Wednesday 24 June 2026: Former All Black Lima Sopoaga on Moana Pasifika disbanding for the 2027 Super Rugby season

Wednesday 24 June 2026: Former All Black Lima Sopoaga on Moana Pasifika disbanding for the 2027 Super Rugby season

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 24 June 2026, 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 vocal on his support for the franchise, he joined Elliott to discuss. Elliott shares his thoughts on hydration breaks potentially hanging around after the Football World Cup. And Elliott and Newstalk ZB head of sport Clay Wilson discuss Moana Pasifika not returning to Super Rugby in 2027 and the hydration breaks at the Football World Cup. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Tuesday 23 June 2026: New Zealand Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul on Fehi Fineanganofo's inclusion in the All Blacks

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 23 June 2026, yesterday, the first All Blacks squad for 2026 was named. 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. Elliott was joined by NZ Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul to discuss. Elliott shares his thoughts on what he wants to see from the All Blacks now the squad has been selected. And Elliott and Newstalk ZB sport journalist Coby Moratti discuss the day's action in the Football World Cup and what the Warriors are going to do without Jackson Ford. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Monday 22 June 2026: 'There's always robust conversations... I think we've got a strong squad' - All Blacks assistant coach explains the thinking behind the first squad of the year

On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 22nd June 2026, the All Blacks have announced their first squad for 2026. Dave Rennie's team features 4 debutants and Ardie Savea as captain. Assistant coach Jase Ryan joins the podcast to discuss the selections. Piney rues some missed opportunities and questionable officiating in the All Whites 3-1 defeat to Egypt. Plus, Dean McLachlan debuts in the Chamber. He goes further into the All Whites' loss. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Friday 18 June 2026: Damon Hill: "He's done a sterling job" - F1 Champion discusses Liam Lawson's improvement

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 19th June 2026, Liam Lawson's improvement on the F1 circuit hasn't gone unnoticed, 1996 F1 World Champion Damon Hill joins the podcast to discuss the current season and what he's seen from Liam Lawson. Elliott offers his thoughts on the Super Rugby Grand Final And Clay Wilson joins Elliott in the chamber discussing Steve Corica's departure from Auckland FC Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Thursday 18 June 2026: New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox on competing at the US Open

On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith and Jason Pine for 18 June 2026, Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox is set to compete at the 3rd major golf tournament of the season this weekend - the US Open at Shinnecock Hills in Long Island New York. Ryan joined Elliott to discuss. Piney shares his thoughts on the first week of the FIFA World Cup. And Elliott and Piney discuss the first day's action of the Black Caps' second test against England and England's first showing at the FIFA World Cup this morning. Get 'Sports Fix' every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.