https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/rss NZME SPORTSTALK WITH D’ARCY WALDEGRAVE7pm–8pm weekdays Newstalk ZB’s daily sports showdown. D'Arcy Waldegrave lives and breathes sport. He loves motorsport Mon, 11 May 2026 06:14:58 Z en https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/dean-foxcroft-black-caps-all-rounder-on-being-named-for-the-upcoming-tour-of-ireland-and-the-uk/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/dean-foxcroft-black-caps-all-rounder-on-being-named-for-the-upcoming-tour-of-ireland-and-the-uk/ Today, the Black Caps squad for their upcoming test series in the UK and Ireland was announced. Notable selections include Kane Williamson making the trip over and Will O'Rourke returning to red ball cricket following a lengthy injury layoff. Dean Foxcroft was named in the squad for the series and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 07 May 2026 08:23:20 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/gregor-paul-nz-herald-rugby-writer-on-steve-lancaster-becoming-the-new-ceo-of-nz-rugby/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/gregor-paul-nz-herald-rugby-writer-on-steve-lancaster-becoming-the-new-ceo-of-nz-rugby/ New Zealand Rugby finally has a new CEO. Today, it was announced that Steve Lancaster will become the next permanent CEO of New Zealand Rugby - this follows a six month period where he served as the interim CEO upon the departure of Mark Robinson late last year. Gregor Paul is a rugby writer for the NZ Herald and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the appointment. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 07 May 2026 08:18:46 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/andrew-pragnell-new-zealand-football-ceo-on-the-all-whites-landing-a-warm-up-fixture-against-haiti/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/andrew-pragnell-new-zealand-football-ceo-on-the-all-whites-landing-a-warm-up-fixture-against-haiti/ The All Whites have landed another warm-up fixture ahead of the upcoming World Cup. It's been confirmed today they'll face Haiti on June 3rd in Fort Lauderdale ahead of their already scheduled game against England in Tampa four days later. New Zealand Football CEO Andrew Pragnell joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 06 May 2026 08:27:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/piri-weepu-former-all-black-on-cam-roigard-being-ruled-out-of-the-hurricanes-over-calf-strain/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/piri-weepu-former-all-black-on-cam-roigard-being-ruled-out-of-the-hurricanes-over-calf-strain/ Cam Roigard may not be seen again for the Hurricanes until the Super Rugby playoffs. The All Blacks halfback has suffered a calf strain and is out for three to four weeks. This will likely come as disappointing news for fans, and former All Black Piri Weepu joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 06 May 2026 08:21:52 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/steve-lancaster-nz-rugby-interim-ceo-on-the-return-of-don-tricker/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/steve-lancaster-nz-rugby-interim-ceo-on-the-return-of-don-tricker/ New Zealand Rugby have announced another appointment heading into the World Cup next year. Don Tricker will be returning to the organisation after eight years to become the new High Performance Director overseeing both the All Blacks and the Black Ferns. He will begin the role in a full time capacity in November as he sees out his contract with the San Diego Padres in Major League Baseball. Steve Lancaster is the current interim CEO of New Zealand Rugby, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 05 May 2026 08:14:30 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/debbie-christian-nz-netball-players-association-on-retired-veterans-returning-to-play-in-the-anz-premiership-and-pathways-for-the-younger-generation/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/debbie-christian-nz-netball-players-association-on-retired-veterans-returning-to-play-in-the-anz-premiership-and-pathways-for-the-younger-generation/ The ANZ Premiership is reaching the halfway point and some selections in the match between the Northern Stars and the Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic raised some eyebrows. Casey Kopua and Leana de Bruin were both featured in the match - both former Silver Ferns and both stars of the game, however, they are 40 and 48 years old respectively. This raises questions around why we aren't bringing through fresh young talent into the ANZ Premiership - and who will grow to be the next stars of Netball for New Zealand. Debbie Christian is an executive at the New Zealand Netball Players Association, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 05 May 2026 08:09:21 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/pineys-power-rankings-black-caps-finish-bangladesh-tour-on-a-high-and-auckland-fc-emerge-victorious/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/pineys-power-rankings-black-caps-finish-bangladesh-tour-on-a-high-and-auckland-fc-emerge-victorious/ 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's big memorable weekend victory, the Hurricanes making the top of the Super Rugby ladder and more! LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 04 May 2026 08:43:35 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/nick-becker-auckland-fc-ceo-on-the-successful-ticket-sales-ahead-of-the-semi-final-against-adelaide-united/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/nick-becker-auckland-fc-ceo-on-the-successful-ticket-sales-ahead-of-the-semi-final-against-adelaide-united/ Auckland FC is gearing up for their semi-final first leg against Adelaide United next Saturday, and CEO Nick Becker is hoping to pack the stadium out. Tickets for the match are selling fast, and there's plenty of enthusiasm following Auckland FC's defeat of Melbourne City to keep their season alive. Nick Becker joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 04 May 2026 08:38:30 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/eric-rush-former-all-black-on-what-the-leicester-fainga-anuku-experiment-could-mean-for-rugby/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/eric-rush-former-all-black-on-what-the-leicester-fainga-anuku-experiment-could-mean-for-rugby/ The Leicester Fainga’anuku experiment appears set to continue for the Crusaders, and there's discussion about what it could mean for rugby going forward. Fainga’anuku has confirmed he's open to taking on new roles within the team. Former All Black Eric Rush joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 04 May 2026 08:32:29 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/anna-grimaldi-three-time-paralympic-gold-medallist-on-being-named-for-the-commonwealth-games-squad/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/anna-grimaldi-three-time-paralympic-gold-medallist-on-being-named-for-the-commonwealth-games-squad/ The first athletics competitor has been named for the Commonwealth Games squad this year, and it is none other than Anna Grimaldi. She is a three-time Paralympic gold medallist but is making her Commonwealth Games debut as it is the first time one of her disciplines has been competed for at the Games - in this case, the 100m T47. She joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:35:09 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/tim-horan-former-wallabies-midfielder-on-the-possibility-of-a-2027-anzac-test/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/tim-horan-former-wallabies-midfielder-on-the-possibility-of-a-2027-anzac-test/ It was reported today that New Zealand Rugby and Rugby Australia are close to agreeing on a historic ANZAC day test match between the All Blacks and the Wallabies next year as part of preparation for the Rugby World Cup. RA originally floated the idea in 2024 but were shut down by NZR, but with a different leadership group the organisation looks to have had a change of heart on the issue. Former Wallabies midfielder Tim Horan joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:29:17 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/dane-cleaver-black-caps-wicketkeeper-ahead-of-the-second-t20-match-against-bangladesh/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/dane-cleaver-black-caps-wicketkeeper-ahead-of-the-second-t20-match-against-bangladesh/ After a hot start the Black Caps were unable to take a win in their opening T20 of three against Bangladesh. They posted a competitive 182/6 but the home side chased it down with relative ease only requiring 18 overs. They are back in action tonight in a must win game if they are to force a decider in the third match on Saturday night. Wicketkeeper Dane Cleaver joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:42:17 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/reuben-thorne-former-crusaders-captain-on-the-leicester-faingaanuku-experiment-and-whether-it-could-work-at-an-international-level/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/reuben-thorne-former-crusaders-captain-on-the-leicester-faingaanuku-experiment-and-whether-it-could-work-at-an-international-level/ The Leicester Fainga'anuku experiment seemed to work a treat for the Crusaders at Super Round in his maiden start at openside flanker when they beat the Waratahs 35-20. But is this a sustainable selection, and will this be able to translate over to the international stage? Former Crusaders captain Reuben Thorne joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:34:02 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/chris-greenacre-wellington-phoenix-coach-on-taking-over-the-role-permanently/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/chris-greenacre-wellington-phoenix-coach-on-taking-over-the-role-permanently/ Exciting news for Wellington Phoenix fans as Chris Greenacre has finally landed the role as the next head coach of the side for the 2026/27 A-League season. He has been involved with the side since he retired from playing professional football in 2012 in a number of roles, but has finally landed the job he has long sought after. Chris joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:36:15 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/geoff-allott-former-black-cap-on-taking-over-as-nz-cricket-ceo/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/geoff-allott-former-black-cap-on-taking-over-as-nz-cricket-ceo/ New Zealand Cricket have been the first of the three major codes to announce who will be taking over as CEO in 2026. Geoff Allott, a former Black Caps fast bowler, will be assuming the role from the first of July this year and there will be plenty on his plate when he steps into the role. Geoff joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:32:00 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/dame-noeline-taurua-silver-ferns-coach-reflects-on-netball-nz-turmoil-looks-ahead-to-commonwealth-games/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/dame-noeline-taurua-silver-ferns-coach-reflects-on-netball-nz-turmoil-looks-ahead-to-commonwealth-games/ Dame Noeline Taurua is back at the helm of the Silver Ferns.  After months of turmoil at Netball NZ, the national side is beginning their preparations for the upcoming Commonwealth Games.  Taurua joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to reflect on the past few months.  LISTEN ABOVE  Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:30:00 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mark-orams-aut-sailing-professor-on-the-government-not-funding-sail-gp-for-next-year/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mark-orams-aut-sailing-professor-on-the-government-not-funding-sail-gp-for-next-year/ In a blow for Auckland, the Government has decided not to fund the Sail GP competition for next year. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited CEO Nick Hill says Auckland’s host city offer was contingent on a two-way funding partnership between Auckland Council and Central Government but the Government has decided against funding it. AUT sailing professor Mark Orams joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:29:19 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/peter-kean-highlanders-co-owner-and-chair-on-the-future-of-super-rugby/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/peter-kean-highlanders-co-owner-and-chair-on-the-future-of-super-rugby/ Today, co-owner and chair of the Hurricanes, Malcolm Gillies, came out on the Rugby Direct podcast stating that without sweeping changes to Super Rugby Pacific, the competition is going to die.  Peter Kean is a co-owner and chair of the Highlanders, he joined D'Arcy to share his view. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:25:40 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mat-coch-planet-f1-editor-on-the-new-regulations-being-introduced-to-formula-1/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mat-coch-planet-f1-editor-on-the-new-regulations-being-introduced-to-formula-1/ The new regulations introduced to Formula 1 this year have been controversial, to say the least.  Drivers and fans have been loud in voicing their displeasure and the organisation have finally taken some action confirming nine immediate refinements to the regulations heading into the Miami Grand Prix next weekend. Mat Coch is an editor for Planet F1, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:38:13 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mark-mitchell-minister-for-sport-on-raelene-castle-staying-on-as-sport-nz-ceo/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mark-mitchell-minister-for-sport-on-raelene-castle-staying-on-as-sport-nz-ceo/ Yesterday, Sport New Zealand confirmed that Raelene Castle would be remaining in her role as the CEO of Sport NZ through to May 2030 securing a second term. Mark Mitchell is the Minister for Sport in New Zealand and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what he wants to see from Sport NZ over the next four years. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:33:37 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/nathan-smith-black-cap-on-their-second-odi-against-bangladesh/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/nathan-smith-black-cap-on-their-second-odi-against-bangladesh/ The Black Caps have struggled in their second of three ODIs against Bangladesh losing by 6 wickets last night, which sets up a decider on Thursday night. After a strong performance in the first match, they just couldn't get going with the bat - setting a subpar total of 198. Bangladesh chased the total down with relative ease in the 36th over only losing four wickets. Black Cap Nathan Smith joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:44:14 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/gilbert-enoka-all-blacks-mental-skills-coach-on-his-return-to-the-role/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/gilbert-enoka-all-blacks-mental-skills-coach-on-his-return-to-the-role/ Big news out of the All Blacks camp as the management group under Dave Rennie was completed today.  Dr James McGarvey is rejoining the group as the team doctor resuming the role he held between 2020-2023 and Gilbert Enoka ONZM will also be rejoining the All Blacks as the mental skills coach. Gilbert was with the All Blacks for over 20 years working with legendary coaches and contributing to the long-standing success of the black jersey and he joined D'Arcy to discuss his return to the role.  LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:37:58 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/full-show-sportstalk-with-jason-pine-april-20-2026/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/full-show-sportstalk-with-jason-pine-april-20-2026/ Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Venues Otautahi chief executive Caroline Harvie-Teare on the opening of Christchurch’s new One New Zealand Stadium. Piney's power rankings! LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:20:32 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/caroline-harvie-teare-venues-otautahi-chief-executive-on-the-opening-of-christchurch-s-new-one-new-zealand-stadium/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/caroline-harvie-teare-venues-otautahi-chief-executive-on-the-opening-of-christchurch-s-new-one-new-zealand-stadium/ Christchurch’s long-awaited new stadium, One New Zealand Stadium Te Kaha, is officially open for business.  The $683 million stadium has been four years in the making, with construction beginning in April 2022 - and it's all set to host Super Rugby Pacific’s Super Round this weekend.  Venues Otautahi chief executive Caroline Harvie-Teare joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:16:31 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/greg-murphy-former-supercars-driver-previews-christchurch-racing-event/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/greg-murphy-former-supercars-driver-previews-christchurch-racing-event/ A day of tinkering for Supercars teams after unloading their shipping containers for this weekend's maiden event in Christchurch. Vehicles and surrounding infrastructure were shipped across the Cook Strait on Sunday, after racing was canned in Taupo due to the cyclone. Former Supercars driver Greg Murphy joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:05:16 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/brent-metson-auckland-rugby-chairman-on-auckland-rugby-looking-to-move-away-from-eden-park/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/brent-metson-auckland-rugby-chairman-on-auckland-rugby-looking-to-move-away-from-eden-park/ Yesterday afternoon, it was announced that Auckland Rugby and Cricket will be moving away from Eden Park being the home of their respected provinces. Auckland Cricket has found a new home at Colin Maiden Park and will be getting a $10 million upgrade to boot. Auckland Rugby, however, is now in the process of finding where their new home will be. Brent Metson is the chairman of Auckland Rugby and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:01:16 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/erin-clark-warriors-lock-on-signing-on-until-the-end-of-the-2029-nrl-season/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/erin-clark-warriors-lock-on-signing-on-until-the-end-of-the-2029-nrl-season/ Exciting news out of the Warriors camp today, as lock Erin Clark has resigned with the club through to the end of the 2029 NRL season.  Clark joined Elliott to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:22:29 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/lima-sopoaga-former-all-black-on-moana-pasifika-disbanding-at-the-end-of-the-2026-super-rugby-season/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/lima-sopoaga-former-all-black-on-moana-pasifika-disbanding-at-the-end-of-the-2026-super-rugby-season/ In a disappointing turn of events, it was announced this morning that the Moana Pasifika Super Rugby franchise will be disbanding at the end of the Super Rugby Pacific season - barring a miracle. It is estimated that the cost of running Moana is between $10-$12m per year and the current owners Pasifika Medical Association don't see a viable way they could meet the financial obligations next year. Lima Sopoaga is a former All Black and Samoan international, and he joined Elliott to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:17:16 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/megan-compain-nzs-first-wnba-player-on-charlisse-leger-walker-getting-selected-for-wnba-draft/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/megan-compain-nzs-first-wnba-player-on-charlisse-leger-walker-getting-selected-for-wnba-draft/ It's been a historic day for basketball in New Zealand.  After a NCAA national championship winning campaign with UCLA, Kiwi Charlisse Leger-Walker was drafted 18th overall in the 2026 WNBA draft. She becomes the first Kiwi to be drafted to the league and the second to play in the WNBA after Megan Compain, who played in the inaugural 1997 season. Megan Compain joined Elliott to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:16:29 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/reuben-thorne-former-crusaders-captain-on-the-matchday-horses-being-retired-ahead-of-stadium-move/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/reuben-thorne-former-crusaders-captain-on-the-matchday-horses-being-retired-ahead-of-stadium-move/ It's the end of an era for Crusaders fans after it was announced that the franchise has had to drop their matchday tradition of horses galloping around the edge of the field when they move into the new One New Zealand Stadium. The club confirmed it couldn't keep the tradition going due to safety concerns, and the Crusaders made it clear that they left no stone unturned to try and make it work - but were unfortunately unable too. Reuben Thorne is a former Crusaders and All Blacks captain, and he explained the issue further. LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:11:05 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/pineys-power-rankings-black-ferns-beat-out-united-states-hurricanes-defeat-the-blues-and-rory-mcilroy-defends-masters-title/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/pineys-power-rankings-black-ferns-beat-out-united-states-hurricanes-defeat-the-blues-and-rory-mcilroy-defends-masters-title/ 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 Black Ferns' weekend victory, the Hurricanes hanging on to their top spot and Rory McIlroy defending his Masters title. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:31:19 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/brad-walter-nrl-reporter-on-the-warriors-beating-out-the-melbourne-storm/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/brad-walter-nrl-reporter-on-the-warriors-beating-out-the-melbourne-storm/ Coach Andrew Webster hopes the Warriors' statement win over the Storm in Melbourne is a springboard to a stellar NRL season. The Wahs snapped a 17-match losing streak against the Storm with the 24-point thumping...and Webster hopes it's a sign of great things to come. NRL reporter Brad Walter joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:25:36 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/matthew-lane-former-golf-pro-on-rory-mcilroy-hanging-on-to-masters-title/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/matthew-lane-former-golf-pro-on-rory-mcilroy-hanging-on-to-masters-title/ A year on from his career grand slam masterpiece, Rory McIlroy has reached golf's summit again. The Northern Irishman has claimed his sixth major crown and second Masters green jacket with victory by a stroke at Augusta National. Former golf pro Matthew Lane joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:22:13 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mark-wederall-canterbury-car-club-general-manager-on-christchurchs-supercars-event-getting-an-extra-day/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/mark-wederall-canterbury-car-club-general-manager-on-christchurchs-supercars-event-getting-an-extra-day/ A bonus for Ruapuna Raceway this weekend in the venue's Supercars debut. The Christchurch event now has a Friday race on the programme, after Cyclone Vaianu disrupted the Taupo meet. Canterbury Car Club General Manager Mark Wederall joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:18:58 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/tony-quinn-taupo-international-motorsport-park-owner-on-taupos-supercars-weekend-getting-cut-short/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/tony-quinn-taupo-international-motorsport-park-owner-on-taupos-supercars-weekend-getting-cut-short/ Disappointment for racing fans, after Taupo's Supercars event was cut short as Cyclone Vaianu made landfall.  The cancelled race 10 will be rescheduled to Friday, April 17, at the Christchurch Super 440. Taupo International Motorsport Park owner Tony Quinn joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:12:22 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/ryan-wood-v8-supercar-driver-ahead-of-this-weekends-event/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/ryan-wood-v8-supercar-driver-ahead-of-this-weekends-event/ The V8 Supercars have touched down in New Zealand for back to back weekends of racing action. First up this weekend, they head to Taupo International Motorsport Park for three days of racing before heading down to Christchurch next weekend. Ryan Wood is a New Zealand V8 Supercar driver and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:33:04 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/andree-froude-problem-gambling-foundation-executive-director-on-australia-placing-restrictions-on-sports-gambling-ads/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/andree-froude-problem-gambling-foundation-executive-director-on-australia-placing-restrictions-on-sports-gambling-ads/ Yesterday evening, a New Zealand Herald article reported that Australia were placing restrictions on the showing of sport gambling ads. They cannot advertise gambling during live sporting events between 6am and 8.30pm, athletes cannot appear in the advertisements and official team uniforms, and sport venues cannot display the ads either. Andree Froude from the Problem Gambling Foundation joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:28:49 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/casey-frank-former-breaker-on-the-start-of-the-nbl-season/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/casey-frank-former-breaker-on-the-start-of-the-nbl-season/ The NBL is set to kick off for another season, beginning tommorow night. The tournament begins with a matchup between the Manawatu Jets and the Taranaki Airs. Casey Frank is a former Breaker and Tall Black turned Sky Sport commentator - and he joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:51:09 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/wendy-frew-southern-steel-head-coach-ahead-of-the-anz-premiership/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/wendy-frew-southern-steel-head-coach-ahead-of-the-anz-premiership/ Following a tumultuous six months at Netball New Zealand, the 2026  ANZ Premiership season is set to get underway. On opening night, the Southern Steel  will be taking on the defending champion Mainland Tactix. Wendy Frew is the head coach of the Southern Steel, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:45:59 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/carlos-ulberg-ufc-fighter-ahead-of-ji%C5%99%C3%AD-proch%C3%A1zka-bout/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/carlos-ulberg-ufc-fighter-ahead-of-ji%C5%99%C3%AD-proch%C3%A1zka-bout/ On Sunday afternoon, Carlos Ulberg will become the second UFC fighter representing New Zealand to fight for an undisputed world title after Kai Kara-France last year. He is set to fight Czech and former undisputed light heavyweight champion Jiří Procházka for the vacant light heavyweight title in Miami at UFC 327. Carlos joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:29:43 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/todd-blackadder-toshiba-brave-lupus-head-coach-on-shannon-frizell-returning-to-new-zealand/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/todd-blackadder-toshiba-brave-lupus-head-coach-on-shannon-frizell-returning-to-new-zealand/ New Zealand Rugby have managed to bring back another player from Japan with hopes of making the All Blacks for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Shannon Frizell is coming back to New Zealand for 18 months where he will play in the NPC later in the year for Tasman, before returning to the Highlanders in next year's Super Rugby season. Todd Blackadder is the head coach of Toshiba Brave Lupus and he joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:25:00 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/ryan-fox-kiwi-golfing-legend-speaks-ahead-of-the-masters/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/ryan-fox-kiwi-golfing-legend-speaks-ahead-of-the-masters/ We are a week away from one of the most prestigious golf tournaments kicking off at the Augusta National Golf Course in the US - the Masters.  Ryan Fox is a New Zealand golfer who will be competing at the event even after a health scare saw him hospitalised a couple of weeks ago, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:25:29 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/david-havili-crusaders-captain-on-the-team-moving-to-the-one-nz-stadium/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/david-havili-crusaders-captain-on-the-team-moving-to-the-one-nz-stadium/ Tomorrow night, the Crusaders say farewell to their temporary home - Apollo Projects Stadium, a ground that is filled with history of the most successful Super Rugby Franchise. Since it has been their home, they have won eight titles in 15 years, but they're set to move into the brand new One NZ Stadium that kicks off with Super Round on ANZAC weekend. Crusaders captain David Havili joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:20:53 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/rob-nichol-godzone-trustee-on-the-upcoming-2027-event/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/rob-nichol-godzone-trustee-on-the-upcoming-2027-event/ Earlier today the location for the 2027 GODZONE adventure race was announced. It will be held at Aoraki/Mount Cook and the wider Mackenzie district next March. Rob Nichol is a trustee for GODZONE and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:48:56 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/gregor-paul-nz-herald-rugby-writer-on-ardie-saveas-relationship-with-nzr/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/gregor-paul-nz-herald-rugby-writer-on-ardie-saveas-relationship-with-nzr/ Earlier today, a piece was published by the NZ Herald detailing the relationship between Ardie Savea and NZ Rugby over the past couple of years, from contract discussions to relationships within the team and the coaching staff. Gregor Paul, a rugby writer with the Herald, wrote the piece and he joined D'Arcy to break it down. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:44:15 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/maddy-green-white-fern-on-the-teams-odi-loss-to-south-africa-over-the-weekend/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/maddy-green-white-fern-on-the-teams-odi-loss-to-south-africa-over-the-weekend/ The White Ferns fell agonisingly short in their first ODI against South Africa on Sunday, the visitors needed a six of the final ball to win and they got just that. They now are faced with a second ODI against the South Africans tomorrow at the Basin Reserve to keep their chances of winning the series alive.  Maddy Green top scored for the White Ferns in the first match, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:37:34 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/darren-bazeley-all-whites-head-coach-on-the-team-beating-out-chile-at-eden-park/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/darren-bazeley-all-whites-head-coach-on-the-team-beating-out-chile-at-eden-park/ The All Whites made history last night defeating Chile 4-1 and recording their first ever win over South American opposition. It's a hopeful start for the team, ahead of the FIFA World Cup kicking off in June. All Whites head coach Darren Bazeley joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:33:11 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/ledley-king-former-tottenham-captain-on-the-team-facing-off-against-auckland-fc-at-eden-park/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/ledley-king-former-tottenham-captain-on-the-team-facing-off-against-auckland-fc-at-eden-park/ Stalwart Tottenham Hotspur defender Ledley King heard plenty about New Zealand during his playing career, and is thrilled to represent his club ahead of their newly announced winter visit. Tottenham will play a match against Auckland FC at Eden Park on July 26. King joined Elliott Smith to discuss what this could mean for fans. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:37:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/nick-becker-auckland-fc-ceo-on-the-upcoming-game-against-tottenham/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/nick-becker-auckland-fc-ceo-on-the-upcoming-game-against-tottenham/ A pre-season football treat for Auckland FC. The A-League outfit will host Premier League side - at least currently - Tottenham Hotspur at Eden Park on July 26. Spurs are currently 17th in the Premier League and on the cusp of relegation for the first time in 49 years. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker joined Elliott Smith to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:32:34 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/andrei-mikhailovich-nz-boxer-talks-return-to-the-ring/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/sportstalk/audio/andrei-mikhailovich-nz-boxer-talks-return-to-the-ring/ BX-9 boxing returns tonight with 8 fights going down at Eventfinda stadium on Auckland's North Shore. Andrei Mikhailovich will be making his return to the ring tonight.  He has taken some time away from the sport following back to back losses, one of which was for the IBF World middleweight title. Andrei joined D'Arcy to discuss what he's been up to and - look towards his bout tonight.  LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:29:58 Z