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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Wednesday 15 May 2024, re-signed Warriors Hooker Wayde Egan explains how happy he is at the club, and how he couldn’t see himself playing against the Warriors.

Plus, Newstalk ZB's Sports News Director Clay Wilson joins the panel to discuss if the Warriors bandwagon is derailing, is the hype for the Tyson vs Paul fight worth it? And Manchester City's potential 4-year dynasty.

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Scott Barrett’s existing relationship with coach Scott Robertson could be the decisive factor in determining who will be named as the next All Blacks captain, says former skipper Kieran Read.

It follows Sam Cane’s announcement he will not lead the side this year, before walking away from the All Blacks at the end of 2024 to take up a three-year contract in Japan with Suntory Sungoliath.

That call, though, effectively leaves a two...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for Monday 13 May 2024, former All Blacks coach Ian Foster discusses Sam Cane's contribution to the black jersey. He explains that Cane had a great ability to work with others and not be threatened by them, a true collaborative leadership style.

Plus, sports journalist Elijah Fa'afiu joins the panel to discuss the success of Saturday afternoon Super Rugby after fans turn out in droves for the Blues vs...

Sports Fix: Friday 10 May 

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and Elliott Smith for 10th May 2024, Mike Anthony responds to World Rugby's law changes. 

The 'Dupont law' is gone, as is scrums from free kicks as World Rugby makes fan centric law amendments, Head of high performance at NZR Mike Anthony discusses what the law changes means for the game.

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On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for Thursday 9th May 2024, former All Black Pita Alatini talks about whether NZR's call to Richie Mo'unga is due to a lack of faith in current playing stocks. Pita believes New Zealand Rugby should have signed Richie Mo'unga before chasing Beauden Barrett's return. 

Plus, Newstalk ZB sports journalist Nick Bewley joins the panel to discuss the whereabouts of Shaun Johnson at Warriors t...

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for Wednesday 8 May 2024, All Black legend Jeff Wilson discusses how Super Rugby Pacific is producing entertaining rugby. He explains there is something riding on every game, no matter where the teams are positioned on the table.

Plus, sports journalist Bonnie Jansen joins the panel to discuss the Warriors' woes and if it's time to get off the bandwagon - and the dramatic funding cuts coming to the...

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for Tuesday 7th April 2024, NZ Cricket Players Association CEO Heath Mills discusses the reports of possible terror threats heading into the upcoming T20 World Cup and whether this is the 'new normal'.

Plus, Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson joins the panel to discuss the issue of Black Ferns players switching allegiances to the Warriors.

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On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 6th May 2024, Giancarlo Italiano discusses the Wellington Phoenix's upcoming semi-final against Melbourne Victory.

The Wellington Phoenix are in the A-League Semi-finals after their best ever regular season. Head Coach Giancarlo Italiano joins the podcast to discuss their opponents and how the 'Nix will deal with the pressure.

Plus, Newstalk ZB's Elijah Fa'afiu joins the Panel to discuss the cont...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 3 May 2024, Moana Pasifika patron Sir Bryan 'Beegee' Williams discusses the importance of Super Rugby coming to Tonga ahead of the Moana Pasifika v Highlanders match.

Moana Pasifika are finally taking a home game to Tonga, Sir Bryan Williams discusses why it's so important for Tongan rugby, the...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Wednesday 2 May 2024, Wellington Phoenix striker David Ball explains the teams success in the 2024 season ahead of the A-League finals.

He shares the magic that coach Giancarlo 'Chiefy' Italiano has brought to the side.

Plus, Newstalk ZB's 'Weekend Sport' host Jason Pine joins the panel to discuss David Havili starting at first-five eighth for the Crusaders, NZR's upcoming Special General ...

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Wednesday 1st May 2024, Olympian Lewis Clareburt talks about the issues surrounding drug cheats heading into the Paris Olympics - are they ruining New Zealanders' chances of medals?

Plus, Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist Clay Wilson joins the panel to discuss the Wellington Phoenix's slim chances of lifting the Premiers Plate.

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Tuesday 30th April 2024, Warriors Captain Tohu Harris talks about the teams' current struggles and whether or not calls to ban 'the long kickoff' in league are warranted?

Plus, Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist Nick Bewley joins the panel to discuss reports of Qatar's billion-dollar offer to host rugby's Nations Championship finals.

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On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 29th April 2024, an experienced Blackcaps team has been named for the T20 World Cup, including Tim Southee who is off to his 7th edition.

We now know who are going to represent the Blackcaps in the West Indies and USA, Tim Southee joins Piney to discuss how they plan on becoming T20 World Champions for the first time.

Plus, Clay Wilson joins the Panel to discuss Hamish Kerrs continued rise - and ...

The Warriors are in a funk, having failed to win any of their last three matches. Wairangi Koopu tries to find out why they're struggling so much 

Plus, the Panel to discusses how the Rebels are 4-dollar underdogs against the last placed Crusaders 

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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Tuesday 23rd April 2024, Crusaders Head Coach Rob Penny talks about their disastrous loss to the Western Force over the weekend, how his coaching future looks with the club and can they still win the title from last place? 

Plus Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson joins the panel to discuss whether or not Shaun Jo...

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 22nd April 2024, Colin Mansbridge discussing whether the Crusaders can turn their season around.

The Crusaders season hit another level of rock bottom, losing to the Western Force in the battle of the wooden spoon, CEO Colin Mansbridge joins Piney to discuss how they can rebuild.

Plus, Nick Bewley joins the Panel to discuss the success of Supercars Taupo and Jack Hetherington's brain explosion.

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The New Zealand track and field team have been announced for the Olympics, the 15 strong contingent has a plethora of medal potential, including Sam Tanner who chats to D'Arcy about his journey to Paris.

Plus, the Panel discusses a huge night of sport including the Warriors who are clicking on all cylinders on and off the field.

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On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith and Jason Pine for Thursday 18th April 2024, NZ Cricket Communications Manager Richard Boock talks the struggle to secure television rights for the Blackcaps tour of Pakistan. So where can people watch it? 

Plus, Elliott and Piney discuss Ian Foster not ruling out coaching for another international and his response to coaching against the All Blacks. 

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