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Get your fix with the latest sports news, views and interviews every weekday with Sports Fix.
D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine talk the big sports stories of the day, and chat to the big names making headlines on and off the field.
Hosted by two of the biggest names in sports radio in New Zealand, Sports Fix is the perfect daily podcast for Kiwi fans of everything from rugby, cricket, netball, rugby league, golf, and everything in between.
Follow Sports Fix on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts to get your daily dose of sport every afternoon.
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On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 19th December 2025, for the second day in a row a CEO of a major sporting organisation has resigned in New Zealand. Scott Weenink, the CEO of NZ Cricket has resigned following a tumultuous time around the discussion of the future of domestic T20 cricket in New Zealand. Former Black Cap Richard Petrie was one of the cosignatories on an open letter to NZ Cricket that voiced concerns around the proposed NZ20 competition and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what this could mean for the future of T20 cricket in New Zealand. Piney shares his thoughts on Devon Conway joining the ellusive club of Black Caps who have scored 2 or more double hundreds in test matches. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss Scott Weenink's resignation, meaning we now have vacant CEO positions at all three of our major sporting organisations and they share their sporting highlight of the year. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 18th December 2025, big news was dropped in the netball world today. After a turbulent year with issues around the broadcast deal, and more recently the Dame Noeline Taurua situation, some action has been taken. CEO of Netball NZ Jennie Wyllie was announced to have resigned from the role today effective immediately. D'Arcy is joined by team relationship manager of the Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic, Gary Dawson, to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Drive to Survive and the effect that it has on Formula 1. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss Jennie Wyllie's resignation and whether Alex Carey should have walked in the ashes yesterday following the incident with Snicko. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 17th December 2025, Mana Pasifika's bid to join the NRL has hit the headlines again this week with New Zealand-Pacific hip hop artist King Kapisi getting behind their attempt to join the NRL. Geoff Brown is the bid leader of Mana Pasifika, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what makes Mana Pasifika different to the other bids, interactions with the Christchurch bid and the Warriors and the traction with the NRL. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the Sir Colin Giltrap raceway being opened today. And D'Arcy and NZ Herald sports journalist Nathan Limm discuss the latest in the Netball NZ saga and the third and final cricket test match between the Black Caps and the West Indies that begins tomorrow. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 16th December 2025, the Big Bash T20 league has got underway this week and our very own T20 batsman Tim Seifert bashed his way to a 102 of 56 for his side the Melbourne Renegades last night over the Brisbane Heat. Tim joined D'Arcy to discuss, as well as D'Arcy asking for his thoughts on the future of T20 debate in New Zealand. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on it costing New Zealanders $25,000 to follow the All Whites at next year's FIFA World Cup. And D'Arcy and NZ Herald sports journalist Ben Francis discuss the latest in the World Darts Championship, including Jonny Tata's success in the first round as well as whether the English will put up a fight in the third Ashes test that begins tomorrow. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 12th December 2025, the Black Caps 2nd test against the West Indies wrapped up early on day 3, with the bowlers ripping through the West Indies batting lineup. The Black Caps only needed to score 56 runs which they did with ease. Devon Conway helped see the team to victory and he joined D'Arcy to discuss. Piney shares his thoughts on cross country in school And D'Arcy and Piney discuss whether Tom Blundell has played his last game as a Black Cap and the chances Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix come away with wins this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 11th December 2025, the proposed NZ20 league has been a hot topic for cricket fans in New Zealand. It is one of the four options that were presented to NZ Cricket as the future for domestic cricket. Greg Barclay, the former chairman of the ICC, joined D'Arcy to discuss what the best path ahead is for NZC. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on creating mega-multis to last the weekend. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss Sevu Reece leaving the Crusaders at the end of the next Super Rugby season, ruling himself out of contention for the 2027 Rugby World Cup - and Jason Holland returning as an assistant coach of the Hurricanes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 10th December 2025, the Special Olympics Summer Games officially gets underway tonight with the Opening Ceremony at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch. Fran Scholey is the CEO of the event and she joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Donald Trump receiving the first FIFA peace prize And D'Arcy and NZ Herald sports journalist Ben Francis discuss the World Darts Championship starting on Friday morning and Luke Metcalf and Mitch Barnett's timelines before returning to action for the Warriors in 2026. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 9th December 2025, a depleted Black Caps side was unable to get a win in the first cricket test match against the West Indies as the visitors shut up shop on the final day batting defensively to get the result. Jacob Duffy is a fast bowler for the Black Caps and he joined D'Arcy to reflect on the test match and look ahead to the second test where some new faces may feature D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the end of the Formula 1 season and the track at Abu Dhabi And D'Arcy and Sports Journalist Ross Karl discuss the Black Caps selections for the second test against the West Indies and the All Blacks home schedule for 2025 Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 8th December 2025, The Blackcaps fast bowling stocks are fairly depleted. Canterbury quick Michael Rae has been called into the squad ahead of the second test against the West Indies. Piney caught up with his First Class coach Peter Fulton to discuss how ready for the big stage he is Piney discusses the All Whites World Cup draw and potential knockout opponents should they advance that far Plus, Clay Wilson is in the chamber discussing another Auckland FC win over the Wellington Phoenix Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 5th December 2025, the fifth edition of the New Zealand derby between Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix is set for tomorrow night in Auckland with the Phoenix hopeful to pick up their first win in the fixture. Former All White and Wellington Phoenix defender Ben Sigmund joined D'Arcy to discuss. Piney shares his thoughts on the NZ Derby becoming one of the biggest domestic sporting events in New Zealand and what could go down tomorrow evening. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss the final F1 Grand Prix of the year this weekend and who could win the championship, as well as FIFA World Cup draw tomorrow morning. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 4th December 2025, earlier today an open letter signed by a number of former Black Cap international cricketers was sent out with concerns around the NZ20 competition being proposed in New Zealand. This privately backed competition is one of the four proposed options for the future of T20 franchise cricket in New Zealand. Don Mackinnon is the Chairman of the NZ20 establishment committee and he joined D'Arcy to respond to the claims D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Mitch Hay looking to be the next test wicket keeper for the Black Caps And D'Arcy and Piney discuss the Rugby World Cup draw that was announced last night, and the pink ball ashes test that begins today. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 3rd December 2025, after months of speculation it was officially confirmed this morning that New Zealand Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson would be retaining his seat with Racing Bulls for the 2026 season. Motorsport expert and founder of the Toyota Racing Series Barrie Tomlinson joined D'Arcy to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the latest chaos at Netball New Zealand. And D'Arcy and Sports Journalist Ross Karl discuss what to know about the new Rugby World Cup draw coming up later tonight and the world number 12 ranked men's tennis player Casper Ruud coming over to play in the ASB Classic. 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 2nd December 2025, The Netball NZ story just keeps on going. The Waikato Bay of Plenty Zone has said enough is enough and has declared their intention for the Netball NZ Chief executive and board to be replaced. D'Arcy is joined by Teams Relationship Manager of the Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic Gary Dawson to discuss D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the new format that was used to decide the Supercar champion at Adelaide over the weekend. And D'Arcy and NZ Herald head of sport Winston Aldworth discuss the draws being decided this week for the Rugby World Cup and the FIFA World Cup aswell as the positive signs for Liam Lawsons F1 future. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 1st December 2025, Liam Lawson will learn his Formula One fate this week. He impressed last weekend to finish in the points to help his case. NZ Heralds F1 expert Alex Powell joined the podcast to discuss what to expect when Red Bull makes their drivers announcement Piney has test match fever on the eve of the Blackcaps test against West Indies Plus, Adam Cooper is in the Chamber to discuss Wellington Phoenix's bounce back win over Adelaide Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 28th November 2025, The finalists of the NZ Rugby awards have been announced. Commentator Tony Johnson joins the podcast to analyze the finalists and look back on the year in rugby D'Arcy is certain Peter Burling will do everything he can to get on the boat to try win the Black Foils first Sail GP title And Alex Powell is in the chamber discussing whether Liam Lawson will have an F1 seat next year Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with Jason Pine and D'Arcy Waldegrave for 27th November 2025, Team Rugby have called in some strong reinforcements for their upcoming Black Clash match against Team Cricket, including former Aussie all rounder Shane Watson. He joined the podcast to discuss how he managed to get recruited. Piney looks at a double standard being afforded to Christiano Ronaldo, that other players don't get. And D'Arcy and Piney are in The Chamber discussing whether it's still a good idea for the NZOC to chase the 2034 Commonwealth Games hosting rights. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 26th November 2025, the V8 Supercars have reached their grand final weekend for the season, with all the action going down in Adelaide. D'Arcy caught up with V8 Supercars driver Ryan Wood to discuss. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on Breakers development player Tukaha Cooper being banned from basketball for a month due to cannabis usage. And D'Arcy and Newstalk ZB head of sport Clay Wilson discuss the T20 World Cup pools that were announced today and the world rugby 15's dream team. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave for 25th November 2025, the northern tours have come to an end in the rugby world. John Connolly is a former Wallabies coach and he caught up with D'Arcy to discuss the state of international rugby following the tours - and who is looking strong and who is struggling. D'Arcy shares his thoughts on the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix that took place over the weekend. And D'Arcy and NZ Herald sports journalist Ben Francis discuss Lou Vincent, Joey Yovich and David Mullan breaking a world record and what's better viewing - Sail GP or the America's Cup. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 24th November 2025, The first Ashes test is already over. It lasted less than 2 days, as Australia managed to overcome England's hyper aggressive Bazball strategy, winning by 8 wickets in Perth. NZ test cricket great Neil Wagner joined Piney to discuss why England continue to deploy the strategy, and whether they'd be better off to tone it down a bit. Piney discusses the possibility that test matches no longer need to scheduled for 5 days. Plus, the People's Chamber returns for the final time with Elijah Fa'afiu recapping the All Blacks year. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sports Fix with D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jason Pine for 21st November 2025, the All Blacks 2025 season comes to an end this weekend with their final match of the northern tour against Wales. D'Arcy caught up with Jeff to discuss what has and hasn't been achieved this All Blacks season and where to next. Piney shares his thoughts on the ACL injury plague facing the Wellington Phoenix side. And D'Arcy and Piney discuss the All Blacks team named for Sundays test match and what we need to see on Sunday, as well as Liam Lawson's chances at the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.




