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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 6th November 2025, a big test match looms on Sunday morning, when the All Blacks take on a Scotland side that is looking strong. Is it the home side's best chance to topple the All Blacks in history? D'Arcy spoke with former Scotland assistant coach Jason O'Halloran to find out more about what the All Blacks are coming up against on Saturday....

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 5th November 2025, despite the lack of an Australian side in the Pacific Championships, the grand final of the tournament, which is being played between New Zealand and Samoa is being hosted in Sydney this Sunday. Why is that? D'Arcy spoke with NZ Rugby League CEO Greg Peters to find out.  D'Arcy shares his thoughts on LIV Golf attempting to legitimise...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 4th November 2025, the Kiwis defeated Tonga in a real spectacle for international rugby league on Sunday afternoon, but game itself has been overshadowed by very poor handling of concussion protocols of Tongan second rower Eli Katoa. Katoa took a shoulder to the head in the warmup, which appeared to daze him, however he was allowed to play. He took a furthe...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 3 November 2025, Piney shares his thoughts on the ongoing Netball NZ saga after Dame Noeline's first public interview this morning with the Mike Hosking. Newstalk ZB's sport director Clay Wilson joins with his assessment of the situation that continues to unfold, and the pair discuss the All Blacks' win over Ireland in Chicago. Plus, Thad Taylor, TAB racing bookie...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 31st October 2025, With Mark Robinson heading out the door the clock is ticking for NZR to appoint a new CEO. NZ Heralds rugby editor Liam Napier joined the podcast to discuss why it's taking so long to find a new CEO. Piney discusses the how important it is for the All Blacks to go undefeated on their Northern tour. And D'Arcy and Piney are...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 30th October 2025, earlier today, a piece around a toxic work environment at Netball New Zealand was released - written by NZ Herald sports journalist Nathan Limm. It detailed reports from as many as six current and former staff members who have discussed a challenging and secretive workplace culture. Nathan caught up with D'Arcy to discuss....

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 29th October 2025, the All Blacks' first Grand Slam attempt in 15 years gets underway on Sunday morning as they take on Ireland in Chicago. Former All Black Tana Umaga captained the side that won a Grand Slam in 2005, and he caught up with D'Arcy to discuss the massive few weeks of rugby action coming up.  D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the public being...

On Sports Fix with Adam Cooper for 28th October 2025, the 2025 NPC season came to an end on Saturday afternoon, with Canterbury winning another title as they took down Otago 36-28. It was a successful day, with sold out signs up around Apollo Projects Stadium paired with an afternoon kick off time setting up a great afternoon of rugby action. Adam caught up with GM of Community Rugby, Steve Lancas...

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 23rd October 2025, today it was announced that after the end of year northern tour All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland would be stepping away and not seeking a contract renewal through the end of 2027.Elliott caught up with the NZ Herald rugby analyst who was close to the story, Gregor Paul, to discuss. Elliott shares his thoughts on the outside noise hurt...

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 22nd October 2025, despite the sold out crowds of Hagley Oval, the interest levels in the Black Caps international series against England appears low with the ticket sales struggling for the final T20 at Eden Park tomorrow night. Elliott caught up with co-founder of the Beige Brigade Black Caps supporter group, Paul Ford, to discuss. Elliott shares his thoughts...

On Sports Fix with Elliot Smith for 21st October 2025, Labour MP Willie Jackson is the latest to speak out on the Dame Noeline Taurua situation, demanding that Sport NZ freeze their funding to Netball New Zealand until a resolution with the coach is reached. He caught up with Elliot Smith to discuss. Elliot shares his thoughts on the Kiwis vs Samoa test and the nature of the Pacific Championship t...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 20 October 2025, Kiwis rugby league legend Tawera Nikau joins the podcast to reflect on yesterday's epic double-header between New Zealand and Toa Samoa at Mt Smart Stadium. Newstalk ZB sport journalist Elijah Fa'afiu joins to discuss not only the league but also the Bunnings NPC semi-finals ahead of the grand final between Canterbury and Otago this weekend. Get '...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and Elliott Smith for 16th October 2025, the NRL has announced that players and player agents who enter negotiations with R360 will be hit with a 10 year ban from the competition. Elliott caught up with Daily Telegraph rugby league journalist Michael Carryannis to discuss. Elliott shares his thoughts on the 10 year ban facing NRL players who engage with R360. And Pine...

On Sports Fix with Elliot Smith for 15th October 2025, the New Zealand secondary schools rugby pathway has come under criticism following two large defeats to the Australian under-18's. Former All Black and current rugby player agent Craig Innes spoke to the Herald suggesting the current pathways need revamping. Elliot spoke with Craig to hear his thoughts. Elliot shares his thoughts on the on the...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 14th October 2025, earlier today, Silver Ferns selector Gail Parata shared a lengthy Facebook post stating she had resigned from her role as a Silver Ferns selector due to the Dame Noeline Taurua saga and suggested that no sporting coach in New Zealand is safe following her treatment. In solidarity, former Silver Fern and high performance coach Margie Foste...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 13th October 2025, Matt Payne won one of the greatest races of all time at the 2025 Bathurst 1000. Motorsport correspondent Eric Thompson was there, and he joins the podcast to recap what happened on Mount Panorama. Piney ponders R360 and who might benefit most to go to the new rebel rugby competition Plus, Elijah Fa'afiu joins the people's chamber to discuss the...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 10th October 2025, The NPC is reaching is climax, Commentator and former All Black James Parsons joins the podcast to discuss the quarterfinal matchups Piney praises another solid outing for the All Whites, but wants more wins from the team And D'Arcy and Piney are in the chamber ahead of the biggest weekend of the year for petrol heads, they...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 8th October 2025, key figures have expressed concerns that kids coming through professional rugby pathways don't always have a plan B if playing professionally doesn't work out. D'Arcy spoke with Crusaders academy manager Paul Galland to see what measures the Crusaders have in place for helping their academy talents be successful after rugby....

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 8th October 2025, earlier today it was announced that 8 international rugby unions had banded together, stating that any player that signs on the dotted line for the Rugby 360 competition will not be eligible for international selection. This is despite people from the competition stating that players will be available for the international windows. D'Arcy...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 7th October 2025, the Pacific Championship is less than two weeks away and Kiwis coach Stacey Jones has named his 21-strong side that are set to take on Tonga and Samoa. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, the Warriors fullback was amongst the named players, and he caught up with D'Arcy to discuss the side and the upcoming competition. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on wh...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 6th October 2025, the All Blacks defeated the Wallabies 28-14 in Perth on Saturday night, registering back to back wins in the Rugby Championship for the first time in 2025. A standout in the squad was Quinn Tupaea who played his first match at centre for the All Blacks and he looked a natural. Could he be the long term solution at centre for the All Blacks? Piney...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 3rd October 2025, the All Blacks and the Wallabies are all set for battle tomorrow night in the final round of the Rugby Championship, with all the marbles still to play for. D'Arcy spoke with former Wallabie Justin Harrison to preview the matchup. Piney shared his thoughts on the current depth of the All Blacks squad under Scott Robertson An...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 2nd October 2025, the Black Caps opened up their 'spring' of cricket last night against the Australians. They found themselves in trouble early sitting at 6-3 inside 2 overs, then batsman Tim Robinson stepped up scoring his first T20I century and setting up a competitive total for the Black Caps. D'Arcy caught up with Tim to talk all about it...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Wednesday 1st October 2025, the White Ferns kick off their Women's ODI World Cup later tonight with a big match against Australia. D'Arcy spoke with White Ferns star and all rounder Amelia Kerr to preview the opening match. D'Arcy shared his thoughts on the 2025 Rugby World Cup and the need for more resources for the Black Ferns. And Nick and NZME sports jo...

On Sports Fix with Nick Bewley for 30th September 2025, there have been reports stating that NZ Cricket have been in discussions with Cricket Australia about the possibility of a New Zealand side entering the Big Bash T20 league in Australia. Nick spoke with former Black Cap Chris Cairns to hear his thoughts. Nick shared his thoughts on Jamie Joseph being appointed coach of the New Zealand XV toda...