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  • Monday 22 June 2026: 'There's always robust conversations... I think we've got a strong squad' - All Blacks assistant coach explains the thinking behind the first squad of the year

    On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 22nd June 2026, the All Blacks have announced their first squad for 2026. Dave Rennie's team features 4 debutants and Ardie Savea as captain. Assistant coach Jase Ryan joins the podcast to discuss the selections.

    Piney rues some missed opportunities and questionable officiating in the All Whites 3-1 defeat to Egypt.

    Plus, Dean McLachlan debuts in the Chamber. He goes further into the All Whites' loss.

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    20 min
  • Friday 18 June 2026: Damon Hill: "He's done a sterling job" - F1 Champion discusses Liam Lawson's improvement

    On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 19th June 2026, Liam Lawson's improvement on the F1 circuit hasn't gone unnoticed, 1996 F1 World Champion Damon Hill joins the podcast to discuss the current season and what he's seen from Liam Lawson.

    Elliott offers his thoughts on the Super Rugby Grand Final

    And Clay Wilson joins Elliott in the chamber discussing Steve Corica's departure from Auckland FC

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    18 min
  • Thursday 18 June 2026: New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox on competing at the US Open

    On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith and Jason Pine for 18 June 2026, Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox is set to compete at the 3rd major golf tournament of the season this weekend - the US Open at Shinnecock Hills in Long Island New York. Ryan joined Elliott to discuss.

    Piney shares his thoughts on the first week of the FIFA World Cup.

    And Elliott and Piney discuss the first day's action of the Black Caps' second test against England and England's first showing at the FIFA World Cup this morning.

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    19 min
  • Wednesday 17 June 2026: Silver Ferns Head Coach Dame Noeline Taurua on the squad named for the Commonwealth Games

    On Sports Fix with Nick Bewley for 17 June 2026, today the Silver Ferns named their 12-strong squad of players who will represent New Zealand at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Dame Noeline Taurua is the head coach of the Silver Ferns and she joined Nick to discuss.

    Nick shares his thoughts on the possibility of a second NRL team being based in New Zealand.

    And Nick and Newstalk ZB sport journalist Coby Moratti discuss the squads named for the Super Rugby Pacific final, the Warriors squad named to take on the Cowboys this weekend, the Black Caps' first test in the post Kane Williamson era and more.

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    19 min
  • Tuesday 16 June 2026: Former All White Harry Ngata on the All Whites world cup opener against Iran

    On Sports Fix with Nick Bewley for 16 June 2026, the All Whites have put on a real show in their FIFA World Cup opening match as they managed to steal a point in a 2-2 draw against Iran in Los Angeles. Harry Ngata is a former All Whites midfielder, he joined Nick to discuss.

    Nick shares his thoughts on the Hurricanes selling out the Super Rugby Pacific final against the Chiefs in just 15 minutes.

    And Nick and Newstalk ZB head of sport Clay Wilson discuss the All Whites' opening FIFA World Cup fixture against Iran, whether Ben Stokes could return as the England test captain and who can pick up the spot of Kane Williamson in the Black Caps side.

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    20 min
  • Monday 15 June 2026: 'The team looks to be very strong' - former All White previews New Zealand's World Cup campaign

    On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 15th June 2026, it's the eve of the All Whites' first FIFA World Cup match in 16 years. Tomorrow, they face Iran at SoFi stadium and hopes are high they may be able to create their own history this tournament. Ivan Vicelich played in the 2010 World Cup for the All Whites, he joins the podcast to remember that World Cup, and considers what could be for this current World Cup squad.

    Piney takes a moment to reflect on the career of arguably our greatest ever cricketer, Kane Williamson.

    Plus, Adam Cooper is in the Chamber recapping the Super Rugby semi-finals.

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    19 min
  • Sports Fix: Friday 12th June 2026

    On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 12th June 2026, NZ has named a strong team for the World road running championships. Alongside a bunch of stars that include Geordie Beamish, Sam Ruthe and Sam Tanner, is a familiar name. Theo Quax, son of legendary middle distance runner Dick Quax, will debut in the 5km road race. He joins the podcast to discuss what it means to represent his country and follow in the legendary footsteps of his old man.

    Piney can't contain his excitement for the start of the FIFA World Cup.

    And the lads are in the chamber discussing the Super Rugby Semi Finals, and will the Warriors beat the Sharks?

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    19 min
  • Thursday 11 June 2026: All Whites and Auckland FC goalkeeper Oli Sail previews the FIFA World Cup

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 11 June 2026, the biggest sporting event in the world kicks off tomorrow morning - the FIFA World Cup. Oli Sail is a goalkeeper for Auckland FC and the All Whites who will be calling the games for TVNZ, he joined D'Arcy to preview the tournament.

    D'Arcy shares his thoughts on who the pressure is really on in the Super Rugby semi-final between the Blues and the Hurricanes.

    And D'Arcy and Piney discuss the FIFA World Cup and Ben Stokes getting dropped from the England test side.

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    20 min
  • Wednesday 10 June 2026: NZ Rugby League board chair Justin Leydesdorff on the NRL's potential expansion into Christchurch

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 10 June 2026, the discussion around a 20th NRL side in New Zealand has reignited after Australian journalist Dean Ritchie stated the time is right for rugby league to hijack Christchurch. Justin Leydesdorff is the board chair of New Zealand Rugby League and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the latest.

    D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Leicester Fainga'anuku remaining on the field after Malachi Wrampling's red card over the weekend.

    And D'Arcy and New Zealand Herald sports journalist Nathan Limm discuss the squads named for the Super Rugby semi-finals and what is going on with Ben Stokes.

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    22 min
  • Tuesday 09 June 2026: Black Fern Amy Du Plessis on re-signing through to 2029

    On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 9 June 2026, Black Fern midfielder Amy Du Plessis has put pen to paper and re-signed with NZR through to 2029. She joined D'Arcy to discuss.

    D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Kane Evans coming out.

    And D'Arcy and NZ Herald sport journalist Ben Francis discuss the Kane Evans story and the FIFA World Cup as it begins this week.

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    22 min

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