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The Silver Ferns wrapped up the Constellation Cup with a game to play on Sunday night when they defeated Australia in Sydney 52-49. The final match tonight in Melbourne still has high stakes, because if the Ferns sweep the series 4-0, they will climb to the top of the netball world rankings for the first time since 2013.  Parris Mason is a Silver Ferns defender, she joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps ultimately fell short in their third T20 match against India - but there's an extra detail that's raising concerns. The rows and rows of empty seats at Wellington's Hnry Stadium caught the attention of sports fans, and it's an image that's becoming more and more common in the Capital. Warrick Dent is the CEO of Hnry Stadium, he joined D'Arcy to discuss this.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps ultimately fell short in the second T20I against India as they chased down their total of 180 with 1 ball to spare - losing 2-nil. Tonight is the third match at Hnry Stadium in Wellington where the home side need a win to keep the series alive. Black Cap Rachin Ravindra is out of commission due to injury - and he joined D'Arcy to discuss.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today, the All Blacks squad for the upcoming Northern Tour was named, and there's some memorable changes in the mix. The Kiwi side will face off against England, Wales and Scotland as a part of the new Nations Championship competition. Fresh off the back of his NPC-winning performance for Canterbury, All Blacks lock Jamie Hannah joined D'Arcy to discuss making the squad. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Supercars series rolls around again this weekend on the Gold Coast - and there's plenty at stake ahead of the Grand Final in Adelaide. Ryan Wood had it tough in his last outing at Bathurst with a crash meaning he finished the race in 24th, but currently sitting 9th on the ladder there is plenty on the line. He joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight, the Black Caps kick off their tour against India, with the first match being played at a sold-out Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Chris Cairns is a former Black Caps all rounder, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White Ferns struggled last night in their second of three T20's against Australia as they lost by 40 runs meaning the Aussies keep the Rose Bowl for a 27th consecutive year. However, they get one final chance for redemption tomorrow night in the third and final game of the series. Nensi Patel is a bowler for the Ferns, she joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are just over 24 hours away from the Summer of Cricket kicking off for the Black Caps and a massive tour is on the horizon  India is in town for 5 T20's, 5 ODI's and 2 test matches over the next month and a half or so giving us plenty of cricketing action to get stuck into. It all kicks off with the five T20's with the first being played at Hagley Oval in front of a sold out crowd. Tim Seifert is a batsman for the Black Caps, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Silver Ferns held strong and beat the Australian Diamonds 56-50 in the opening match of the Constellation Cup - and they're hoping to keep up the momentum. Kate Heffernan is a defender for the Ferns, she joined Nick ahead of tomorrow's match.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a sporting frenzy down in Christchurch, with major events littered across the week, between the Silver Ferns to the Black Caps, to the Kiwis and more - there's something for everyone. It begs the question, is Christchurch beginning to become New Zealand's sporting capital? Karena Finnie is the Head of Major Events at ChristchurchNZ, she joined Nick to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An unbeaten 127-run third-wicket partnership from New Zealand women's cricketers Georgia Plimmer and Maddy Green has failed to thwart Australia in their opening T20 in Sydney. The White Ferns posted 162 for two, and the hosts reached the target with two wickets and seven balls to spare. White Ferns bowler Bree Illing joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a big weekend for the All Blacks, as they managed to hold on to their winning streak. The squad are dispersing today after two big wins over the Wallabies - with their end-of-year Nations Championship campaign starting in three weeks. Australian rugby writer Christy Doran joined D'Arcy to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 Rugby League World Cup will get underway this evening, with the Kiwis facing the Kangaroos in Sydney. The event will feature the world’s leading teams across a month-long tournament, with matches taking place in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Former Kiwi Nathan Fien joined D'Arcy to discuss the upcoming event.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This afternoon, the All Blacks squad was named for their second Bledisloe Cup test match against the Wallabies in Sydney. The starting squad is largely unchanged aside with only 3 changes - but there are a further 5 on the bench with the notable inclusions being Timoci Tavatavanawai and Du'Plessis Kirifi making his return to the All Blacks for the first time this season.   Reuben Thorne is a former All Blacks captain, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Breakers were once again unable to get one over their rivals from Perth as they fell 100-84 to the Wildcats on Saturday night. They are back in action tomorrow night when they take on the Sydney Kings in Canberra. Kouat Noi is a forward for the Breakers, he joined D'Arcy to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.