Navajo Stirling: Kiwi UFC fighter speaks ahead of Jiří Procházka bout at UFC Qatar in November

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 Zeala…

Jeff McTainsh: Sky rugby commentator on the All Blacks reportedly playing two tests against the Springboks in 2027

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.…

David Higgins: Duco Events founder on the rise in athletes competing at older ages

The Aston Martin Formula 1 team recently announced that Fernando Alonso would be racing for them again in 2027. There has been plenty of speculation around this, as the now 45 year old has teased his retirement several times but continues to race. More athletes are continuing to compete at older …

Ben Waine: All Whites forward ahead of Panama clash

The All Whites have had a solid start to their international window picking up a draw against Palestine and a 3-0 drubbing of China on Monday. Tonight, however they face a much sterner test when they take on Panama in Yokohama, Japan in the semi-final of the Kirin Cup. Ben Waine has scored twice …

Dejan Vasiljevic: Breakers guard ahead of the team's clash against the Cairns Taipans

The Breakers had second half woes again on Saturday night as they fell to the Perth Wildcats 97-93 despite leading at half time, falling to a 1-2 record. They finally return home tomorrow night to take on the Cairns Taipans and are looking to get back to winning ways. Dejan 'DJ' Vasiljevic is a g…

Richie Mo'unga: All Black on being called up for Bledisloe Cup squad

The 34-man squad was named for the two upcoming Bledisloe Cup tests between the All Blacks and the Wallabies - with the first test match taking place next Saturday night at Eden Park. There were a couple of intriguing inclusions including the return of Shannon Frizell, but a major injury blow was …

Mat Coch: Planet F1 editor speaks ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix

The Formula 1 season continues tonight at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with the first free practice session kicking off at 8.30pm. There are plenty of talking points, including Liam Lawson's return to his own Racing Bulls car. Planet F1 editor Mat Coch joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE

Jamie Hannah: All Black on his return to NPC rugby

This weekend in the NPC, a plethora of All Blacks have been released to join their respective NPC sides following the end of the Greatest Rivalry tour.   Jamie Hannah was a part of the tour squad over in South Africa and returns to the NPC this weekend for Canterbury for their match against Southl…

Lockie Ferguson: Black Caps fast bowler on the team's upcoming T20 series against India

Summer is around the corner, which means more cricket - and the Black Caps are hoping to start off strong in their upcoming series. India will be are travelling to New Zealand to play 5 T20's, 5 ODI's and 2 test matches - and the squad for the T20 series was just named today. Black Caps fast bowl…

Gregor Paul: NZ Herald rugby writer on NZ Rugby's upcoming summit about the future of rugby

New Zealand Rugby are at a crossroads around what to do with their professional rugby competitions in New Zealand. They are projected to lose $66 million over the next five years and are meeting at a summit tomorrow with provincial unions, Super Rugby clubs and the Rugby Players Association to dis…