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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 30 April 2026, reports came out today that New Zealand Rugby and Rugby Australia are on the verge on signing off on an ANZAC day test match in 2027 in preparation for the Rugby World Cup. This follows the widely successful Super Round that was held over ANZAC weekend this weekend. Former Wallabies midfielder and World Cup winner Tim Horan joi...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 29 April 2026, after a strong starting debut as the openside flanker for the Crusaders at Super Round, Leicester Fainga'anuku has been retained the spot for their upcoming clash against the Hurricanes. Is this a possible selection that the All Blacks could ponder in the long term? Former Crusaders captain and loose forward Reuben Thorne joined D'Arcy to dis...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 28 April 2026, today it was announced that former Black Caps fast bowler Geoff Allott would become the new CEO of New Zealand Cricket come the first of July. There is going to be plenty on his plate when he steps into the role, including what is going to happen with the proposed NZ20 competition. He joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Su...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 24th April 2026, it's been a long journey for Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua since being stood down from Silver Ferns coach last year. She's back in charge now, and catches up with D'Arcy to reflect on the ordeal. Piney puts his eyepatch on for Christchurch, and the lads are in the Chamber all excited for Super Round. Get 'Sports Fix'...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 23rd April 2026, earlier today, comments made by Hurricanes co-owner and chair Malcolm Gillies were made public saying that he believes that unless serious changes are made to the competition Super Rugby will die. Peter Kean is a co-owner and the chair of the Highlanders franchise and he joined D'Arcy to share his view. D'Arcy shares his thou...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 22 April 2026, yesterday, it was announced that Raelene Castle had been re-appointed as the CEO of Sport NZ through to 2030. Mark Mitchell is the Minister of Sport and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what he hopes to see from the organisation going forward D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the tweaks to the F1 regulations heading into the Miami Grand Prix next week...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 21 April 2026, today, the management group for Dave Rennie's All Blacks side was completed. Dr James McGarvey will be joining the side as the team doctor and Gilbert Enoka ONZM will be returning as the All Blacks' mental skills coach. Gilbert joined D'Arcy to discuss his return to the side. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the NRL placing restrictions on the a...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 20th April 2026, Te Kaha Stadium is about to open its doors, starting with Super Rugby's Super Round. CEO of Venues Otautahi, Caroline Harvie-Teare, joins the podcast to discuss how big of a week it is for the city. Piney laments Auckland FC's loss, putting an end to their defense of the Premiers Plate. Plus, Adam Cooper is in the Chamber, recapping the sporting w...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 17th April 2026, Rising star Braxton Sorenson-McGee joins the podcast today to talk about her journey to the Black Jersey ahead of Hong Kong 7s.  Piney has one final goodbye for Addington ahead of the final professional game there Plus, the lads are in the Chamber, can the Warriors continue on from their incredible win over Melbourne Get...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 16th April 2026, it was announced yesterday that both Auckland Cricket and Auckland Rugby would be moving their operations away from Eden Park. Cricket will be moving to Colin Maiden Park while the future for Auckland Rugby is uncertain at the moment. Chairman of Auckland Rugby, Brent Metson, joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his though...

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 15th April 2026, disappointing news, it was announced this morning that Moana Pasifika would be disbanding at the end of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season barring a lifeline as the current owner has cut ties with the club. In order to remain in the competition, the franchise will need to find a new owner that is willing to meet the costs to run the club. Lima...

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 14th April 2026, disappointing news for Crusaders fans today. After 30 years, the iconic Crusaders horses will not be a part of the matchday experience at the new One NZ Stadium due to the tight layout around the field creating safety risks. Reuben Thorne is a former Crusaders captain, he joined Elliott to share his view on the news. Elliott shares his thoughts...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 13th April 2026, Sunday racing at Supercars in Taupo had to be cancelled due to the threat of Cyclone Vaianu. Owner of Taupo International Motorsport Park, Tony Quinn, joined Piney to discuss how much of blow that was to the event. Piney tries to get inside the mind of Andrew Webster, and attempts to figure out his halves logjam. Plus, Max Towle is in the Chamber,...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 10th April 2026, Supercars is returning this weekend to Taupo. 2023 Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki joins the podcast to preview the action from Taupo motorsport park. Piney has some thoughts on what is shaping up to be a big weekend in the A-League, with all sorts of playoff implications on the line. Plus, the lads are in the Chamber, can...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 9th April 2026, this weekend, the V8 Supercars touch down for their first of two weekends of racing action at the Taupo International Motorsport Park. Ryan Wood is a Kiwi racer with V8 Supercars and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the Australian Government placing restrictions on gambling advertisements on sporting...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 8th April 2026, after a tremulous 2025, fans of netball are finally able to get their focus back on the game again as the 2026 season of the ANZ Premiership is set to get underway this weekend. Wendy Frew is the current head coach of the Southern Steel club and she joined D'Arcy to discuss  D'Arcy shares his thoughts on David Warner's run-in with the l...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 7th April 2026, on Sunday afternoon in Miami, Carlos Ulberg is set to become the second UFC fighter who represents New Zealand to fight for an undisputed title in the leading MMA promotion. He is set to take on former champion Jiří Procházka at UFC 327. Ulberg joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the never say die attitude of the White Fe...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 2nd April 2026, for 14 years Rugby League Park in Christchurch has served as the temporary home for Christchurch sport. That era will come to an end this weekend as the Crusaders will play their final game there and will move into the brand-new Te Kaha Stadium. Crusaders captain David Havili has spent his whole career there, and he reflects o...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 1st April 2026, earlier today, an article was released by the New Zealand Herald detailing Ardie Savea's dealings with New Zealand Rugby over the past couple years which culminated in him asking for an early release of his contract at the end of 2025. Rugby writer Gregor Paul wrote the article, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss.  D'Arcy shares his though...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 31st March 2026, last night, the All Whites made history as they secured their first ever win over South American opposition with a 4-1 win over Chile at Eden Park. It was their last game at home as the national side continue to build up to their FIFA World Cup appearance later this year. Head coach of the All Whites, Darren Bazeley, joined D'Arcy to discus...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 30th March 2026, it was officially announced today that Premier League football giants Tottenham Hotspur are coming to New Zealand to face Auckland FC in late July; Auckland FC players Sam Cosgrove and Lachlan Brook react to this news. Piney shares his thoughts on why Jason Ryan is so important to the All Blacks. And Adam Cooper is in The Chamber to talk Super Rug...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 27th March 2026, it was officially announced today that Roger Tuivasa-Sheck would be leaving the Warriors. He will depart at the end of the year to sign a two year contract with English side Wakefield Trinity in the Super League. Former Warrior and Kiwis player Motu Tony joined D'Arcy to discuss his legacy. Piney shares his thoughts on what h...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 26th March 2026, last night, the 2026 NPC draw was released and one of the team's schedules raised some eyebrows. After playing all of their home matches in 2025 at Porirua Park, the Wellington Lions will be returning to the 34,500 capacity Hnry Stadium for the upcoming season. This is despite the crowd sizes dwindling leaving a sea of yellow...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 25th March 2026, on Monday it was announced that the NZ20 competition was the way forward for domestic T20 cricket in New Zealand. What does the competition need to do from a promotional standpoint in order to be a success and gain traction with Kiwis? Founder of Duco Events, David Higgins, an organisation responsible for the NRL Auckland 9's and the Black...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 24th March 2026, today the rest of Dave Rennie's All Blacks coaching group was revealed. Neil Barnes was named the senior assistant coach, Fa'alogo Tana Umaga as the defence coach, Mike Blair as the attack coach, Jason Ryan as the forwards coach and Phil Healey as the Head of Performance. Neil Barnes joined D'Arcy to discuss his appointment. D'Arcy shares h...