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  • Thursday 21st August 2025: Australian rugby journalist Christy Doran on the Wallabies' second test against the Springboks

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 21st August 2025, the Wallabies are looking to break another curse, having not won in Cape Town in 22 years. Australian rugby journalist Christy Doran caught up with D'Arcy to dissect the squads ahead of the second test

    D'Arcy offers his thoughts on the importance of capitalising on the success the upcoming women's Rugby World Cup.

    And D'Arcy and Piney discuss what they expect to see when the All Blacks team is named tomorrow morning - and the latest signing by the Wellington Phoenix, Canadian international defender Manjrekar James.

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    21 min
  • Wednesday 20th August 2025: English striker Sam Cosgrove on signing with Auckland FC

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 20th August 2025, Auckland FC have announced another signing for the upcoming A-League season. This time it's an attacking threat with striker Sam Cosgrove coming over from Barnsley FC in the English League One. D'Arcy caught up with Sam to discuss his transfer.  

    D'Arcy offers his thoughts on the changing of the gender policy by the World Darts Federation.

    And D'Arcy and Newstalk ZB head of sport Clay Wilson discuss the doping scandal plaguing Venezuela's win over the Black Sox at the recent Softball World Cup, and the raft of changes Rassie Erasmus has made ahead of the Springboks second test against Australia. 

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    22 min
  • Tuesday 19th August 2025: Craig Dowd on the Blues taking two games to Mount Smart Stadium in 2026

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 19th August 2025, the Blues are looking at Mount Smart Stadium as a possible home ground for up to two games during the 2026 Super Rugby Season. Blues player Craig Dowd spoke to D'Arcy about what he thinks of this plan. 

    D'Arcy offers his thoughts on the exodus of Silver Ferns from the ANZ Championship. 

    And D'Arcy and NZ Herald journalist Alex Powell discuss the Blues possible change of home grounds and if the Auckland NPC side should follow suit.

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    20 min
  • Monday 18th August 2025: Stirling Mortlock on the win v Springboks - 'one of the best we've ever had'

    On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 18th August 2025, the Wallabies have shocked the world by overcoming a 22-0 deficit to beat the Springboks 38-22 at Ellis Park. Wallabies legend Stirling Mortlock provides his thoughts on the incredible result.

    Chris Wood is back at it with 2 goals on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season. Piney runs out of superlatives to describe one of New Zealand's greatest ever footballers

    Plus, Elijah Fa'afiu joins the peoples chamber to recap the All Blacks win over Los Pumas, and can the Warriors stay in the top 4?

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    21 min
  • Thursday 14th August 2025: Darts icon Luke Humphries ahead of NZ Darts Masters

    On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 14th August 2025, the New Zealand Darts Masters return for 2025 and one of the biggest names coming to these shores is former world champion Luke Humphries. He joins D'Arcy in studio ahead of the big event.

    D'Arcy offers his thoughts on the future of the America's Cup.

    And D'Arcy and Piney discuss what we can expect when the All Blacks team is named to face Argentina.

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    20 min
  • Wednesday 13th August 2025: Chryss Viliko previews the Black Ferns tournament

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Wednesday August 13, the Black Ferns left Aotearoa today and they're off to Britain to defend their World Cup, or win it all over again, depending on your attitude. Chryss Viliko (named for her birthday – December 25) joins D’Arcy to preview the tournament and explain the joys of international flying, if you fit the criteria. 

    D’Arcy wants to know if the most venerable residence in the USA really deserves a UFC brawl on the lawn on Independence Day. Trump and White have a cunning plan. 

    The Chamber welcomes NZ Herald journalist Alex Powell. Will yesterday’s Kelly Jackson Silver Ferns eligibility rubber stamp trigger a mass exodus from the ANZ Championship? Why sign Te Maire Martin for just one more year? 

    A big thanks to GJ Gardner Homes - New Zealand's most trusted home builder.

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    18 min
  • Tuesday 12th August 2025: What will Netball NZ's new eligibility rules mean for the Ferns?

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for Tuesday August 12, first Grace Nweke, now Kelly Jackson. Netball NZ’s eligibility laws are opening the doors for Ferns to play in Australia. Kelly joins D’Arcy to spitball around her decision.  

    D’Arcy pays tribute to the wonderful Peter Lester. A colossus of sailing and an all round great New Zealander.  

    The Chamber welcomes NZ Herald journalist Chris Reive, fresh from his time at the America’s Cup protocol release. There is no time for anything else.  

    A big thanks to GJ Gardner Homes – New Zealand's most trusted home builder. 

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    19 min
  • Monday 11th August 2025: Super Rugby Pacific announces 'Super Round' to be held in 2026 in Christchurch

    On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 11 August 2025, Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley joins the podcast to share his excitement in announcing the competition's Super Round which will take place at Christchurch's new Te Kaha stadium on ANZAC weekend 2026.

    Newstalk ZB sport journalist Elijah Fa'afiu joins to discuss the Warriors third straight loss which sees the team lose their top four spot on the NRL table. Plus, Hayden Wilde's incredible return to racing from being hit by a truck, to winning his comeback event, the T100 in London.

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    21 min
  • 8th August 2025: Steve Price looks ahead to key Warriors clash

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine. Friday August 8 2025 

    3 versus 4. The finals in sight. Both teams coming off a loss. Who is in the box seat? Former Warrior and Bulldog Steve Price joins D’Arcy to look at what maybe a season defining clash for both teams.  

    Piney broaches the Richie Mo’unga situation, now that he has been welcomed back into All Black arms again. Eventually.  

    D’Arcy and Jason cross swords in the Chamber, discussing the Black Caps’ repeat dose against Zimbabwe in the second test and they have a crack at NPC picks for the weekend. Well Piney makes D’Arcy do it.  

    A big thanks to GJ Gardner Homes – New Zealand's most trusted home builder. 

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    21 min
  • 7th August 2025: Richie Mo'unga returns to NZ Rugby in 2026

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 7 August 2025, New Zealand Rugby CEO Mark Robinson joins the podcast to discuss inking a deal with Richie Mo'unga to return to NZ Rugby, scheduled for the start of NPC in 2026. 

    D'Arcy and Piney then discuss what this means for the All Blacks number 10 jersey as we advance to the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Plus, the second test between the Blackcaps and Zimbabwe gets underway with some fresh faces in the team, due to both unavailability and injury.

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    18 min

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