Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

The Black Caps put on a stellar performance in the second test match against England at the Oval, winning by a convincing 253 runs.
Tonight, the third and final test match begins with an opportunity to win a test series in England for just the fourth time in their history.
Rachin Ravindra is a batsman in the side, he joined Elliott to discuss.
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The rumour mill around another NRL team in Christchurch continues to swirl.
The Warriors' game against the Cowboys on Sunday at the new One NZ Stadium was a roaring success and it is now reported that the Christchurch City Council are leading a bid for a second NZ based NRL side.
Dean Ritchie is an NRL journalist, and he joined Elliott to discuss.
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Today, it was officially announced that New Zealand Rugby are not approving a license transfer for Moana Pasifika to participate in Super Rugby Pacific in 2027.
They have said they have explored every possibility for a long term solution - but none of the interested parties were able to satisfy the capital and a business plan requirements needed to secure the license.
Lima Sopoaga is a former All Black and has been very outspoken in his support for the franchise since it was revealed they may be disbanded - and he joined Elliott to discuss.
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The Warriors got back on track over the weekend in their first match at the One New Zealand stadium, where they beat the Cowboys 38-20.
Their squad has just been named for their weekend matchup against the Dolphins, a team which is on a 7-game win streak with their last loss happening against the Warriors in Wellington on ANZAC Day.
Clinton Toopi is a former Warrior, he joined Elliott to discuss.
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The first All Blacks squad for 2026 was named yesterday and there are so many talking points to consider.
Fehi Fineanganofo has been named in the squad for the Nations Championship even though he has already signed a contract with Newcastle Red Bulls in England for next year, once the move is made, he is ineligible for the All Blacks.
However, Richie Mo'unga, who has committed to NZR through to the end of the World Cup cycle, is being forced to stay behind and compete in the NPC before being available for selection in the end of year tour - missing the first Nations Championship window and the monster tour of South Africa.
Gregor Paul is a rugby writer for the NZ Herald, he joined Elliott to discuss.
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