The Kiwis squad was recently named for their upcoming Rugby League World Cup campaign, which begins next Thursday night against Australia.

The 23-man squad contains plenty of new faces, including Newcastle NRL duo Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai and Warriors forwards Jacob Laban and Tanner Stowers-Smith.

Andrea Nelson is the CEO of NZ Rugby League, she joined D'Arcy to discuss.

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The Kiwis squad was recently named for their upcoming Rugby League World Cup campaign, which begins next Thursday night against Australia.
The 23-man squad contains plenty of new faces, including Newcastle NRL duo Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai and Warriors forwards Jacob Laban and Tanner Stowers-Smith.
Andrea Nelson is the CEO of NZ Rugby League, she joined D'Arcy to discuss.
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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.

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Andrea Nelson: NZ Rugby League CEO on the unveiling of the Kiwis squad ahead of World Cup

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Liam Lawson continues to build his case to stay in Formula One beyond the 2026 season.

A seventh-place finish at a chaotic and weather-affected race in Malaysia has moved him 24 points clear in the battle for ninth - and best outside the top four teams - in the championship.

Lawson notably made pole sitter, eventual race-winner and four-time world champ Max Verstappen work hard for position during an opening lap exchange.

Alex Powell is the Formula 1 writer for the NZ Herald, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

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Liam Lawson continues to build his case to stay in Formula One beyond the 2026 season.
A seventh-place finish at a chaotic and weather-affected race in Malaysia has moved him 24 points clear in the battle for ninth - and best outside the top four teams - in the championship.
Lawson notably made pole sitter, eventual race-winner and four-time world champ Max Verstappen work hard for position during an opening lap exchange.
Alex Powell is the Formula 1 writer for the NZ Herald, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.
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Alex Powell: NZ Herald sports journo recaps the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

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The UFC recently revealed the bout list for an upcoming fight night in Qatar, with a Kiwi star topping the fight card.

Number 7 ranked Light Heavyweight contender Navajo Stirling is slated to take on Jiří Procházka in a clash with major title implications in a division that already has a New Zealand champion in Carlos Ulberg.

Navajo joined D'Arcy to discuss.

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The UFC recently revealed the bout list for an upcoming fight night in Qatar, with a Kiwi star topping the fight card.
Number 7 ranked Light Heavyweight contender Navajo Stirling is slated to take on Jiří Procházka in a clash with major title implications in a division that already has a New Zealand champion in Carlos Ulberg.
Navajo joined D'Arcy to discuss.
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Navajo Stirling: Kiwi UFC fighter speaks ahead of Jiří Procházka bout at UFC Qatar in November

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Earlier today, All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie let some information slip regarding preparations for the World Cup next year in his interview with Mike Hosking.

The All Blacks are set to take on the Springboks twice this coming July in preparation for a potential Rugby World Cup showdown in 2027.

Sky rugby commentator Jeff McTainsh joined D'Arcy to discuss whether this could be a good idea for the Kiwi side. 

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Earlier today, All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie let some information slip regarding preparations for the World Cup next year in his interview with Mike Hosking.
The All Blacks are set to take on the Springboks twice this coming July in preparation for a potential Rugby World Cup showdown in 2027.
Sky rugby commentator Jeff McTainsh joined D'Arcy to discuss whether this could be a good idea for the Kiwi side.&nbsp;
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Jeff McTainsh: Sky rugby commentator on the All Blacks reportedly playing two tests against the Springboks in 2027

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Andrea Nelson: NZ Rugby League CEO on the unveiling of the Kiwis squad ahead of World Cup

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