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SPORTSTALK WITH D’ARCY WALDEGRAVE
7pm–8pm weekdays
Newstalk ZB’s daily sports showdown.
D'Arcy Waldegrave lives and breathes sport.
He loves motorsport and revels in the torment of being a Warriors and Black Caps fan.
Whatever the sport, big or small, he’s got a view.
His non-stop enthusiasm sees him battle it out with a diverse selection of armchair commentators resulting in a sometimes explosive, but always compelling show.
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Could Hansen or Foster return to coach the All Blacks?
There has been another development in the story as to who could take the reins as the All Blacks coach heading into the 2027 Rugby World Cup, this time with two...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Auckland FC's in a rut, Daniel Hillier's rising up and Sam Ruthe continues to amaze
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 losing,...
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'Unbelievable feat': Former Olympian on Sam Ruthe's record-setting run
"He just keeps breaking records and he seems to be really enjoying it." Kiwi running phenomenon Sam Ruthe broke Sir John Walker's 1982 overall national mile mark...
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Could Sam Ruthe appear at the next Commonwealth Games?
Teen running star Sam Ruthe set another record over the weekend, and debate is growing over whether he could appear at the next Commonwealth Games. The 16-year-old...
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Former Breaker looks back on Tom Abercrombie's accomplishments
On Friday, Breakers legend Tom Abercrombie will be getting his jersey number 10 lifted up into the rafters to acknowledge his service to the club over his storied...
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Australia Cup: Wellington Phoenix, Auckland FC snubbed from event
Big news today for fans of football in New Zealand. It was announced that the New Zealand based A-League franchises would no longer be taking part in the Australia...
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How will Auckland FC's Australia Cup exclusion impact the season?
Big news in the football world - it was announced that both New Zealand A-League franchises would no longer be playing in the Australia Cup starting in this year's...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 28, 2026
D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: NZ Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul on what the new All Blacks coaching...
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Black Caps v India series: Can the Kiwi side turn their luck around?
Fair to say the Black Caps' T20 series against India is not going well. India have won all three matches so far, clinching the five-game series. Game 4 takes place...
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NZ Herald rugby writer outlines idea for next All Blacks coach
One NZ Herald rugby writer has an idea for how to create a new golden age in All Blacks coaching. It involves Jamie Joseph, Dave Rennie and Ian Foster. Gregor Paul...
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2026 Australian Open: Action impacted by 45C heatwave
Aryna Sabalenka has scorched her way into the Australian Open semifinals. The world number one beat Iva Jovic in straight sets. The Rod Laver Arena roof remained...
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Former Rugby Australia chair weighs in on NZR selection challenges
New Zealand Rugby insists it won't have to try to lure back coaches it wants to apply for the vacant All Blacks role. The criteria for Scott Robertson's replacement...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - January 26, 2026
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: NZR's Steve Lancaster on the selection process for a new All Blacks...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Auckland FC lose points, Black Caps see defeat and we see our Super Bowl finalists
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 the Black Caps'...
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Explained: NZR interim head outlines new criteria for prospective All Blacks coaches
New Zealand Rugby is determined to nail an expedited process, as they open applications for All Blacks head coach. The criteria for Scott Robertson's replacement...
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Scott Robertson dismissal: How much influence did the All Blacks have?
Despite everything that has been coming out and the comments being made around Scott Robertson parting ways with the All Blacks, we are yet to hear from the players...
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What can fans expect ahead of Black Caps v India series?
The Black Caps' build up to next month's T20 World Cup continues later tonight when they take on India in the first match of a five-game T20 series against the number...
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Could Jamie Joseph potentially replace Razor as All Blacks coach?
After the shock news dropped last week that Scott Robertson would be leaving his role as the head coach of the All Blacks, questions were asked around who would...
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Driver Hayden Paddon talks return to World Rally Championship
It's been a long time between drinks for New Zealand rally champion Hayden Paddon, who is making his return to the World Rally Championship for the first time in...
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What impact will Robertson's dismissal have on the All Blacks?
Last Thursday, Scott Robertson left the All Blacks head coaching role only two years into his four year contract into the next World Cup. Ant Strachan is a former...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Ally Wollaston's cycling victories, Sam Ruthe setting records and the Black Foils' SailGP crash
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 Ally Wollaston's...
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'We entered that series with trepidation': Black Caps celebrating victory over India
A pioneering moment for the Black Caps at Indore. New Zealand have completed a first one-day international cricket series victory in eight attempts away against...
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Jayden Lennox talks Black Caps' ODI victory over India
Late blooming New Zealand spinner Jayden Lennox has been praised for his mental strength on debut in India. The 31-year-old played in both Black Caps victories during...
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Sir Steve Hansen on daughter Whitney Hansen being named the next Black Ferns head coach
Whitney Hansen, daughter of former All Blacks coach Sir Steve Hansen, was named as the new Black Ferns head coach. In her first year she will oversee 11 tests and...
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Black Caps hold lead in third West Indies test
A huge day for the Black Caps as they opted to bat first in the third and final cricket test match against the West Indies at the Bay Oval today. Tom Latham and...
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Technical issues impact recent Ashes series
Drama and a technical issue in the Ashes yesterday, with Alex Carey scoring a welcomed century as Australia ended the day at 326-8, but he should've been out when...
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Can Netball NZ bounce back after Jennie Wyllie's resignation?
It was announced this morning that the CEO of Netball New Zealand Jennie Wyllie had resigned from the role effective immediately. It has been a turbulent year for...
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Kiwi racing stars headline Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway opening
Earlier today, the Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway a new karting facility at Colin Dale Park was opened. The opening event drew several of New Zealand's most decorated...
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Explained: What can fans expect ahead of the final West Indies match?
The third and final test match of the summer of cricket begins tomorrow with the Black Caps taking on the West Indies. The Black Caps will be hoping to end the test...
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Could Mana Pasifika join the NRL?
The discussion around the Mana Pasifika NRL bid has picked up again after iconic New Zealand-Pacific hip hop artist King Kapisi has been reported as one of the key...
