The Country Sport Breakfast

All Whites striker Chris Wood could find himself matched against another top international forward after New Zealand confirmed the second football fixture in their October window. They'll take on 37th-ranked Poland in Chorzow on October 10, who boast Barcelona's Robert Lewandowsk, the nation's all-time top scorer with 85 goals. The All Whites have already locked in a game against 33rd-ranked Norwa...

Producer Mark runs you through what you missed while you were sleeping.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mouthguards that light up when a player sustains a significant head impact will be used at this year's women's Rugby World Cup, which starts next week. The mouthguards, which use LED lights, will flash red if the impact is severe enough to potentially cause a concussion. The referee will then stop play with the player sent off for a head injury assessment. The mouthguards will be introduced to the...

Silver Fern defender Kelly Jackson has signed to play in Australia's Super Netball competition for the 2026 season. She joins BK to discuss the signing and her exemption from Netball NZ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A long-awaited deal to recapitalise Alliance Group might have been inked, but the most challenging part to get it over the line may now lie ahead. That doesn’t just include getting at least half of its 4,300 farmer shareholders to vote. It’s also getting 75% of them to tick the “yes” option to cede control of the country’s last remaining farmer-owned co-operative to a...

Iron Duke's Managing Director Phil O'Reilly discusses the business sectors big stories of the week including Alliance's proposed deal with Irish company, Dawn Meats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Rugby Pacific have announced their 2026 Super Round to take place at the new One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch on ANZAC Weekend next year! Competition CEO Jack Mesley joined BK for the announcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Silver Fern squad for the 2025 international season has been named. Dame Noeline Taurua joined the show to discuss selections, including the return of Grace Nweke along with 6 new faces to the squad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Triathlete Hannah Berry joins BK out of London following the T-100 London event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's underwater hockey side has made history at the inaugural World Championship regional qualifiers in Malaysia. Elite Men's Coach Emma Rae joined to share how the Kiwi teams featured in four finals, prevailing in three, to dominate the Asia-Oceania Inter-Continental Championships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand avocado exports soar, revenue hits $94m. Avocado NZ Chair Brad Siebert discusses the market growth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our US Correspondent discusses why Trump deploying the National Guard to Washington DC and his pledge on a crime crackdown! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catching up with Blackcaps batting coach, post a very successful tour of Zimbabwe  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in History - Aug 11 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weekly econmic report.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Running through the best and worst bits of the sporting weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most Black Caps test debutants in a match since 1996 have all had a role to play on the opening day of the second test against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo. Zak Foulkes took four wickets to help dismiss Zimbabwe for 125 batting first, while fellow debutant Matt Fisher snagged a wicket. Veteran Matt Henry took five. The tourists are 174 for one in reply, a lead of 49 with Devon Conway not out 79 and Ja...

Northland Taniwha's head coach, Ryan Martin joins the show to preview their clash with Southland tonight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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"Big news in the rugby world yesterday — Richie Mo’unga is coming home! After a stint in Japan, the All Blacks playmaker has signed an 18-month deal with New Zealand Rugby, returning mid-2026 and eyeing the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Joining us now is the CEO of NZ Rugby, Mark Robinson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weather outlook for the weekend ahead.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One final chat with Jason Walls, this week we talk NCEA, Road user tax, and more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Producer Mark runs you through what you missed while you were sleeping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Running through the big stories of the mornig. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby news of the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.