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SPORTSTALK WITH D’ARCY WALDEGRAVE
7pm–8pm weekdays
Newstalk ZB’s daily sports showdown.
D'Arcy Waldegrave lives and breathes sport.
He loves motorsport and revels in the torment of being a Warriors and Black Caps fan.
Whatever the sport, big or small, he’s got a view.
His non-stop enthusiasm sees him battle it out with a diverse selection of armchair commentators resulting in a sometimes explosive, but always compelling show.
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State of Origin eligibility laws: What do the changes mean for Kiwi players?
Earlier this week, it was announced that the State of Origin eligibility laws would be loosening, allowing players who represent Tier One nations such as the Kiwis...
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How can Netball NZ move forward following high-profile resignations?
Following a tumultuous year at Netball New Zealand, board chair Matt Whineray stepped down alongside board members Pavan Vyas, Stephen Cottrell, and Aliesha Staples. Some...
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T20 World Cup: How did the Australians handle the loss?
Disappointment in Australia, as the side lost out at the T20 cricket World Cup in Chennai. Australia have been knocked out of the tournament with a pool game to...
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Netball NZ resignations: How will new board members be chosen?
Following a tumultuous year at Netball New Zealand, former board chair Matt Whineray has stepped down alongside board members Pavan Vyas, Stephen Cottrell, and Aliesha...
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Richie McCaw opens up about NZ Sport Hall of Fame induction
Last night at the Halberg Awards, the latest inductees into the New Zealand Sport Hall of Fame were announced. This year the inductees were Dame Valerie Adams and...
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Could more Black Caps opt out of their central contracts?
More news out of the New Zealand cricket saga. It is understood by the NZ Herald that more Black Caps are considering opting out of their national contracts with...
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Multiple Netball NZ board members step down from their roles
Netball NZ board chair Matt Whineray and three more board members Pavan Vyas Stephen Cottrell and Aliesha Staples have decided to stand down from their roles. This...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - February 16, 2026
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: NRL CEO Andrew Abdo on the State of Origin coming to New Zealand. Former...
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'Probably should have happened sooner': Former Melbourne Storm star on the State of Origin coming to NZ
Former Melbourne Storm star Ryan Hoffman's welcoming a change to rugby league's representative selection criteria. Those capped by New Zealand or England who were...
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'It's huge for us': NRL CEO on the State of Origin debuting in Auckland
NRL head Andrew Abdo believes Auckland - and New Zealand as a whole - is ready to embrace State of Origin. After more than a decade of speculation, it's been confirmed...
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Kelly Brazier reflects on career following rugby retirement
It was recently announced that Black Ferns legend Kelly Brazier would be hanging up the boots to end her 18-year career. Brazier spent time in both the sevens circuit...
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All Whites to take on England ahead of upcoming World Cup
Huge news for football in New Zealand, with the All Whites taking on England for the first time since 1991 in a FIFA World Cup warm up match in South Florida on...
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Rugby commentator Tony Johnson chats Super Rugby Pacific teams and schedule
This afternoon the team lists were released for the first round of Super Rugby Pacific. There is two New Zealand derby's to open the competition this weekend. The...
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Anton Segner extends Super Rugby contract to 2027
Big news out of the Blues today ahead of the start of the Super Rugby Pacific season this week. Reliable blindside flanker Anton Segner penned an extension with...
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Explained: What does Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's victory mean for NZ snow sports?
A huge result this morning in the Winter Olympics as the New Zealand team gained their first medal of the event. Zoi Sadowski-Synnott claimed silver in the women's...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Wales lose to England, Auckland FC bounce back and the Seattle Seahawks win the Super Bowl
Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he talked about Wales suffering...
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SailGP Auckland: Peter Burling provides update on boat repairs
The Black Foils are hoping to bounce back after a rough start to the season. In the first event of the new season in Perth last month, the team had to watch majority...
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Revealed: What goes into feeding a team of Super Bowl winners?
Seattle's smothered New England 29-13 to win the NFL's Super Bowl. The Seahawks turned the screws at San Francisco's Levi's Stadium, keeping the scoreboard ticking...
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Super Rugby 2026: Chiefs gearing up for season opener
The 2026 Super Rugby season is set to kick off this week and fans are feeling the hype. The Chiefs are set to face off against the Blues on Saturday to begin the...
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Super Bowl LX: Seahawks beat out Patriots
The Seattle Seahawks have shut down the New England Patriots to win the 60th edition of the Super Bowl in California. The Seahawks have claimed a 29-13 win, keeping...
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Ryan Fox comments on his upcoming PGA season debut
The PGA Tour for 2026 is underway and after missing last week New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox is making his tournament debut overnight tonight in Phoenix, Arizona. Ryan...
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Mark Robinson discusses goals and responsibilities as new Chief of Rugby at World Rugby
Mark Robinson left the role of New Zealand Rugby CEO at the end of last year after 6 years leading the organisation. It was announced that he has now migrated into...
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Shane van Gisbergen speaks ahead of 2026 NASCAR season
The 2026 NASCAR season gets underway in North Carolina and Kiwi racer Shane van Gisbergen is again competing in the huge US motorsport competition. Shane joined...
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Rugby recap: What can fans expect from the World Cup schedule?
There's been plenty of news coming out of the rugby world this week - with several rule changes announced for the upcoming Super Rugby Pacific season, all intended...
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Could Hansen or Foster return to coach the All Blacks?
There has been another development in the story as to who could take the reins as the All Blacks coach heading into the 2027 Rugby World Cup, this time with two...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Auckland FC's in a rut, Daniel Hillier's rising up and Sam Ruthe continues to amaze
Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he talked about Auckland FC losing,...
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'Unbelievable feat': Former Olympian on Sam Ruthe's record-setting run
"He just keeps breaking records and he seems to be really enjoying it." Kiwi running phenomenon Sam Ruthe broke Sir John Walker's 1982 overall national mile mark...
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Could Sam Ruthe appear at the next Commonwealth Games?
Teen running star Sam Ruthe set another record over the weekend, and debate is growing over whether he could appear at the next Commonwealth Games. The 16-year-old...
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Former Breaker looks back on Tom Abercrombie's accomplishments
On Friday, Breakers legend Tom Abercrombie will be getting his jersey number 10 lifted up into the rafters to acknowledge his service to the club over his storied...
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Australia Cup: Wellington Phoenix, Auckland FC snubbed from event
Big news today for fans of football in New Zealand. It was announced that the New Zealand based A-League franchises would no longer be taking part in the Australia...
