chris Wood has returned to the Nottingham Forest squad after being sidelined for six months. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:50:24 Z