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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 21 October 2026, tomorrow the Black Caps begin their home summer of cricket against India in the first of 5 T20 international matches, this will then be followed by 5 ODI's and 2 test matches. 

Tim Seifert is a batsman for the Black Caps, he joined D'Arcy to discuss

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And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald sport journalist Ben Francis discuss the Kiwis team named to take on the Cook Islands in the Rugby League World Cup and the latest between the PNG Chiefs and t...

On Sports Fix with Nick Bewley for 20 October 2026, the Silver Ferns put on a show for their home fans on Sunday night as they defeated Australia 56-50 in the opening test match of the Constellation Cup. They are back in action tomorrow night in the second test down at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch. 

Kate Heffernan is a defender for the Ferns, she joined Nick to discuss.

Nick makes his argument to label Christchurch as New Zealand's sporting capital.

And Nick and Newstalk ZB Head of Sport Clay Wilson discuss whether Christchurch is New Z...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 19th October 2026, the All Blacks have crushed the Wallabies yet again. The 43-21 score line came off the back of a dominant first half which saw the All Blacks lead 36-7 at half time. Christy Doran joined D'Arcy to discuss what is wrong with the Wallabies.

D'Arcy has some thoughts on the performance of our women's teams over the weekend.

Plus, Alex Powell is in the Chamber discussing a big upcoming weekend of motorsport.

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 16th October 2026 The Wallabies look to bounce back after their crushing defeat to the All Blacks at Eden Park, Wallabies icon Tim Horan joins D'Arcy to discuss how they plan on bouncing back

D'Arcy has some thoughts on the Kiwis close loss against the Kangaroos

Plus, the Coby Moratti is in the chamber, discussing the huge weekend of sport ahead

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 15 October 2026, today the All Blacks side to take on the Wallabies in the second Bledisloe Cup test was named and despite only three changes to the starting side, the bench sees 5 new faces including Du'Plessis Kirifi making his first appearance of the year.

Reuben Thorne is a former All Blacks captain, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the all the women representing New Zealand in sport this weekend. 

And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald sport journalist Alex Powell look ahead to the K...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 14 October 2026, Northland continued their miracle run in this year's edition of the NPC defeating Tasman 26-21 in a nail biting quarter-final clash last Friday night.

They are back in action once again this Friday in a semifinal against Otago at Semenoff stadium.  Josh Goodhue will be playing at lock for the Taniwha, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Formula 1 returning to Africa for the first time since 1993 starting in the 2030s.

And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald sport journalist Ben Francis reminisce o...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 13 October 2026, tonight, the Kiwis squad was named to take on the Kangaroos in their Rugby League World Cup opener in Syndey on Thursday night. 

Joseph Tapine was named in the side, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Damian McKenzie's performance against the Wallabies on Saturday night.

And D'Arcy and Newstalk ZB head of sport Clay Wilson discuss the future of bilateral cricket and adjustments that could be made ahead of the All Blacks' second test against the Wallabies. 

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On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 12th October 2026, the All Blacks have crushed the Wallabies to extend their undefeated run at Eden Park. The men in black haven't lost at their fortress since 1994 and have a record of 52 wins and 2 draws since that last defeat.

Former All Black Keven Mealamu played in 23 tests at Eden Park during that run, winning all of them. He joined the podcast to discuss what makes Eden Park different, and why opposition struggle so much there.

Piney thinks Beauden Barrett still has plenty of rugby left in him after...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 9th October 2026, 40 years on since the Wallabies' last win at Eden Park, they look to make history and snap the All Blacks' undefeated run at their Fortress. Former Wallaby Justin Harrison joins the podcast to discuss whether the Wallabies can deliver a miracle. 

But Piney can't see the Wallabies reversing their Eden Park fortunes. 

Plus, the lads are in the chamber, who's taking the Bathurst 1000 crown this weekend? 

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 8 October 2026, today the All Blacks' side to take on the Wallabies in the first Bledisloe Cup test was named and there are plenty of talking points. 

Most notably Damian McKenzie was named in the first five position following news that Richie Mo'unga has suffered a calf injury and is unable to play. 

Brad Weber is a former All Black, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the Chiefs name dispute.

And D'Arcy and Piney discuss the All Blacks' te...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 7 October 2026, today, New Zealand Cricket finally broke their silence on why they decided to opt for the proposed NZ20 competition as opposed to having a New Zealand side join the Australian Big Bash.

Mark Greatbatch is the President of NZC, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. 

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on why NZ Rugby League need to capitalise on the Warriors hype for the Rugby League World Cup.

And D'Arcy and Newstalk ZB sport journalist Billy Woodworth discuss who could be named in the All Blacks '23 f...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 6 October 2026, it is no secret that the NRL is the main driver of interest in rugby league and the international stage clearly sits in second behind it - but in this country, can NZRL capitalise on the immense popularity of the Warriors and bring some of that passion over to the international game with the World Cup just over a week away? 

Andrea Nelson is the CEO of NZ Rugby League, she joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on what happened at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for October 5, 2026, All Whites winger Ben Old joins the podcast ahead of New Zealand's Four Nations clash in Japan, discussing the opportunity to claim the All Whites' first piece of silverware in years and what success in the tournament would mean for the side.

Piney also tackles a fascinating question ahead of this weekend's Bledisloe Cup showdown: can the Wallabies actually upset the All Blacks? With Australia full of confidence after their victory over the Springboks, the debate is heating up.

Then, Adam Cooper steps into The Chamber to...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 2nd October 2026, the Newcastle Knights' fairytale run has reached its climax as they face the Sydney Roosters in the Grand Final. Fox League commentator Matt Russell joins the podcast to discuss the Grand Final – is everyone rooting for the Knights? 

Piney's enjoying the trajectory of the All Whites. 

Plus the lads are in the chamber, can Counties Manukau hold on to the Log o' Wood? 

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 1 October 2026, yesterday the UFC revealed the bout list for an upcoming fight night in Qatar - and there is, once again, a Kiwi topping the fight card.

Number 7 ranked Light Heavyweight contender Navajo Stirling is slated to take on Jiří Procházka in a clash with major title implications in a division that already has a New Zealand champion in Carlos Ulberg.

Navajo joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the All Blacks potentially playing two warm up test matches against the...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 23 September 2026 - today, the Aston Martin Formula 1 team announced that 2 time world champion Fernando Alonso would be racing for them again in 2027. There has been plenty of speculation around this, as the now 45 year old has teased his retirement several times but continues to race.

It is seeming that athletes are continuing to compete at older and older ages, and people buy in as they want to see the stars compete. David Higgins is the founder of Duco Events, he joined D'Arcy to discuss

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 29 September 2026, today, the 34-man squad for the two Bledisloe Cup tests between the All Blacks and Australia were named and there were a couple of surprises.

A big revelation was that starting first five Ruben Love has been ruled out due to injury, meaning Richie Mo'unga is in all likelihood going to be the starting first five for the All Blacks across the test matches. Richie joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the Black Ferns' performance against England.

And D'Arcy and New Zealand...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 25th September 2026, NZR once again find themselves in financial strife, likely to suffer a $27 million loss this year.  

NZR hosted a summit yesterday with key stakeholders to try and navigate the path forward – NZRPA CEO Rob Nicol joined the podcast to discuss what might happen. 

Piney is excited for the return of Scott Barrett. 

Plus, the lads are in the chamber, can the Black Ferns upset England? 

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 24 September 2026 - this weekend in the NPC, a plethora of All Blacks have been released to join their respective NPC sides following the end of the Greatest Rivalry tour.

Jamie Hannah was in South Africa and returns to play for Canterbury on Saturday, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the NRL grand final not having any pre-match entertainment.

And D'Arcy and Piney discuss what the outcome of the NZR summit could be today and the All Whites international window...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 23 September 2026, today, the Black Caps squad for the first series of the home summer was named. The Black Caps are set to take on India in a 5 match T20I series before moving into ODI's and two test matches.

Lockie Ferguson is a bowler who was named in the squad, he joined D'Arcy to discuss 

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the Columbus Crew football coach getting sacked for a sexist comment.

And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald sports journalist Alex Powell discuss Liam Lawson's return to R...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 22 September 2026, today it was confirmed that NRL referee Ashley Klein has been removed from duty from the NRL preliminary finals following 3 heavily controversial calls in the Warriors semi final defeat to the Knights on Sunday. 

Ashley and the Bunker came under heavy fire from the general public and media on both sides of the Tasman and has generated questions around the role of the Bunker in matches.

Jake Duke is an NRL commentator with Fox League, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on L...

On Sports Fix with Nick Bewley for 21st September 2026, the Warriors' season is over after losing to Newcastle at Eden Park in the NRL semi-finals. Despite some controversial calls, the Warriors found themselves in a position to win the game late but were unable to get across the line. Former Warrior Lance Hohia joined the podcast to recap what went wrong.

Nick has zero tolerance for the fans that saw fit to throw rubbish at the refs after the Warriors loss.

Plus, Clay Wilson is in the Chamber, discussing the Breakers starting the 2026-27 NBL...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 18th September 2026,  this weekend it's do or die for the Warriors. Sunday will see them take on the Newcastle Knights at Eden Park, and a loss will put an end to their finals run. Second Rower Jacob Laban joins the podcast ahead of the big match.

Plus, the lads are in the chamber, can the Breakers bounce back from a down year as their 2026-27 season tips off.

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 17 September 2026, today it was revealed that Dame Noeline Taurua had re-signed with Netball New Zealand to remain the head coach of the Silver Ferns through to the conclusion of the Netball World Cup in 2027. 

Jennah Wooten is the CEO of Netball New Zealand, she joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on chatting snow sports with Shaun White.

And D'Arcy and Piney discuss Dame Noeline sticking with the Silver Ferns through to the World Cup and the latest signings for the Wellington P...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 16 September 2026, yesterday afternoon the tickets for the Warriors first clash at Eden Park since 2014 went on sale for their clash against the Knights on Sunday evening and they sold out in a flash.

Cam George is the CEO of the Warriors, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the City Rail Link's first major test when the Warriors head to Eden Park on Saturday.

And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald sports journalist Ben Francis discuss the Warriors team named for their Sunday evening...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 15 September 2026, the Warriors stumbled in their first finals match of 2026 as they went down to the Dolphins 26-16 at Mount Smart Stadium last Saturday night. Luckily, thanks to their top 2 finish they get another shot - this weekend they take on the Knights at Eden Park in a semi-final with a victory meaning they travel to Sydney to take on the Panthers next weekend. 

Wayde Egan is a hooker for the Warriors, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the fourth and final test match o...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 14th September 2026, the Warriors face elimination this weekend after falling to the Dolphins in the NRL's qualifying round. They'll now host the Newcastle Knights at Eden Park in the second round of the Finals.  

NRL commentator Willie Poching joined the podcast to discuss what the Warriors need to do to avoid another home finals loss. 

Piney has some thoughts on how far apart the All Blacks and Springboks may be 

Plus, Adam Cooper joins Piney in the chamber to discuss the US open 

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On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 11th September 2026 The All Blacks face a must win game to level Rugby's greatest rivalry as the series heads to Baltimore. Loose Forward Peter Lakai joined the podcast to discuss how difficult the tour has been and how important the final test in Baltimore is to the team.

Piney can't help but notice how big the Warriors bandwagon has become.

Plus, Adam Cooper joins Piney in the chamber, will the Warriors deliver in the first week of the NRL finals?

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 10 September 2026, this weekend, the Supercars series continues - this time at the AirTouch 500 at the bend in South Australia. 

Ryan Wood is a Kiwi racer in the Supercars series, he joined D'Arcy to discuss the weekend's action. 

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on LIV Golf going into bankruptcy.

And D'Arcy and Piney discuss what the makeup of the All Blacks side may be like for the fourth and final test match of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry, and the late night at the US Open.

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 9 September 2026, following last Sunday morning's defeat to South Africa in Soweto, the All Blacks are unable to win the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour - as the South Africans have a 2-1 lead heading into the final test match in Baltimore. 

The All Blacks lost the series in the republic, but this final game on neutral soil gives the All Blacks a chance to draw the series and head home with half a trophy. 

Ant Strachan is a former All Black, he joined D'Arcy to discuss the relevance of th...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 8 September 2026, after 27 gruelling weeks, we have finally reached the NRL finals series - and the Warriors are tracking nicely for a shot at their first premiership. 

First up, the Warriors are taking on the Dolphins in a qualifying final at Mount Smart Stadium on Saturday night. 

Kurt Capewell is a second rower for the Warriors, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. 

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the Eden Park v Mount Smart debacle plaguing the Warriors finals series.

And D'Arcy and Newstalk ZB sport jou...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for September 7, 2026, Warriors CEO Cameron George joins the show as finals fever grips the NRL. With the playoffs about to begin, George discusses the club's premiership ambitions, the excitement building around the campaign, and whether Warriors fans could see any post-season matches played at Eden Park.

Piney also reflects on the All Blacks' third test defeat to South Africa, what went wrong for Dave Rennie's side, and what needs to change ahead of the final clash of the series in the USA on Sunday morning (NZT).

Then, Clay Wilson...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 4th September 2026 Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series heads back to Johannesburg all level after the Springboks bounced back in Cape Town. Lock Tupou Vaa'i joins the podcast ahead of the match to discuss how the forwards plan to match up against the Springbok pack.

Piney can't seem to get his head around how many tennis balls are used during the US Open.

Plus, the lads are in the chamber, can the Warriors lock up the Minor Premiership this weekend?

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 3 September 2026, tonight the All Blacks team for the third and final test match on South African soil in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour will be named. It is a must-win match for the All Blacks if they are to stand a chance of winning the series.

John Hart is a former All Blacks head coach who coached the side to their first ever series win in South Africa in 1996, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on influencers disrupting Naomi Osaka at the...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 2 September 2026, it was revealed today that the Black Ferns Sevens side will take on the Australians as a curtain raiser for the All Blacks v Wallabies Bledisloe Cup test in Sydney next month.

This marks the first time an international Sevens match has been played before an All Blacks test.

Cory Sweeney is the head coach of the Black Ferns Sevens, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on whether Liam Lawson will race for Red Bull again this weekend at the Italian Grand...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for September 1, 2026, New Zealand Netball Players Association general manager Pippa Moore joins the show to unpack the bombshell announcement that Netball New Zealand's domestic competition will move to a privately backed model from 2027.

The governing body has signed a non-binding term sheet with investors Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray, who would hold the licence for both the league and its teams. While questions remain around team numbers, broadcasting arrangements, scheduling and competition structure, the pair have committed to a minimum five-team league. Moore explains what the proposal could mean for players...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for August 31, 2026, former All Blacks scrum coach Mike Cron joins the show to unpack Dave Rennie's comments about South Africa's scrum tactics and explain what he's seen from the rapidly improving All Blacks pack across the opening two tests.

Piney also weighs in on rugby union's pace-of-play debate and whether the game can learn anything from rugby league's faster, more continuous action.

Then, Adam Cooper steps into The Chamber to discuss the Warriors' genuine shot at securing the minor premiership, before turning the spotlight on Wellington rugby's alarming start...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 28th August 2026 the Warriors are on fire heading into the NRL Finals. With just two weeks left in the regular season they find themselves in a position to win the Minor Premiership and potentially go all the way. Former Warrior Motu Tony joined the podcast to discuss their success, and whether it is this time, their year.

Piney is once again caught up in the magic of the Ranfurly Shield.

Plus, the lads are in the chamber ahead of the All Blacks second test against...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 27 August 2026, the anticipation is building for the second test match of the Greatest Rivalry Tour between the All Blacks and the Springboks after the visitors went up a gear in the second half to win 33-16.

But history tells us you can never rest on your laurels against the world champions who'll be looking to come back with a vengeance in game 2. D'Arcy was joined by Springboks legend and all time leading point scorer Percy Montgomery to discuss.

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 26 August 2026, this morning, the All Blacks held off a fierce Lions challenge this morning in their final provincial clash of the Greatest Rivalry Tour winning 41-35 at Ellis Park. 

Neil Barnes is an assistant coach of the All Blacks, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the All Blacks' bright boots throughout the Greatest Rivalry Tour.

And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald Head of Sport Winston Aldworth discuss his player ratings for the All Blacks v Lions clash.

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