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Brendan Nel, Supersport South Africa rugby editor, on Super Rugby starting this weekend.He doesn’t think the South African sides will necessarily be stronger this season. He also thinks if John Mitchell does well at the Bulls (and lasts one-to-two seasons) he might be a chance at the Springboks job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Dibley, from 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, on the re-build of the Cavaliers, the coaching of Steve Kerr at the Warriors, Steven Adams' 12 offensive rebounds for the Thunder, and his thoughts on the Winter Olympics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Dibley, from 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, on the re-build of the Cavaliers, the coaching of Steve Kerr at the Warriors, Steven Adams' 12 offensive rebounds for the Thunder, and his thoughts on the Winter Olympics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps expects they'll leave the dropsies behind before they get to Eden Park on Friday.Mitchell Santner and Tim Southee both shelled catches in the deep in the 12-run Twenty20 tri-series win over England at Westpac Stadium.READ MORE:Williamson admits to 'uh oh' moment before setting NZ up for victoryPeter McGlashan reviews Black Caps' win over EnglandBatting coach Craig McMillan told the Radio Sport Breakfast that catches going down is frustrating."Westpac is prob the hardest catching ground in the country. It was windy last night, so the wind was swirling and you see guys under the ball, and then all of a sudden they're moving left, moving right."The Black Caps travel to Auckland today, while Australia has also arrived in town ahead of Friday's match.McMillan also says Kane Williamson had paid no attention to the pre-match questions over his position in the T20 side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps expects they'll leave the dropsies behind before they get to Eden Park on Friday.Mitchell Santner and Tim Southee both shelled catches in the deep in the 12-run Twenty20 tri-series win over England at Westpac Stadium.READ MORE:Williamson admits to 'uh oh' moment before setting NZ up for victoryPeter McGlashan reviews Black Caps' win over EnglandBatting coach Craig McMillan told the Radio Sport Breakfast that catches going down is frustrating."Westpac is prob the hardest catching ground in the country. It was windy last night, so the wind was swirling and you see guys under the ball, and then all of a sudden they're moving left, moving right."The Black Caps travel to Auckland today, while Australia has also arrived in town ahead of Friday's match.McMillan also says Kane Williamson had paid no attention to the pre-match questions over his position in the T20 side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Canterbury Rugby Union and Crusaders have taken minority ownership stakes in American professional rugby side, the Seattle Seawolves.The Seawolves formed in 2017 and will play in the new North American professional competition, the Major Rugby League, which starts in April.Chief executive of the Canterbury Rugby Union, Nathan Godfrey, told Radio Sport Breakfast that the minor investment was made to "open doors in America" and "further develop the Canterbury Rugby franchise"."Canterbury Rugby and the Crusaders have made a really small investment in the Seattle Seawolves franchise, probably about 1%, but clearly we see other in-direct benefits in that ownership long-term," Godfrey said."It's a really small investment, it's the equivalent of us having an employee based in America so at the end of the day the Crusaders and Canterbury Rugby have an international high-performance share."Godfrey said that the Canterbury Rugby Union and the Crusaders ultimately hope to develop better fan experience in New Zealand

The Canterbury Rugby Union and Crusaders have taken minority ownership stakes in American professional rugby side, the Seattle Seawolves.The Seawolves formed in 2017 and will play in the new North American professional competition, the Major Rugby League, which starts in April.Chief executive of the Canterbury Rugby Union, Nathan Godfrey, told Radio Sport Breakfast that the minor investment was made to "open doors in America" and "further develop the Canterbury Rugby franchise"."Canterbury Rugby and the Crusaders have made a really small investment in the Seattle Seawolves franchise, probably about 1%, but clearly we see other in-direct benefits in that ownership long-term," Godfrey said."It's a really small investment, it's the equivalent of us having an employee based in America so at the end of the day the Crusaders and Canterbury Rugby have an international high-performance share."Godfrey said that the Canterbury Rugby Union and the Crusaders ultimately hope to develop better fan experience in New Zealand

Former Black Cap and Radio Sport commentator reviews last night's tight T20 win over England in Wellington.The pre-match buildup was overshadowed by an odd-looking pitch which had a large bald spot on it.However, McGlashan says it's a perfect example of why you can't judge a pitch by it's cover."There was nothing wrong with that surface really. There were a couple of balls early on that gripped a little bit, but [Kane] Williamson and Martin Guptill played so well on the surface, it didn't really matter who came in after that."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Black Cap and Radio Sport commentator reviews last night's tight T20 win over England in Wellington.The pre-match buildup was overshadowed by an odd-looking pitch which had a large bald spot on it.However, McGlashan says it's a perfect example of why you can't judge a pitch by it's cover."There was nothing wrong with that surface really. There were a couple of balls early on that gripped a little bit, but [Kane] Williamson and Martin Guptill played so well on the surface, it didn't really matter who came in after that."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former England cricketer James Taylor has been left dumbfounded at the pitch for tonight's Twenty20 between the Black Caps and England.Pictures have emerged of the Westpac Stadium wicket having a large bald patch in the middle of it, with the surrounding grass a very dark green.Now a commentator with the BBC Taylor told the Radio Sport Breakfast it's hard to rescue a wicket like that."I just think they'll have to leave it or shave down much as they can, but I'm intrigued, I saw they spraying it with something yesterday."I'm really not sure how it's going to play at all, I've never anything like this in international cricket."Pakistan coach was Mickey Arthur was critical of the Wellington wicket following last month's T20 loss to New Zealand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former England cricketer James Taylor has been left dumbfounded at the pitch for tonight's Twenty20 between the Black Caps and England.Pictures have emerged of the Westpac Stadium wicket having a large bald patch in the middle of it, with the surrounding grass a very dark green.Now a commentator with the BBC Taylor told the Radio Sport Breakfast it's hard to rescue a wicket like that."I just think they'll have to leave it or shave down much as they can, but I'm intrigued, I saw they spraying it with something yesterday."I'm really not sure how it's going to play at all, I've never anything like this in international cricket."Pakistan coach was Mickey Arthur was critical of the Wellington wicket following last month's T20 loss to New Zealand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Hart was in studio to promote the NZ Golf Open, which he believes will be their srongest tournament yet.As a former All Blacks coach, Hart also gave his opinion on this year's minicamps which will be held during the Super Rugby season.He admits the minicamps are just a mordern reality, but aknowledges that Steve Hansen would not like the situation if he was a Super Rugby coach and not in charge of the All Blacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Hart was in studio to promote the NZ Golf Open, which he believes will be their srongest tournament yet.As a former All Blacks coach, Hart also gave his opinion on this year's minicamps which will be held during the Super Rugby season.He admits the minicamps are just a mordern reality, but aknowledges that Steve Hansen would not like the situation if he was a Super Rugby coach and not in charge of the All Blacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former All White and football commentator Harry Ngata thinks it is of concern Wellington Phoenix manager Dareji Kalezic is calling out his players and looking to next season already, when they still have eight games of a failed season to go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former All White and football commentator Harry Ngata thinks it is of concern Wellington Phoenix manager Dareji Kalezic is calling out his players and looking to next season already, when they still have eight games of a failed season to go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordie Barrett's on track for his return to rugby.Following an outstanding rookie Super Rugby campaign, the utility back's All Blacks debut season was cut short by a shoulder injury in August.Barrett says he'll miss next weekend's start of Super Rugby with the Hurricanes, but has a return date in mind."I'm aiming to be back in three or four weeks, targeting round three. The boys are away round one and two in South Africa and Argentina, so I'll be staying home trying to tick some more boxes.""That's the plan at the moment, it's been drafted in by coaches and medical staff, so that's the goal at this point in time."The All Black rookie is also welcoming the much talked about get-togethers during Super Rugby.Hurricanes coach Chris Boyd has voiced his discontent with the four All Blacks training camps that will take place during the upcoming season, in preparation for June's test series against France.But Barrett believes they'll be hugely beneficial."It's just introducing new things and laying a foundation, not

Jordie Barrett's on track for his return to rugby.Following an outstanding rookie Super Rugby campaign, the utility back's All Blacks debut season was cut short by a shoulder injury in August.Barrett says he'll miss next weekend's start of Super Rugby with the Hurricanes, but has a return date in mind."I'm aiming to be back in three or four weeks, targeting round three. The boys are away round one and two in South Africa and Argentina, so I'll be staying home trying to tick some more boxes.""That's the plan at the moment, it's been drafted in by coaches and medical staff, so that's the goal at this point in time."The All Black rookie is also welcoming the much talked about get-togethers during Super Rugby.Hurricanes coach Chris Boyd has voiced his discontent with the four All Blacks training camps that will take place during the upcoming season, in preparation for June's test series against France.But Barrett believes they'll be hugely beneficial."It's just introducing new things and laying a foundation, not

When it rains, it pours for the Wellington Phoenix.Not only did they lose 4-0 in an abject performance against Western Sydney Wanderers last night, Radio Sport commentator Jason Pine says rumours are swirling that star player Roy Krishna could be leaving the club.READ MORE: Furious Durante - Phoenix's playoff hopes are over Krishna reportedly wanted to leave the Phoenix to join the Anthony Hudson-coached Colorado Rapids in the USA, but neither club could agree terms on the move.Complicating matters is that Krishna is in the final year of his contract. The Phoenix have offered a lucrative new deal to the forward but a clause in Krishna's current deal triggers an extension to his current deal if he plays 15 games this season.He's currently played 13 times and despite reports Krishna was cleared to play in last night's loss by two different specialists, he felt he he wasn't fit enough to play.So is he trying to avoid triggering the clause so he can leave on his terms at the end of the season?Pine says wahtever t

When it rains, it pours for the Wellington Phoenix.Not only did they lose 4-0 in an abject performance against Western Sydney Wanderers last night, Radio Sport commentator Jason Pine says rumours are swirling that star player Roy Krishna could be leaving the club.READ MORE: Furious Durante - Phoenix's playoff hopes are over Krishna reportedly wanted to leave the Phoenix to join the Anthony Hudson-coached Colorado Rapids in the USA, but neither club could agree terms on the move.Complicating matters is that Krishna is in the final year of his contract. The Phoenix have offered a lucrative new deal to the forward but a clause in Krishna's current deal triggers an extension to his current deal if he plays 15 games this season.He's currently played 13 times and despite reports Krishna was cleared to play in last night's loss by two different specialists, he felt he he wasn't fit enough to play.So is he trying to avoid triggering the clause so he can leave on his terms at the end of the season?Pine says wahtever t

Talksport UK commentator Russell Hargreaves wraps up the biggest talking points from this weekend's Six Nations action, which has been headlined by Warren Gatland's fury after Wales were controversially denied a Gareth Anscombe try against England at Twickenham."From an England point of view it is a great call but if I was in a red shirt I would feel pretty aggrieved"@CliveWoodward assesses Wales' ruled-out try pic.twitter.com/tdP7PP4yTf— ITV Rugby (@ITVRugby) February 10, 2018Hargreaves also says that Frances' Six Nations title bid is over following their loss to Scotland this morning.He also reviews the Premier League which saw Arsenal lose the North London Debry to Tottenham, Manchester City score five more goals against Leicester City and Manchester United lose to Newcastle United at St James Park.LISTEN ABOVE AS RUSSELL HARGREAVES SPEAKS WITH THE RADIO SPORT BREAKFASTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.