Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

The All Whites road to the 2026 World Cup starts next week - and most of their big names will be present. The squad for New Zealand's opening Oceania qualifier against Tahiti in Vanuatu on October 11 includes skipper Chris Wood, along with European-based players Libby Cacace, Marko Stamenic and Matt Garbett. Head coach Darren Bazeley joined D'Arcy to discuss his picks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio....

Athletics New Zealand and the Government are working on a bid to bring the World Indoor Athletics Championships to Aotearoa in 2028. Usually held biennially, the event attracts around 550 competitors from 160 nations and is typically staged in the third week of March. Olympic gold medallist Hamish Kerr says this would be a huge opportunity for New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener...

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Cricket commentator Dylan Cleaver on the Black Caps losing to Sri Lanka in their latest test. Piney's power rankings! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps are drawing positives from a second innings fight, in the wake of a heavy test defeat by Sri Lanka in Galle. The tourists have been bowled out for 360 on day four to lose the second and final test by an innings and 154 runs. Cricket commentator Dylan Cleaver joined Piney to discuss the loss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ZB's own D'Arcy Waldegrave returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Black Caps bowler Will O'Rourke on his newfound success. NZ Herald sports writer Liam Napier on his predictions ahead of the next All Blacks v Australia clash. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black Caps bowler Will O'Rourke is the team's latest breakout success. After only 3 tests, the lofty paceman has collected 19 wickets at 15.5.   He joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One expert says Razor will be looking to make some substitutions ahead of the next high-profile All Blacks clash. Speculation indicates Beauden Barrett will take up the No 10 jersey, replacing Damian McKenzie. NZ Herald sports writer Liam Napier joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's 63-run test cricket loss to Sri Lanka has threatened their world championship final hopes. The tourists' tail was wrapped up in 22 balls on the fifth day of the test in Galle meaning the hosts climb to third in the standings on percentage points, with the Black Caps dropping to fourth. ESPN Cricinfo writer Andrew Fernando joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/list...

All Black Sam Darry has made an impressive start - having helped the team secure victory in last weekend's clash with the Wallabies.  He joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Cooper fills in to recap an exciting day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: NZ Herald sports journo Liam Napier on the All Blacks' narrow victory over Australia NZME cricket commentator Andrew Alderson on the Black Caps' defeat to Sri Lanka Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps are ruing a first innings collapse after a quick conclusion on the final morning of the first cricket test against Sri Lanka. The hosts have needed less than four overs to claim the last two Black Caps wickets, and seal a 63-run victory in Galle. New Zealand started the third day at 269 for 4 - but were bowled out for 340 before lunch, leaving Sri Lanka to quickly eat up their 35-ru...

The All Blacks managed a narrow victory over the Wallabies last weekend - but it was too close for comfort for some. NZ Herald sports writer Liam Napier joined Sportstalk to discuss the team's narrow 31-28 win in Sydney. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ZB's own D'Arcy Waldegrave returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith on the All Blacks side named for the first Bledisloe Cup clash. Australian rugby expert Sean Maloney on Australian's mood ahead of the match. Talkback ASB Classic tournament director Nicolas Lamperin ahead of this year's event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio...

Over across the ditch, the Wallabies are feeling hopeful ahead of Saturday's Bledisloe Cup opener against the All Blacks. Australian rugby expert joins D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes will be on the All Blacks this weekend as they aim to redeem themselves across the ditch. With the Rugby Championship out of reach and the Freedom Cup gone, the Bledisloe Cup takes on even more significance than usual. ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith discussed Scott Robertson's picks for Saturday's test. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been plenty of debate and speculation around the player eligibility terms for the All Blacks. Professional Rugby and Performance General Manager Chris Lendrum joined D'Arcy to unpack the requirements. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of cricket's biggest ever hitters is returning to New Zealand shores for next summer's Black Clash. Former West Indian batter Chris Gayle has been acquired by Team Rugby for the charity match at Hagley Oval in January. Chris Gayle joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ZB's own D'Arcy Waldegrave returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: NZ Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul wonders if fans are becoming complacent around the All Blacks. Black Caps Assistant Coach Luke Ronchi ahead of the Sri Lanka test series starting Wednesday afternoon. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps are well aware any subcontinent success will be key if they want to return to cricket's World Test Championship final. The New Zealand side are set to start their first of two tests with Sri Lanka tomorrow - before heading to India for a three-match series. Assistant coach Luke Ronchi joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One expert wonders if All Blacks fans have gotten too complacent with losses. The team is set to face off against the Wallabies this weekend - following a brutal thrashing against the Springboks in Africa. NZ Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D'Arcy Waldegrave wraps the week that was in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge discussing the new Super Rugby Pacific format Talkback - Super Rugby format Black Fern Kate Henwood ahead of their match against England and hugging the King LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Ferns have made world headlines after a group hug with the King.   During their visit to Buckingham Palace ahead of their match at Twickenham, they asked the King for permission, and he granted it.   Prop Kate Henwood spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk about what it was like.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Rugby has had yet another overhaul.   The big change is that only the top six teams will make it to the playoffs, and one of those six will make it to the semis as a lucky loser.   Sportstalk's D'Arcy Waldegrave tried to make sense of it, and got Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge on the show to give his thoughts.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ZB's own D'Arcy Waldegrave returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Gary Hermansson - Performance Mindset Coach on the Black Ferns showing off their personalities so well.  Talkback Steve Lancaster - New Zealand Rugby General Manager of Community Rugby.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Rugby GM of Community Rugby joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the recent hype of the Ranfurly Shield.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.