The All Blacks get a week off at the Rugby World Cup, but even without them the tournament is producing headlines galore.
France have lost their captain to injury, Fiji are looking to build on last week's win and make a finals run, and Australia are contemplating a humiliating exit in the group stage.
Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to wrap the week.
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Full Show: Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave - March 19, 2026
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Wyatt Crockett: former Crusaders prop on James Slipper beating his Super Rugby appearance record
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Kevin Hickland: Marist Brothers Old Boys Rugby Club spokesperson on the increase in rugby clubs scrapping fees for juniors
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