Sports Fix

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 US Open. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss what the makeup of the All Blacks side may be like for the third test match and Liam Lawson getting another crack in the Red Bull car at the Italian Grand Prix. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Prix. And D'Arcy and Newstalk ZB Director of Sport Clay Wilson discuss the Warriors team named last night for their final round robin clash and what Australian rugby are looking to achieve with a festival of rugby on the day of the second Bledisloe Cup test match. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 and the future of the game. D'Arcy also weighs in on the debate surrounding the flyover before the second All Blacks-Springboks test, arguing the conversation should be focused on the rugby itself rather than the pre-match spectacle. Then, Ben Francis steps into the Chamber to assess the Warriors' approach to their final regular-season match against Manly. With a home qualifying final looming, should Andrew Webster rest key players or go all-in and name his strongest possible side? Catch Sports Fix every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 to the NPC season after a fifth straight defeat, this time at the hands of Counties Manukau. Catch Sports Fix every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 the Springboks. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on players from the English cricket side continuing to find themselves in alcohol related problems. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss what the make-up of the All Blacks side may be like for the second test match and the continued exodus of New Zealand netball players. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 25 August 2026, the final midweek match of the Greatest Rivalry Tour is upon us with the All Blacks taking on the Lions tomorrow morning at Ellis Park. Alama Ieremia is a former All Black who was a part of the 1996 tour of South Africa Squad, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on all the netball players signing contracts overseas. And D'Arcy and Newstalk ZB sport journalist Coby Moratti discuss what the Warriors team could entail for their clash this weekend against the Knights, and the Springboks squad named to take on the All Blacks on Sunday morning. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 24th August 2026, the All Blacks have delivered one of their most impressive wins of recent times at Ellis Park. Despite trailing at half time, and struggling against the Springboks' massive scrum, the Men in Black overcame those struggles and turned it all around in the second half to cap off a 33-16 victory and take a 1-0 series lead in their Greatest Rivalry tour. Former All Blacks prop Wyatt Crockett joined the podcast to discuss how much of a turnaround the forwards pulled off - the wrestle, the scrummaging ascendancy away from the Boks, and how much that contributed to the win. Piney isn't sure whether he needs to get his eyes checked, or if what he's seeing is true, the Warriors are atop the NRL ladder. Plus, Adam Cooper is in the Chamber discussing the what on Earth has happened to the Wellington Lions this year. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 21st August 2026, it's been a big year for Shane van Gisbergen, who's becoming a growing threat in NASCAR. He joined the podcast to discuss his journey in the United States' favourite form of motorsport. Piney is eagerly anticipating the first test between the All Blacks and the Springboks. Plus, the lads are in the chamber recapping Northland's Ranfurly Shield triumph over Canterbury. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 20 August 2026, the first test match of the Greatest Rivalry Tour is just days away - and tonight, the All Blacks 23 for the first test match against the Springboks will be named. Brodie Retallick is a former All Black, he joined D'Arcy to discuss who could feature in that team. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Andrew Webster re-signing with the Warriors through to the end of the 2032 season. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss the potential All Blacks side for the first up test match against the Springboks and Liam Lawson returning to Red Bull for the Dutch Grand Prix. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 19 August 2026, tomorrow night Northland are set to take on Canterbury for the Ranfurly Shield at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch. Rivez Reihana is the captain of Northland, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on what on earth is the deal with NRL contracts. And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald sport journalist Alex Powell discuss all things F1 ahead of the season resuming this weekend in the Netherlands. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 18 August 2026, today it was revealed that Silver Ferns captain Karin Burger had re-signed with the Sunshine Coast Lightning in Australia's Super Netball Competition. Karin joined D'Arcy to discuss the decision. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Mitch Evans finishing 3rd in the Formula E championship. And D'Arcy and NZ Herald sport journalist Ben Francis discuss all things Warriors ahead of the team being named tonight to take on the Rabbitohs. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 17th August 2026 - while it was another win for the Warriors over the weekend, the team certainly haven't come out of it unscathed. Halfback Luke Metcalf limped off the field and with Tanah Boyd out for the season, and Te Maire Martin still set for some time on the sidelines, their halfback stocks are running very low. Richie Barnett joins the podcast to discuss the best way to get through the injury struggles, and how they can keep the momentum going through to the finals. Despite all of the injuries, Piney thinks this Warriors side is capable of something really special. Plus, Clay Wilson is in the Chamber discussing the All Blacks as they prepare for their first test in their Greatest Rivalry tour. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 14th August 2026The New Zealand Darts masters return, bringing some of the Worlds best "dartists" to our shores. One of which is James "The Machine" Wade who stops in for a chat ahead of the big weekend. Piney is bullish about the direction of Netball New Zealand, under the leadership of Jennah Wooten Plus, the lads are in the chamber discussing the Warriors match against the Broncos Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 13 August 2026, this morning it was revealed that Richie Mo'unga had been recalled to the All Blacks for the Greatest Rivalry Tour in South Africa following an injury to Billy Proctor. Colin Slade is a former All Blacks first five, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the Auckland Darts Masters. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss Richie Mo'unga heading over to South Africa and the Panthers v Roosters clash in the NRL tonight. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 12 August 2026, the All Blacks have begun the Greatest Rivalry Tour with back-to-back wins as they convincingly destroyed the Sharks 54-0 in Durban this morning. Jason Ryan is an assistant coach for the All Blacks, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on post-game player ratings in the newspaper. And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald head of sport Winston Aldworth discuss the All Blacks' clash against the Sharks and the potential of private investment into a domestic netball league in New Zealand. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 11 August 2026, tomorrow morning, the All Blacks are set to take on the Sharks in the second match of the Greatest Rivalry Tour. After an error filled slugfest against the Stormers, they will want to show some better form with the first test against the Springboks looming next Sunday morning. Gregor Paul is a New Zealand Herald rugby writer currently in South Africa, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the potential 20th NRL franchise in Christchurch. And D'Arcy and NZ Herald sport journalist Ben Francis discuss the Warriors' upcoming clash against the Broncos and the Auckland Darts Masters - which is coming up this weekend. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 10th August 2026, with Billy Proctor's injury, there has been discussion about whether this is an opportunity to bring talismanic first five Richie Mo'unga back into the All Blacks squad. Todd Blackadder has coached Richie for many years, he joins the podcast to discuss whether that would be the right move, and just how high of a level the Japan league is. Piney is all aboard the Warriors hype train. Plus, Adam Cooper is in the Chamber recapping the Sals NBL Final. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 7th August 2026, Chelsea FC Women have landed in Auckland. They're preparing for their preseason fixture against an Auckland FC Women's Invitational XI. Chelea star Katie McCabe joined the podacst to share her excitement levels ahead of the match Piney is greatly looking forward to a blockbuster Ranfurly Shield fixture Plus, the lads are in the chamber discussing the Warriors match against the Panthers, and the All Blacks facing the Stormers Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.