On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 16th February 2026, State of Origin is heading to New Zealand for the first time ever in 2027. Rugby League's biggest rivalry will be brought to Eden Park, and alongside this announcement the NRL announced a tweaking of eligibility rules, meaning some on NZ's biggest stars may be able to play as well. NRL CEO Andrew Abdo joins the podcast to discuss what went into making this decision and the logistics behind making it happen.

Piney weighs up the delicate balance between entertainment and safety in the wake of the huge collision between the Black Foils and Team France at the Auckland Sail GP regatta.

Plus, Clay Wilson is in the Chamber discussing a hot start to the Super Rugby season.

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On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 16th February 2026, State of Origin is heading to New Zealand for the first time ever in 2027. Rugby League's biggest rivalry will be brought to Eden Park, and alongside this announcement the NRL announced a tweaking of eligibility rules, meaning some on NZ's biggest stars may be able to play as well. NRL CEO Andrew Abdo joins the podcast to discuss what went into making this decision and the logistics behind making it happen.
Piney weighs up the delicate balance between entertainment and safety in the wake of the huge collision between the Black Foils and Team France at the Auckland Sail GP regatta.
Plus, Clay Wilson is in the Chamber discussing a hot start to the Super Rugby season.
Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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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.

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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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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.

Monday 16th February 2026: State of Origin heads to Eden Park "A reward for our fans in New Zealand" - Andrew Adbo

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