https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/rss NZME Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:29:40 Z en https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/ncaa-basketball-ucla-s-charlisse-leger-walker-becomes-first-kiwi-to-win-women-s-national-championship/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/ncaa-basketball-ucla-s-charlisse-leger-walker-becomes-first-kiwi-to-win-women-s-national-championship/ Charlisse Leger-Walker has ended her collegiate career in the United States in the best possible manner. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:31:50 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-lose-veteran-lock-for-pacific-four-series/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/black-ferns-lose-veteran-lock-for-pacific-four-series/ The Black Ferns have been dealt a big injury blow as they prepare to travel to the United States for the upcoming Pacific Four series, with veteran lock Chelsea Bremner ruled out through injury. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:12:18 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/a-different-battle-blues-star-retires-after-terminal-cancer-diagnosis/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/a-different-battle-blues-star-retires-after-terminal-cancer-diagnosis/ Blues loose forward Cameron Suafoa has delivered the heartbreaking news that his sarcoma is now terminal. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:06:45 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/rugby-great-dan-carter-s-advice-helps-sydney-swans-become-one-of-afl-s-best-kickers/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/rugby-great-dan-carter-s-advice-helps-sydney-swans-become-one-of-afl-s-best-kickers/ Former All Black Dan Carter was revealed to have helped an AFL team become one of the best kicking squads in the competition. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:10:41 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/formula-1-liam-lawson-unlikely-to-have-supercars-stint-despite-australian-reports/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/formula-1-liam-lawson-unlikely-to-have-supercars-stint-despite-australian-reports/ Liam Lawson is unlikely to take part in the New Zealand-based rounds of Supercars while Formula One is on an enforced break, the Herald understands. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:10:06 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-attack-coach-mike-blair-outlines-plans-for-new-game-style/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-attack-coach-mike-blair-outlines-plans-for-new-game-style/ Mike Blair has revealed what type of attacking style he plans to bring to the All Blacks. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:18:50 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/auckland-fc-lose-all-white-francis-de-vries-for-a-league-run-in/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/auckland-fc-lose-all-white-francis-de-vries-for-a-league-run-in/ All White Francis de Vries will miss the rest of the A-League’s regular season after he suffered a calf injury while on international duty. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:10:53 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/teen-running-star-sam-ruthe-selected-for-first-new-zealand-team/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/teen-running-star-sam-ruthe-selected-for-first-new-zealand-team/ By RNZ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:41:22 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/why-all-whites-must-turn-promise-into-performance-in-chile-clash/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/why-all-whites-must-turn-promise-into-performance-in-chile-clash/ It’s time for the All Whites to seize the moment. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:59:29 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/tottenham-confirmed-for-eden-park-clash-with-auckland-fc/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/tottenham-confirmed-for-eden-park-clash-with-auckland-fc/ Tottenham Hotspur are coming to town. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:34:43 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-prop-out-for-super-rugby-season-with-serious-back-infection/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-prop-out-for-super-rugby-season-with-serious-back-infection/ All Blacks and Crusaders prop Tamaiti Williams will miss the remainder of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season as he receives treatment for a serious infection in his back. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:25:38 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-v-tigers-wakefield-coach-explains-jazz-tevaga-s-key-role-in-roger-tuivasa-sheck-s-super-league-move/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-v-tigers-wakefield-coach-explains-jazz-tevaga-s-key-role-in-roger-tuivasa-sheck-s-super-league-move/ Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s new boss has revealed how he was able to bring the Warriors winger to Super League. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:52:18 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/golf-superstar-tiger-woods-arrested-charged-with-dui-after-florida-car-crash/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/golf-superstar-tiger-woods-arrested-charged-with-dui-after-florida-car-crash/ Tiger Woods’ turbulent career veered into fresh turmoil when the golf icon was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after a rollover crash near his Florida home, authorities said. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:48:21 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/mohamed-salah-confirms-liverpool-exit-as-new-zealand-fans-hail-club-legend/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/mohamed-salah-confirms-liverpool-exit-as-new-zealand-fans-hail-club-legend/ New Zealand-based Liverpool fans have reacted to news of Mohamed Salah’s shock departure. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 02:48:11 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/tana-umaga-leaves-moana-pasifika-to-take-all-blacks-defence-coach-job/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/tana-umaga-leaves-moana-pasifika-to-take-all-blacks-defence-coach-job/ Tana Umaga was left “speechless” after being offered the role of defence coach on Dave Rennie’s All Blacks coaching staff. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:51:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-assistants-tana-umaga-and-neil-barnes-named-among-dave-rennie-s-all-blacks-coaching-group/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-assistants-tana-umaga-and-neil-barnes-named-among-dave-rennie-s-all-blacks-coaching-group/ New All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has named his coaching group, which includes All Blacks great and Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga.  Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:17:38 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-jackson-ford-leads-nrl-s-dally-m-race-as-unbeaten-run-continues/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-jackson-ford-leads-nrl-s-dally-m-race-as-unbeaten-run-continues/ New Zealand Warriors prop Jackson Ford is out to a five-point lead atop the NRL’s Dally M ladder. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:24:08 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/nz20-the-race-against-time-for-kiwi-based-twenty20-competition-s-january-launch/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/nz20-the-race-against-time-for-kiwi-based-twenty20-competition-s-january-launch/ Even after the NZ20 concept was approved in principle by New Zealand Cricket, the clock is ticking to make a Kiwi-hosted franchise competition a reality. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:22:27 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/dame-lydia-ko-signals-likely-retirement-from-lpga-tour-after-2027-season/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/dame-lydia-ko-signals-likely-retirement-from-lpga-tour-after-2027-season/ Dame Lydia Ko has given the biggest hint yet when she plans to retire from professional golf.  Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:43:35 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/golf-why-kiwi-sam-jones-lifted-lid-on-tour-life-expenses-to-help-aspiring-professionals/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/golf-why-kiwi-sam-jones-lifted-lid-on-tour-life-expenses-to-help-aspiring-professionals/ Rising through the ranks of the amateur golfing scene, Sam Jones had rose-tinted goals of moving into the professional scene and chasing the dream overseas. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:13:49 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/super-rugby-pacific-hurricanes-coach-clark-laidlaw-extends-deal-through-to-2027-season/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/super-rugby-pacific-hurricanes-coach-clark-laidlaw-extends-deal-through-to-2027-season/ Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw has signed a one-year contract extension that will keep him at the Wellington-based club through to the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:18:28 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/coroner-mma-fighter-hakaraia-wilson-s-death-after-rhythm-vines-self-inflicted/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/coroner-mma-fighter-hakaraia-wilson-s-death-after-rhythm-vines-self-inflicted/ This article deals with the subject of suicide and may be disturbing to some readers.  Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:19:52 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/sydney-swans-apologise-after-bondi-terror-tribute-omits-jewish-community/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/sydney-swans-apologise-after-bondi-terror-tribute-omits-jewish-community/ The AFL’s Sydney Swans have apologised for removing references to the Jewish community from their tribute to the Bondi terror attack victims. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:45:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-fan-on-pitch-invasion-chaos-as-alex-johnston-sets-nrl-try-record-the-big-league-podcast/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-fan-on-pitch-invasion-chaos-as-alex-johnston-sets-nrl-try-record-the-big-league-podcast/ A New Zealand Warriors fan has described the “chaos” of storming the field when Rabbitohs winger Alex Johnston broke the NRL’s all-time try-scoring record.  Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:13:32 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/formula-1-races-in-bahrain-saudi-cancelled-due-to-iran-war/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/formula-1-races-in-bahrain-saudi-cancelled-due-to-iran-war/ Formula One races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have been cancelled as the Middle East war engulfs the region, motorsport’s governing body has announced. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:11:27 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/ireland-keep-six-nations-title-dreams-alive-in-dashing-scotland-s/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/ireland-keep-six-nations-title-dreams-alive-in-dashing-scotland-s/ Ireland beat Scotland 43-21 today to keep their Six Nations title hopes alive and win the Triple Crown for the fourth time in five years. Sat, 14 Mar 2026 20:43:59 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-tana-umaga-honoured-to-be-linked-with-assistant-role-under-dave-rennie/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/all-blacks-tana-umaga-honoured-to-be-linked-with-assistant-role-under-dave-rennie/ Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga says he is “honoured” to have his name linked to a potential assistant coaching role with the All Blacks, but insists the speculation remains just that for now. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:12:15 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/john-mitchell-among-names-as-possible-replacement-for-england-coach-steve-borthwick-after-six-nations-struggles/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/john-mitchell-among-names-as-possible-replacement-for-england-coach-steve-borthwick-after-six-nations-struggles/ Former All Blacks coach John Mitchell has been suggested as an option to take the reins of a stumbling England rugby chariot with pressure mounting on Steve Borthwick after the shock loss to Italy over the weekend. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:43:53 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-tanah-boyd-determined-to-build-after-best-game-for-nrl-club-the-big-league-podcast/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/warriors-tanah-boyd-determined-to-build-after-best-game-for-nrl-club-the-big-league-podcast/ If there was one player under presser to deliver for the Warriors in their NRL season-opener against the Sydney Roosters, it was Tanah Boyd. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:31:57 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/heartbreak-again-as-black-caps-no-match-for-india-in-brutal-t20-world-cup-final/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/heartbreak-again-as-black-caps-no-match-for-india-in-brutal-t20-world-cup-final/ Another final. Another not to be for the Black Caps. And this one wasn’t even close. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:43:27 Z