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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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Explained: Everything you need to know about R360
Warriors star and former All Black Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has been linked to the Saudi-backed rugby competition R360 - with a deal worth around $1 million apparently...
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Sonny Bill Williams v Paul Gallen: Who's most likely to win?
An All Black great and Kangaroo legend will let their fists do the talking in the boxing ring tonight - putting an end to a decade long feud. Sonny Bill Williams...
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Former All Black Mils Muliaina speculates ahead of third French test
The final All Blacks test against France is set to happen in the coming days and the Kiwi side have a solid lead. All Black centurion Mils Muliaina joined Elliott...
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Warriors hopeful following victory over Wests Tigers
The Warriors recovered from early setbacks to pull out a 34-14 win against the Wests Tigers over the weekend. It's a much needed lift for the side following back-to-back...
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'We want to see more rugby': Eden Park CEO hopeful the Blues won't leave
Eden Park has been home ground for the Blues since the inaugural Super Rugby season in 1996 - but change could be on the horizon. The Auckland rugby franchise has...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - July 14, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Rugby commentator Tony Johnson on the All Blacks' victory over France. Sports...
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Paul Gallen takes aim at Sonny Bill Williams ahead of Sydney boxing clash
Sonny Bill Williams has swatted off Paul Gallen's final attempts to get under his skin ahead of their boxing bout in Sydney. The pre-fight press conference for Wednesday's...
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All Blacks v France: Expert dissects Kiwi side's weekend win
Coach Scott Robertson's laying down a challenge to the All Blacks squad with their series against France already in the bag ahead of the third and final test. The...
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Piney's Power Rankings: The Springboks, the Warriors and Sammie Maxwell
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 Springboks'...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Elliott Smith - July 9, 2025
Elliott Smith returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: AUNZ Invitational assistant coach Ian Foster ahead of their match...
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Former NRL star previews State of Origin Game 3
It's the decider! Whoever wins Origin 3 in Sydney tonight will lock up the shield for another year. Proud NSW man and former player Aaron Woods spoke to Elliott...
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Former All Blacks coach talks new role with Lions tour
Former All Blacks coach Ian Foster is playing a key role in the Lions tour over the ditch. He's helping Les Kiss coach the Australia-NZ invitational team that's...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Elliott Smith - July 8, 2025
Elliott Smith returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Basketball NZ acting CEO Belinda Edwards on how expensive it was...
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Matt Fisher talks being called up for Black Caps Zimbabwe tour
Northern Districts pace bowler Matt Fisher has got the call-up he's been waiting for his whole career. He'll be joining the Black Caps for their tour of Zimbabwe...
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Does sports funding need a rethink? Basketball NZ head weighs in
It was one of the great sporting storylines of the weekend - the junior Tall Blacks managed to punch above their weight and finish fourth in the U19 Basketball World...
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All Blacks looking to make improvements following narrow win over France
The All Blacks managed a scrappy win over France in Dunedin, but they've got some improvements to make ahead of the second clash. The 31-27 victory has left the...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - July 7, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: All Blacks halfback Cam Roigard on the team's first test match of 2025. Piney's...
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Warriors Women head coach on the side's return to the NRLW
Head coach of the Warriors Women Ron Griffiths joins Elliott Smith to discuss the clubs long-awaited reintroduction to the NRLW competition. How will the experience...
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All Blacks v France: Du'Plessis Kirifi speaks ahead of weekend clash
Hurricanes co-captain Du'Plessis Kirifi has been given the chance to earn his first test cap after being named in the No 20 jersey for this Saturday's test against...
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Omitted All Black David Havili to play British and Irish Lions
David Havili missed out on being part of the All Blacks squad to play France, but he's been chosen for another high-profile clash this July. Havili was selected...
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All Blacks v France: Former international referee reveals what fans can expect
After spending the Super Rugby season getting accustomed to one set of rules and regulations, players will now have to adapt to another set of guidelines for the...
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Wimbledon 2025: Recapping the start of the action
Plenty of intriguing narratives to start the year's third tennis grand slam. Tennis commentator Craig Gabriel wraps the action from the hottest opening day on record...
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Explained: Former coach reveals how the right balance can be struck for All Blacks and Super Rugby games
The 2025 Super Rugby season has drawn to a close and the next batch of All Blacks tests are on the horizon - sparking discussion about finding the right balance...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - June 30, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Former Warrior Motu Tony on how the team can replace Luke Metcalf following...
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Piney's Power Rankings: The Warriors, the Junior Tall Blacks and Finn Butcher
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' latest...
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Formula One: Lawson claims career-best victory in Austria
A career best Formula One finish hasn't completely banished the disappointment of an early season demotion for Liam Lawson. He's come home sixth at the Austrian...
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Expert reveals how Warriors can proceed following Luke Metcalf's injury
There's concerns for the Warriors' future after Luke Metcalf left the field with an injury. The team's hit a rough spot - with some back-to-back losses for the first...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - June 27 2025
D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: Pita Alatini - Former All Black on the future of Moana Pasifika Ish...
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Avan Lee: On the Hurricanes fundraising effort for Mereana Pearce
The Hurricanes organisation, and players past and present, have come together in a fundraising effort to support Hurricanes wider training group member Nui Muriwai...
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Ish Sodhi: On his desire to gain another Blackcaps central contract
Bevon Jacobs is the only uncapped player in the Black Caps cricket squad for next month's T20 tri-series with South Africa and hosts Zimbabwe. The 23-year-old was...
