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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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Piney's Power Rankings: Luke Littler's weekend win, the All Blacks' victory over Argentina and Jason's TAB story
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 Luke Littler's...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - August 18, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Former Wallaby Stirling Mortlock on the team's victory over the Springboks. Piney's...
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'Right up there': Former Wallaby on the team's victory over South Africa
The Wallabies expect a 'Boks backlash to be in the forecast after their stunning victory in Johannesburg. Australia have come back from 22 points down to pull off...
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Dragons clash a must-win as Warriors seek to claim playoffs spot
We’re well and truly in the business end of the NRL season and the Warriors have found themselves outside of the top 8 for the first time since round 6. It sets...
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"Stoked to be back": Finlay Christie in line for first test in 13 months
Finlay Christie is in line for his first test match in 13 months after being named on the All Blacks reserves for Sunday's Rugby Championship opener against Argentina...
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Luke Humphries to return for the 2025 New Zealand Darts Masters
This weekend, some of the biggest stars of the darts world descend on Spark Area for the 2025 New Zealand Darts Masters. It is the first time Auckland has hosted...
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Kate Heffernan reveals why she's leaving the Ferns for the Adelaide Thunderbirds
Silver Ferns are continuing to leave the ANZ Premiership and head across the ditch. The latest being Kate Heffernan, with the Silver Ferns midcourter calling time...
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Black Ferns preview Britain clash
Today the Black Ferns left Aotearoa to head over to Britain as they look to win a third consecutive Rugby World Cup title. Black Ferns prop Chryss Viliko caught...
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What's behind the shortage of volunteer coaches?
Grassroots sports clubs around New Zealand are operating with notably fewer volunteer coaches and administrators this year. In the last five years, the average number...
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Kelly Jackson on signing on with the Queensland Firebirds
It was announced today that Silver Ferns and Central Pulse defender Kelly Jackson will play in the Australian Super Netball league, joining the Queensland Firebirds. The...
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Explained: How could the new protocols impact the America's Cup?
The America's Cup protocol has changed drastically ahead of the 38th instalment in Naples in 2027. These changes include the establishment of the Americas Cup Partnership,...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - August 12 2025
D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: Sailing analyst Chris Steele on the new changes to the America's Cup...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - August 11, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Grace Nweke on the news that she can play for the Silver Ferns again. Super...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Warriors Women secure another win, Tall Blacks go unbeaten at FIBA Asia Cup and Hayden Wilde makes a comeback
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 the Warriors Women's...
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Christchurch to host 2026 'Super Round' at new stadium
Christchurch's new stadium is set for quite the opening event! Four days after Te Kaha's scheduled opening, it'll host five Super Rugby matches for the 'Super Round'. Super...
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Grace Nweke opens up about return to Silver Ferns
Netball NZ have caved and allowed Grace Nweke to play for the Silver Ferns again. Grace lost her eligibility when she headed over the Tasman to play for the NSW...
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'Massive impact': Former Crusaders coach on Richie Mo'unga's return to NZ
"I think he's gonna come back and have a massive impact." Nobody is more up-to-date with Richie Mo'unga's form than Todd Blackadder. Todd's been coaching Richie...
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Richie Mo'unga confirms NZ Rugby return
Big news today! It has been annouced that Richie Mo'unga has resigned with NZ Rugby starting mid 2026 and going through to the end of the 2027 World Cup. Mo'unga...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - August 7 2025
D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson on Richie Mo'unga re-signing. Richie Mo'unga...
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Tauranga scores World Triathlon Championship Series Grand Final
Triathlon New Zealand's claimed hosting rights for pinnacle events in Tauranga over the next three years. These events are a World Triathlon Cup in 2026, a World...
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Rugby Australia abolishes 'Giteau's Law' in latest shake-up
Rugby Australia have decided to do away with 'Giteau's Law'. This rule restricted how many overseas based players could be selected for the Wallabies. This change...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - August 5 2025
D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: Former Warrior Motu Tony on the loss to the Dolphins. Warriors talkback. Sir...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - August 4, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen on the squad they've named...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Warriors lose to Dolphins, Black Caps win big in Zimbabwe and James McOnie breaks big sporting story
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 the Warriors' loss...
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Kyren Taumoefolau talks move to Chiefs
Big signing for the Chiefs! Promising winger Kyren Taumoefolau is departing Moana Pasifika and signing with the Waikato-based franchise. He spoke to Jason Pine on...
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All Blacks assistant coach speaks ahead of Rugby Championship
"Best to focus on what's in front of us." All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen is keen not to get ahead of himself ahead of the Rugby Championship. The team's...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - July 31 2025
D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: NRL 360 panellist David Riccio on the Warriors-Dolphins match. Warriors...
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NPC 2025: Players to watch this season
The NPC is back for another year! Auckland and Waikato have kicked things off at Eden Park tonight. Veteran commentator Tony Johnson spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on...
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Can the Warriors bounce back this weekend?
The Warriors are looking to bounce back from the lowest of lows tomorrow. After losing to the last-placed Titans, they're now up against a tough Dolphins side. NRL...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - July 30 2025
D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: School Sport NZ chair and Shirley Boys High principal on the ban on...
