The All Sport Breakfast

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features NZ Herald Sports Journalist Michael Burgess and Rugby Writer Jamie Wall.  On this weekend's agenda: What's gone wrong with Burling and Dalton? Super Rugby viewership is growing, and are Moana Pasifika now Auckland's favourite team?   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Auckland Tuatara have trounced the winless Indian Panthers 114-71 in their New Zealand NBL basketball game on the North Shore.  Meanwhile, the Canterbury Rams defeated the Manawatu Jets 92-81 in Christchurch.  This afternoon sees the Otago Nuggets take on the Wellington Saints at the Edgar Centre in Dunedin.  Nuggets Head Coach Mike Kelly joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss thei...

A record number of runners and walkers will take over Christchurch’s central city this Sunday (13 April) for the largest ever Christchurch Marathon event.   More than 6,700 participants have entered the event across its four distances: the Christchurch Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10 km, and Kids Mara’fun.   That is 27% more than participated in 2024 and is the largest field the event has ev...

The Taupō Supercars event has gone the way of the home drivers and fans so far.  Kiwi drivers Andre Heimgartner and Ryan Wood have set the fastest pace in the opening two practices.  Heimgartner joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the return home to the central North Island race.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Rugby believes the women's Super Rugby Aupiki final's scheduling clash with the Highlanders versus Fijian Drua will have little impact on viewership.  The Blues versus Matatū finale at Eden Park on Saturday has been granted a primetime 7.05 pm kickoff, despite the regular season games all being played in the afternoon.  NZR head of women's high-performance Hannah Porter is un...

The Chiefs have dropped to second on the Super Rugby table after an ugly 21-14 loss to the Waratahs in Sydney.  The Crusaders are alone on top of the ladder after surviving a late fightback to beat the Hurricanes 31-24 in Wellington while down to 13 men.  Tony Johnson joined D'Arcy to review Friday night's Super Rugby action.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Burling and Dalton have split.   Team New Zealand has lost the services of their greatest skipper, the most successful America’s Cup helmsman and the positive face of the team.   Burling has yet to speak of the breakdown, Dalton has been quick to put his side of the story out into the ether – I’m sure in time we’ll hear Burling's view and from there we’ll draw our own conclusions. Let's...

The Otago Rally is based in the beautiful city of Dunedin and is the first round of the 2025 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship.   This component of the event features New Zealand’s leading competitors in modern, state-of-the-art 4WD turbo rally cars, including the exciting AP4 and R5 rally cars.  The event also incorporates the International Classic Otago Rally, f...

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features NZ Herald Online Sports Editor Alex Powell and Gold Sport Rugby Commentator Paul Allison.   On this weekend's agenda:  Liam Lawsons' big return to the Racing Bulls team  Have New Zealanders fallen out of love with the America's Cup?  Spain becomes the frontrunner to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup  LISTEN ABOVE  See om...

 Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan gives us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. On today’s agenda:  Dylan Walker is stepping up to the plate this weekend, post-Warriors.  Interest is growing in Australian Super Rugby teams   A different journey for two Aussie motorsport drivers   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The Black Caps will finish their home summer without the services of top-order batsman Mark Chapman.  Chapman has been ruled out of today's final ODI against Pakistan at Bay Oval with a hamstring injury and was also forced out of game two in Hamilton.  Tim Seifert, who was called in to replace Chapman ahead of the second game, will stay with the squad.  Jacob Duffy joined D'Arcy Wal...

Moana Pasifika skipper Ardie Savea has pointed to the main area of growth from his side this season as they look for back-to-back Super Rugby wins for the first time in franchise history.  They host the Waratahs in Albany this afternoon, coming off a shock win over the Crusaders in Christchurch.  William Havili joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview their clash against the Tahs.   Kick...

It's business as usual for top of the A-League Auckland FC as they face off against Western Sydney Wanderers at Mt Smart this weekend.  They've secured a play-off spot thanks to a 10-game unbeaten streak.  Cam Howieson joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview their round 25 clash.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As long as you want to, Gary.    He’s not gone yet, but it would appear that the end is nigh for Black Caps coach Gary Stead.   His contract is due to expire shortly, which will possibly signal the end of a very successful tenure.   No, the pinnacle titles haven’t rolled in unabated, but the consistency of results at the very top, across all formats, are impressive.  &nbsp...

Red Bull Racing advisor Helmut Marko has admitted Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen disagrees with their decision to demote teammate Liam Lawson. The four-time drivers championship winner liked an Instagram post by former F1 racer Giedo [gee-ay-doe - hard g] van der Garde defending Lawson after he was axed in favour of Yuki Tsunoda ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. Marko's since confirmed to...

The Crusaders have been forced into a late change for a second straight week ahead of tonight's Super Rugby match with Moana Pasifika in Christchurch. Captain David Havili has been scratched with an Achilles tendon niggle. Ethan Blackadder will take the captain's armband.  Dallas McLeod will shift to second-five, Levi Aumua is promoted to centre and Aki Tuivailala has been added to the bench...

The Black Caps will look to continue their momentum in a different format in this morning's first one-day cricket international against Pakistan in Napier. New Zealand are coming off a 4-1 triumph in the T20 series over the same opponent. But batter Mark Chapman says finding success in the three-match ODI series won't be easy. First ball is at 11am. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

What a week for Liam Lawson. The kiwi F1 driver has experienced the full force of a truly global sport and not in an uplifting or life affirming manner.  His disconsolate face has been peppering sports pages worldwide as his fall from Formula 1 grace has been intensely documented over 2 short weeks. His start in the infamously difficult to drive Red Bull RB21 machine (and that’s saying someth...

The Taranaki Airs play host to Hawke's Bay Hawks at TSB Stadium in their round three clash.  Sky Broadband Rapid League tips off at 3pm. Sal's NBL game tips off at 4pm. Taranaki guard Jackson Ball joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to reflect on his impressive form on the big stage.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daly Cherry-Evans has officially declined Manly's contract extension offer, again confirming he'll depart at the end of the NRL league season. A new two-year deal was tabled to the halfback after he suggested leaving or retiring post-2025. Cherry-Evans will exit as the Sea Eagles' most-capped player after 15 years' service. Australia Correspondent Jim Dolan joined D'Arcy Waldegrave...

A chance for former Black Cap Neil Wagner to close the latest chapter on his cricketing career in fairytale fashion. The 64-test seamer's confirmed Northern Districts' final round Plunket Shield match, starting 11am today against Otago in Dunedin, will be his last domestic match in New Zealand. ND have a seven-point lead in the competition. Robbie O'Donnell joined D'Arcy to preview the final round...

Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph is pointing to a contentious scrum penalty as a turning point in their 34-27 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Brumbies in Canberra. The Australian side is back in the top four after two late tries overturned what could've been a clutch win for the southerners. Joseph says there were several moments they let themselves down. Tony Johnson joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to rev...

BMX New Zealand and Invercargill BMX Club are proud to host and present the 2025 BMX New Zealand National Championships. New Zealand's premier ranking event for BMX racing, to be held on 23 March 2025.  Olympian Rico Bearman joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the event.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues are adamant they're making strides forward as they look to resurrect their Super Rugby title defence against the Crusaders at Eden Park tonight.  The 2024 champs sit ninth on the ladder with one win from five games, having lost their last two to the Brumbies and Chiefs by a single point.  Angus Ta'avao joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview this evening's clash at the 'Garden of E...

Drivers at Western Springs Speedway will make their final laps tonight after 95 years of racing at the venue.  After tonight's last set, races will be moved to Onehunga's Waikaraka Park.  There has been some controversy over the move with claims of a lack of consultation.  Speedway Manager John McCallum says tickets for the final event are selling quickly.  LISTEN ABOVE  S...