Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave
by Newstalk ZB
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 weeknights 7pm-8pm on Newstalk ZB.
Episodes
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Rob Walter: Black Caps head coach ahead of the team's fourth ODI against India
The Black Caps have struggled in the opening matches of the 5-game ODI series against India currently down 2-0 with the third match being rained out in Hamilton. They are back in action tomorrow afternoon in the fourth ODI where a win is needed to avoid losing their first home ODI series since...
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Pita Alatini: former All Black outlines predictions for squad to take on Wales
The All Blacks put on a strong performance last weekend in the opening match of their Northern Tour against Scotland and won the game 43-21. They are back in action this Sunday morning when they take on Wales, and there's growing speculation Dave Rennie could be looking to make some changes ahead...
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Logan Rogerson: All White ahead of the team's upcoming matches against India
The All Whites are back in action tomorrow night in the first of two matches against India. The upcoming clash at Go Media Stadium marks the team's first one back at home since March earlier this year. Logan Rogerson is a forward for the All Whites, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Simon Mannering: former Kiwis player ahead of the team's weekend clash against the Kangaroos
Last night, the Kiwis side was named that's set to take on the Kangaroos in the Rugby League World Cup final on Sunday night. Can this be the Kiwis team to finally taste World Cup glory for the first time since 2008? Simon Mannering is a former Kiwis captain who played in that World Cup-winning...
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Dillon Boucher: Breakers President of Basketball Operations on Parker Jackson-Cartwright being ruled out of the season
The Breakers have been dealt another major blow in this year's ANBL season. In the midst of a five game losing streak, it was revealed today that star point guard and captain Parker Jackson-Cartwright has suffered a season-ending tibia stress fracture injury. Dillon Boucher is the President of...
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Robert Craddock: Australian cricket journalist on the new revelations into sandpaper-gate
Recently, former Australian batsman Usman Khawaja dropped a bombshell relating to the 2018 sandpaper-gate scandal - where Cameron Bancroft was caught roughing one side of the ball with sandpaper. Khawaja claimed that everyone knew that this was going on and insisted everyone should have taken...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Lawson scores more points and All Blacks finish strong
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 All Blacks' victory against Scotland, Liam Lawson's performance at the Brazilian Grand Prix and more. LISTEN ABOVE
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Matt Smith: TAB bookie ahead of Addington’s New Zealand Trotting Cup
Thousands are expected to descend on Addington Raceway tomorrow for the annual New Zealand Trotting Cup Day. Despite the adverse weather conditions predicted for the event, racing fans will be looking forward to another action packed day. TAB bookie Matt Smith joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Steve Gurney: mental skills coach on the All Blacks' performance after the death of Logan Cadwallader
The All Blacks held strong and defeated Scotland at Murrayfield 43-21, despite the loss of Logan Cadwallader. The team’s head of security died suddenly in the team hotel in Edinburgh on Sunday morning. Mental skills coach Steve Gurney joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE
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Clark Laidlaw: Hurricanes head coach on the All Blacks' upcoming test match against Scotland
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie is unlikely to stray too far from expectations when he names his side overnight for the test against Scotland. The Kiwi side will be named tomorrow morning, and anticipation is growing. Hurricanes head coach Clark Laidlaw joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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John Bracewell: former Black Cap on how the Kiwi side can improve ahead of Saturday's match
The Black Caps struggled with both bat and ball in the opening game of their five-match ODI series against India at Eden Park as the visitors ran out five wicket victors in the rain-soaked match. New Zealand really struggled with the bat as they were bundled out for 185, and with Virat Kohli in…
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Michael Lamonato: FIA-accredited journalist weighs in on Liam Lawson's future
Liam Lawson turned his luck around and achieved a career-best performance in the Mexican Grand Prix, and it's sparked speculation about his future. Despite this, discussions around him retaining his Racing Bulls seat continue to ramp up, leaving experts scratching their heads. FIA-accredited...
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Henry Nicholls: Black Caps batsman ahead of the team's upcoming clash against India at Eden Park
The first series of India's tour of New Zealand wrapped up on Sunday night with the Black Caps winning the final match but losing the series 3-2. The tour continues tomorrow with the first of 5 ODI matches - with the opener being played at Eden Park. Henry Nicholls is a batsman for the Black…
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Clinton Toopi: former Kiwi on the team's upcoming Rugby League World Cup clash against Tonga
The Kiwis successfully defeated Fiji 78-0 and advanced to the Rugby World Cup semi-finals last weekend, but the team's looking ahead to their next challenge. On Saturday night, they are set to take on Tonga in the first semi-final as they look to book their spot in the grand final for the first...
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Piney's Power Rankings: Lawson makes a comeback and the Black Caps bounce back
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 Liam Lawson's weekend in Mexico, the Black Caps bouncing back in their T20 series against India and more. LISTEN ABOVE
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Thad Taylor: TAB bookie previews 2026 Melbourne Cup
Another Melbourne Cup is soon to be upon us. Ahead of the 2026 race getting underway on Tuesday, experts are outlining their predictions and their top picks to win. TAB expert Thad Taylor joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Jennah Wootten: Netball NZ CEO on why the organisation moved to stop working with Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray for domestic netball competition
Netball New Zealand believe the long-term interests of the sport have been protected by pulling the plug on the domestic league advocated by Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams. The proponents of a new privatised competition were blindsided by the NNZ Board's decision to end negotiations. CEO Jennah...
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Parris Mason: Silver Ferns defender ahead of the team's next Constellation Cup match in Melbourne
The Silver Ferns wrapped up the Constellation Cup with a game to play on Sunday night when they defeated Australia in Sydney 52-49. The final match tonight in Melbourne still has high stakes, because if the Ferns sweep the series 4-0, they will climb to the top of the netball world rankings for…
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Warrick Dent: Hnry Stadium CEO on how to attract more sports fans to Wellington
The Black Caps ultimately fell short in their third T20 match against India - but there's an extra detail that's raising concerns. The rows and rows of empty seats at Wellington's Hnry Stadium caught the attention of sports fans, and it's an image that's becoming more and more common in the...
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Rachin Ravindra: Black Cap recaps state of Black Caps v India test series
The Black Caps ultimately fell short in the second T20I against India as they chased down their total of 180 with 1 ball to spare - losing 2-nil. Tonight is the third match at Hnry Stadium in Wellington where the home side need a win to keep the series alive. Black Cap Rachin Ravindra is out of...
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Jamie Hannah: All Blacks lock on making the squad for upcoming Northern Tour
Earlier today, the All Blacks squad for the upcoming Northern Tour was named, and there's some memorable changes in the mix. The Kiwi side will face off against England, Wales and Scotland as a part of the new Nations Championship competition. Fresh off the back of his NPC-winning performance for...
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Ryan Wood: Kiwi Supercars driver ahead of the upcoming Gold Coast 500
The Supercars series rolls around again this weekend on the Gold Coast - and there's plenty at stake ahead of the Grand Final in Adelaide. Ryan Wood had it tough in his last outing at Bathurst with a crash meaning he finished the race in 24th, but currently sitting 9th on the ladder there is…
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Chris Cairns: former Black Cap ahead of the team's upcoming series against India
Tonight, the Black Caps kick off their tour against India, with the first match being played at a sold-out Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Chris Cairns is a former Black Caps all rounder, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Nensi Patel: White Ferns Bowler comments on difficult game as Australia win test series
The White Ferns struggled last night in their second of three T20's against Australia as they lost by 40 runs meaning the Aussies keep the Rose Bowl for a 27th consecutive year. However, they get one final chance for redemption tomorrow night in the third and final game of the series. Nensi Patel...
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Tim Seifert: Black Caps Batsman discusses upcoming series against India
We are just over 24 hours away from the Summer of Cricket kicking off for the Black Caps and a massive tour is on the horizon India is in town for 5 T20's, 5 ODI's and 2 test matches over the next month and a half or so giving us plenty of cricketing action to get stuck into. It all kicks off…
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Kate Heffernan: Silver Ferns defender ahead of the team's second Constellation Cup match
The Silver Ferns held strong and beat the Australian Diamonds 56-50 in the opening match of the Constellation Cup - and they're hoping to keep up the momentum. Kate Heffernan is a defender for the Ferns, she joined Nick ahead of tomorrow's match. LISTEN ABOVE
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Karena Finnie: ChristchurchNZ Head of Major Events on the week of high-profile sporting events
It's a sporting frenzy down in Christchurch, with major events littered across the week, between the Silver Ferns to the Black Caps, to the Kiwis and more - there's something for everyone. It begs the question, is Christchurch beginning to become New Zealand's sporting capital? Karena Finnie is…
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Bree Illing: White Ferns bowler on the team losing to Australia in series opener
An unbeaten 127-run third-wicket partnership from New Zealand women's cricketers Georgia Plimmer and Maddy Green has failed to thwart Australia in their opening T20 in Sydney. The White Ferns posted 162 for two, and the hosts reached the target with two wickets and seven balls to spare. White…
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Christy Doran: Australian rugby writer on the All Blacks defeating the Wallabies in Sydney
It's been a big weekend for the All Blacks, as they managed to hold on to their winning streak. The squad are dispersing today after two big wins over the Wallabies - with their end-of-year Nations Championship campaign starting in three weeks. Australian rugby writer Christy Doran joined D'Arcy…
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Nathan Fien: former Kiwi on the start of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup
The 2026 Rugby League World Cup will get underway this evening, with the Kiwis facing the Kangaroos in Sydney. The event will feature the world’s leading teams across a month-long tournament, with matches taking place in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Former Kiwi Nathan Fien joined...
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Reuben Thorne: former All Black unpacks squad picks for second Bledisloe Cup test match
This afternoon, the All Blacks squad was named for their second Bledisloe Cup test match against the Wallabies in Sydney. The starting squad is largely unchanged aside with only 3 changes - but there are a further 5 on the bench with the notable inclusions being Timoci Tavatavanawai and…
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Kouat Noi: Breakers forward on the team's clash against the Sydney Kings
The Breakers were once again unable to get one over their rivals from Perth as they fell 100-84 to the Wildcats on Saturday night. They are back in action tomorrow night when they take on the Sydney Kings in Canberra. Kouat Noi is a forward for the Breakers, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Joseph Tapine: Kiwis lock on the team's opening clash in the Rugby League World Cup against Australia
The first Kiwis squad of their Rugby League World Cup campaign was named for their opening clash on Thursday night against the Kangaroos. Joseph Tapine is a lock for the Kiwis and was named in the side, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Fabian Coulthard: Supercars driver ahead of Bathurst race
The Great Race is due to take place this weekend - and excitement is building on both sides of the Tasman for the Bathurst 1000 at Mount Panorama. Fabian Coulthard is a co driver with Chaz Mostert, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Brad Weber: former All Black on the side named today to take on the Wallabies
Today, the All Blacks squad was named for the first Bledisloe Cup test on Saturday night against the Wallabies at Eden Park and there are several inclusions that have raised some eyebrows. Richie Mo'unga suffered a calf injury at training and wont be taking part in the test match - and his spot…
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Ryan Wood: Kiwi Supercars driver speaks ahead of Bathurst race
This weekend, Kiwi fans will get the chance to see the 2026 edition of the Bathurst 1000 in the Supercars series. Ryan Wood will be flying the New Zealand flag at Bathurst, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Mark Greatbatch: New Zealand Cricket President on NZ Cricket confirming why they chose a privatised NZ20 competition
New Zealand Cricket recently came out and broke their silence on the Deloitte report. They also revealed why they decided to go down the route of the privatised NZ20 competition as opposed to having a New Zealand side join the Australian Big Bash competition. Mark Greatbatch is the President of…
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Andrea Nelson: NZ Rugby League CEO on the unveiling of the Kiwis squad ahead of World Cup
The Kiwis squad was recently named for their upcoming Rugby League World Cup campaign, which begins next Thursday night against Australia. The 23-man squad contains plenty of new faces, including Newcastle NRL duo Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai and Warriors forwards Jacob Laban and Tanner...
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Alex Powell: NZ Herald sports journo recaps the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia
Liam Lawson continues to build his case to stay in Formula One beyond the 2026 season. A seventh-place finish at a chaotic and weather-affected race in Malaysia has moved him 24 points clear in the battle for ninth - and best outside the top four teams - in the championship. Lawson notably made...
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Navajo Stirling: Kiwi UFC fighter speaks ahead of Jiří Procházka bout at UFC Qatar in November
The UFC recently revealed the bout list for an upcoming fight night in Qatar, with a Kiwi star 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...
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Jeff McTainsh: Sky rugby commentator on the All Blacks reportedly playing two tests against the Springboks in 2027
Earlier today, All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie let some information slip regarding preparations for the World Cup next year in his interview with Mike Hosking. The All Blacks are set to take on the Springboks twice this coming July in preparation for a potential Rugby World Cup showdown in…
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David Higgins: Duco Events founder on the rise in athletes competing at older ages
The Aston Martin Formula 1 team recently announced that 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. More athletes are continuing to compete at older...
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Ben Waine: All Whites forward ahead of Panama clash
The All Whites have had a solid start to their international window picking up a draw against Palestine and a 3-0 drubbing of China on Monday. Tonight, however they face a much sterner test when they take on Panama in Yokohama, Japan in the semi-final of the Kirin Cup. Ben Waine has scored twice…
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Dejan Vasiljevic: Breakers guard ahead of the team's clash against the Cairns Taipans
The Breakers had second half woes again on Saturday night as they fell to the Perth Wildcats 97-93 despite leading at half time, falling to a 1-2 record. They finally return home tomorrow night to take on the Cairns Taipans and are looking to get back to winning ways. Dejan 'DJ' Vasiljevic is a...
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Richie Mo'unga: All Black on being called up for Bledisloe Cup squad
The 34-man squad was named for the two upcoming Bledisloe Cup tests between the All Blacks and the Wallabies - with the first test match taking place next Saturday night at Eden Park. There were a couple of intriguing inclusions including the return of Shannon Frizell, but a major injury blow was...
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Mat Coch: Planet F1 editor speaks ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix
The Formula 1 season continues tonight at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with the first free practice session kicking off at 8.30pm. There are plenty of talking points, including Liam Lawson's return to his own Racing Bulls car. Planet F1 editor Mat Coch joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
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Jamie Hannah: All Black on his return to NPC rugby
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 a part of the tour squad over in South Africa and returns to the NPC this weekend for Canterbury for their match against...
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Lockie Ferguson: Black Caps fast bowler on the team's upcoming T20 series against India
Summer is around the corner, which means more cricket - and the Black Caps are hoping to start off strong in their upcoming series. India will be are travelling to New Zealand to play 5 T20's, 5 ODI's and 2 test matches - and the squad for the T20 series was just named today. Black Caps fast…
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Gregor Paul: NZ Herald rugby writer on NZ Rugby's upcoming summit about the future of rugby
New Zealand Rugby are at a crossroads around what to do with their professional rugby competitions in New Zealand. They are projected to lose $66 million over the next five years and are meeting at a summit tomorrow with provincial unions, Super Rugby clubs and the Rugby Players Association to...
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Matt Lacey: Breakers assistant coach on the team's victory over the Hawks last weekend
The Breakers got their NBL season off to a strong start last weekend when they took down the Hawks 95-81 at Spark Arena. They are back in action tonight when they take on the Bullets in Brisbane. Matt Lacey is an assistant coach of the Breakers and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE
About this show
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 weeknights 7pm-8pm on Newstalk ZB.
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