Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

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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September 15, 2025 5 mins

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 Pumas bouncing back over the Australians, the Broncos winning an all-time NRL finals match and the Springboks dominating in Wellington. 

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Over the weekend the All Blacks suffered a record defeat, going down 43-10 to the Springboks in Wellington while conceding 36 unanswered second half points.

Questions are being asked around the leadership of the side - including of captain Scott Barrett around what his role should be. 

Piney spoke with former All Black captain Reuben Thorne to hear his thoughts on captaining the All Blacks.  

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The Silver Ferns coach saga continues, with little to no information being available around what led to Dame Noeline Taurua being stood down from the national side ahead of the Taini Jamison Trophy kicking off next weekend. 

There is a thought that it stemmed from the 'old school' coaching of Noeline Taurua and that power has shifted and now sits with the athletes.

D'Arcy caught up with legendary All Blacks sevens and 'old sch...

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The All Blacks have named their 23 to take on the Springboks in the second test in Wellington on Saturday night. 

There have been six changes to the starting 15, however the biggest talking point is the new look back three. Will Jordan has been shifted from fullback to the right wing, making way for Damian Mckenzie to start at fullback. On the left wing Chiefs, Bay of Plenty and former sevens star Leroy Carter is making his de...

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Earlier today, the White Ferns named their 15 strong squad that will head over to India and Sri Lanka for the upcoming Women's ODI Cricket World Cup.

Amongst the group was veteran fast bowler Lea Tahuhu who has been selected for her fourth tournament. 

D'Arcy caught up with Lea when the team was named to hear all about it. 

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There's been another shock announcement in the world of netball, with Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua being stood down for the upcoming Taini Jamison trophy series that kicks off next weekend against the South African Proteas. 

D'Arcy spoke with Former Silver Fern player and coach Yvonne Willering to discuss the news.

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The All Blacks defended their fortress on Saturday night, defeating the Springboks 24-17 at Eden Park in a strong performance.

D'Arcy caught up with former All Blacks coach John Hart to break down what went well and what didn't go so well in the first test, as well as look ahead to game two.

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Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include:

Warriors CEO Cameron George on the NRL scheduling controversy.

All Whites midfielder Ryan Thomas on his return to the team.

Piney's power rankings!

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Highly rated midfielder Ryan Thomas is back in the All Whites after an absence of almost six years.

The 30-year-old has battled a series of long-term injuries, turning his club career in Europe into a stop-start affair after making a big impact when he first arrived in Holland more than a decade ago.

He joined Piney to discuss further.

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Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between.

This week, he tore apart the 'Phillies Karen' incident and the NRL kickoff timing, and more.

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Warriors boss Cameron George's calling the scheduling for their week one finals match a missed opportunity from the NRL.

He's confirmed they asked officials for their home clash against the Panthers to be kept away from the Saturday night timeslot - to avoid a clash with the All Blacks test against South Africa.

Cameron George joined Piney to discuss further.

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The All Blacks are set to face off against the Springboks at Eden Park this coming weekend, and the South African side have outlined their squad.

Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff was a part of the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cup winning sides and had his fair share of matchups with the All Blacks playing them 15 times, the most of any nation during his international career. 

He joined D'Arcy to give his take ahead of the big game.

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The All Blacks and the Springboks are set to face off this weekend at Eden Park, and excitement is getting stronger.

Coach Scott Robertson unveiled his squad selections earlier today - and the Springboks outlined their team picks.

Newstalk ZB rugby editor Elliott Smith joined D'Arcy to discuss further.

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The 2026 edition of the Black Clash was officially annouced today, taking place on the 17th of January 2026 at the Bay Oval in Tauranga.

Pairing with this announcement was the naming of the Team Rugby wildcard for the event, former Australian international cricketer Mike 'Mr Cricket' Hussey. 

D'Arcy caught up with Mr Cricket ahead of the announcement to discuss what excites him about the Black Clash.

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Tomorrow a big announcement beckons, as the All Blacks squad to take on the Springboks will be named and those 23 men will be tasked with defending the ultimate record at Eden Park.

D'Arcy spoke with James Parsons, ex-All Black and Blues captain and current Sky Sport broadcaster to break down the match up and talk possible selections ahead of the big game.

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We are getting towards the business end of the 145th edition of the US Open, with the singles round of 16 match ups happening earlier today. 

As the finals start to heat up, D'Arcy caught up with tennis correspondent Craig Gabriel to get the rundown of what's been happening and who's looking good as the tournament draws to a close.

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This weekend, the All Blacks are set to face off against one of their greatest rivals.

The Kiwi side are taking on South Africa at Eden Park on Saturday night, putting their 31 year and 50 match unbeaten streak on the line. 

To kick off the week of rugby D'Arcy spoke to 2011 Rugby World Cup winning coach Sir Graham Henry to get his thoughts on the importance of the Eden Park record and the effect it has on the players and coac...

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Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include:

Southland Stags assistant coach Scott Eade on the team winning the Ranfurly Shield.

NZ Herald Rugby Writer Liam Napier on the injury crisis impacting the All Blacks.

Wellington Phoenix CEO David Dome on the team's omission from the inaugural OFC Professional League.

Piney's Power Rankings!

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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's loss to Heidelberg United, the Canberra Raiders winning big and Portia Woodman-Wickliffe making sports history.

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The Wellington Phoenix say they are considering a judicial review after the club was denied a place in the new Oceania Professional League.

The venture, which is being backed by millions of dollars from FIFA, is set to kickoff in January and run until May, with Auckland FC and Christchurch United filling the two available spots.

Wellington Phoenix CEO David Dome joined Piney to discuss.

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