Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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...

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 fr...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listen...

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 W...

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 ABO...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

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 See omnystudio.com/liste...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omn...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 AB...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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...

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 t...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystud...

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....

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 h...