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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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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - February 3, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: American Football New Zealand's Russell McConnochie on the NFL bringing...
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NBA superstars Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis swap teams in blockbuster trade
The basketball world is in shock after what's being described as one of the most stunning player trades in NBA history. The Dallas Mavericks have sent Luka Doncic...
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NFL set to debut games in Australia for 2026 season
The Melbourne Cricket Ground will host up to three NFL regular season games from October next year, starting with the Los Angeles Rams against the Philadelphia Eagles. American...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 31, 2025
D’Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap today's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: Debbie Sorensen - Moana Pasifika CEO Dan Hooker - UFC Lightweight fighter LISTEN...
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Dan Hooker: On expecting to be hospitalised after his fight with Justin Gaethje
UFC Lightweight fight Dan 'The Hangman' Hooker joined D'Arcy to preview his upcoming fight against Justin Gaethje. LISTEN ABOVE
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Debbie Sorensen: On Moana Pasifika winning Super Rugby within five years
Interim Moana Pasifika boss Debbie Sorensen claims their highest profile Super Rugby recruit has set the tone for the campaign ahead. Sorenson explains All Black...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 30, 2025
D’Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap today's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: Steve Price - Former Warriors Captain Phil Waugh - CEO of Rugby Australia LISTEN...
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Steve Price: On backing James Fisher-Harris to be the new Warriors Captain
Setting the standards will be crucial for the next Warriors captain, according to a former skipper of the NRL club. The Warriors are after a new captain following...
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Phil Waugh: Rugby Australia CEO on Sydney hosting the RWC Final in 2027
Australia's host cities for the expanded 24-team Rugby World Cup in 2027 have been announced. Sydney's Olympic Stadium will host the final AND the two semi-finals,...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 29, 2025
D’Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap today's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: Colin Smith - Sports television rights expert - NRL bosses will put their...
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Colin Smith: Is the NRL headed to Netflix or DAZN streaming platforms?
NRL bosses will put their Australian broadcast rights up for grabs this year in a move that could spark interest from foreign streaming services. Colin Smith is...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 28, 2025
D’Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap today's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: Sir Gordon Tietjens - Former All Blacks Sevens Coach - On their shock loss...
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Melie Kerr: On bring named ICC women's cricketer of the year
Melie Kerr is touting the resilience of the White Ferns after becoming the first New Zealander to be named the ICC's cricketer of the year. The allrounder has also...
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Sir Gordon Tietjens: On the All Blacks Sevens shock loss to Uruguay
The All Blacks Sevens' most successful coach is pointing to the disestablishment of domestic tournaments after the shock loss to Uruguay at the Perth World Series...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - January 27 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Tennis commentator Seb Lavie recapping the Australian Open. Interim...
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Football Ferns 'determined' ahead of two-game series against Costa Rica
The Football Ferns are set to make their grand return to the field for the 2025 season. They're gearing up to play a two-game series against Costa Rica next month. Interim...
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'Leading the pack': Expert explains what Australian Open win could mean for Jannik Sinner
Grand slam title number three for Jannik Sinner, with his repeat success at the Australian tennis Open. He's won in straight sets over Alexander Zverev. Tennis commentator...
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Dave Worsley: On Novak Djokovic retiring from the Australian Open Semi-Final
A shock withdrawal at the Australian Open for ten-time champion Novak Djokovic. The Serb great sensationally withdrew after losing a marathon first set of his semifinal...
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Matt Walsh "He'd be the highest paid player in Breakers history" - on re-signing Parker Jackson-Cartwright
Breakers owner Matt Walsh is prioritising re-signing guard Parker Jackson-Cartwright in the NBL offseason. The playmaker opted to return to Auckland this season...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 23, 2025
D’Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap today's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: Chris Cairns - Former Blackcap on wanting Super Smash sides in the Australian...
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Terry McFlynn: On Auckland FC's incredible draw against Adelaide United
Auckland FC have rescued a point in the 10th minute of added time for a 2-all away A-League draw against leaders Adelaide United. Auckland sub Logan Rogerson headed...
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Chris Cairns: "I find it astounding that they're aren't NZ teams in the Big Bash"
Black Caps great Chris Cairns says he would love for two New Zealand franchises to enter Australia's Big Bash League The 54-year-old believes the move would raise...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 22, 2025
D’Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap today's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: Colin Mansbridge - Crusaders CEO - On Richie Mo'unga not returning to the...
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Erin Routliffe: On aiming for an Australian Open 'double double'
Kiwi tennis doubles specialist Erin Routliffe is confident she's at peak fitness for this evening's mixed doubles semi-final at the Australian Open, despite a demanding...
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Colin Mansbridge: On Richie Mo'unga ruling out a return to the All Blacks
An early return to New Zealand is highly unlikely for 56-test All Blacks first-five Richie Mo'unga. The 30-year-old's agent Cam McIntyre has confirmed his Japanese...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - January 21, 2025
D’Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap today's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: David Mustard - Former New Zealand Professional Tennis player Talkback Robbie...
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Robbie Koenig: Australian Open Lead Commentator on Djokovic v Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic has set up a Australian Open quarter-final showdown with Carlos Alcaraz but also has the host broadcaster in his sights, demanding an apology. It...
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David Mustard: On why Novak Djokovic continues to polarise fans around the world
TV presenter Tony Jones has issued an apology to Novak Djokovic after mocking him and Serbian fans at the Australian Open. It resulted in Djokovic boycotting an...
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Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - January 20, 2025
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Dean Lonergan - Promoter explains why SailGP Auckland needs to continue. Talkback...
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SailGP: Experts calling for Auckland events to continue
Discussions have begun about future events after SailGP brought Kiwi fans to Auckland's waterfront in droves. Over 25,000 spectators turned up for yesterday and...
