On Sports Fix with Nick Bewley for 1 July 2026, tomorrow evening, the first All Blacks squad of 23 will be named for the year as they are set to take on France at One New Zealand Stadium for their first match of the new Nations Championship. There are plenty of discussion points around who deserves to be named in the squad with one of those key positions being first five.

Jon Preston is a former All Black first five, he joined Nick to discuss

Nick shares his thoughts on the new Super Rugby structure for 2027 that was announced today.

And Nick and New Zealand Herald sport journalist Ben Francis discuss the Warriors' latest signing, the confirmed Super Rugby Pacific format for 2027,Serena Williams' return to singles at Wimbledon and Lebron James leaving the Lakers.

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On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 30 June 2026, last night the Black Caps won the third and final test match against the English at Trent Bridge to win the series 2-1. It is just the fourth time the Black Caps have won a test series in England and just the second time they have come from behind to win a series.

Gavin Larsen is a former Black Cap and current selector for the side, he joined Elliott to discuss.

Elliott shares his thoughts on the current state of the Black Caps following their series win over England.

And Elliott and Newstalk ZB head of sport Clay Wilson discuss the Black Caps' triumph over England, Germany's shock loss this morning at the Football World Cup and what is going on with the ANZ Premiership.

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On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith for 29th June 2026, drama at Trent Bridge overnight as English captain Ben Stokes stunningly announced his retirement from test cricket during day 4 of their 3rd test against New Zealand. Iconic cricket commentator Bryan Waddle offers his thoughts on Stokes's decision.

Elliott contemplates whether another coach could have got more out of the All Whites.

Plus, Dean McLachlan is in the Chamber looking back on the sporting weekend.

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On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith and Jason Pine for 26th June 2026, The Māori All Blacks have touched down in Japan, they face Japan XV tomorrow. Head Coach Tamati Ellison joins the podcast to preview their match

Piney offers his thoughts on the biggest game in All Whites history

And the lads are in the chamber discussing the Blackcaps strong start to their third test against England at Trent Bridge

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On Sports Fix with Elliott Smith and Jason Pine for 25 June 2026, 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

Elliott shares his thoughts on the state of the White Ferns as they face elimination in the T20 World Cup

And Elliott and Piney discuss the day's action at the Football World Cup and the final test match between the Black Caps and England that begins tonight.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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