The All Sport Breakfast

Sophie Devine: White Fern previews the T20 title defence, West Indies series

The White Ferns are back in action.  They begin their T20 title defence tomorrow over in England with a series against the West Indies.   Sophie Devine joined D’Arcy to preview the campaign.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Slade Griffin: Warriors Assistant Coach ahead of the clash against the Sharks

The Warriors are fresh off a bye week after a narrow 20-18 loss to the Panthers.  They’ve returned home after 56 days away and are preparing to take on the Sharks tonight.  Assistant Coach Slade Griffin joined D'Arcy to discuss their recent loss and the upcoming match.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Maia Wilson: Northern Mystics shooter on their ANZ Premiership game against the Waikato BoP Magic, finals

The final round of the ANZ Premiership has arrived and the finals roster has been locked in.  However, the top spot on the ladder —which guarantees a spot in the final— is still up for grabs, and with a win over the Waikato BoP Magic, the Northern Mystics could secure the spot.  Shooter for the Mystics, Maia Wilson joined D’Arcy to preview the final game.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

D'Arcy Waldegrave: This is peak Kane Williamson

This is peak Kane Williamson   Last night New Zealand’s greatest test batsmen called it a day.   He scuppered the ship.   The Kiwi batting GOAT decided, whilst sitting on the deck at Lords, that he’d put a fork in it. He’s done.   This is him to a tee. The Holy Grail of test batting, 10,000 runs, was beckoning. One last chance to topple the Ockers at their place was there. The opportunity to wind up an incredible career at home with a nationwide celebration against the might of India was right in front of him.  Many reasons to soldier on.   But that ain’t Kane.   He was never there to feather his own nest, to lord it up with dominant numbers, to wave his bat in the air and say look at me.    He was almost embarrassed to celebrate his milestones.   His personification of the humble Kiwi sportsman was all about what he could do for the team, how his contribution affected the greater good – which was always the Black Caps.    He’s moved on at the top of his game. His decision, not an enforced move, his call alone. No-one else.   In his delightfully understated manner, he said “playing that last game at Lord’s is kind of cool.”   He goes quietly into the night, putting the team he has so much respect for, ahead of himself.   Peak Kane Williamson.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Greg Feek: Blues Assistant Coach previews the Super Rugby Pacific Semi-Final clash against the Hurricanes

The Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals are well underway – the Chiefs have claimed their spot in the big dance, but the clash to decide their opponents is still yet to come.  The Blues have limped their way to the finish line after losing four straight games, and are now tasked with a massive challenge – taking on the title-favoured Hurricanes at home.  Assistant coach Greg Feek joined D’Arcy to preview the clash.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.