Nine To Noon New T20 league, winning Warriors
Mar 23, 2026
Sam Ackerman, a sports commentator known for incisive coverage of NZ rugby, cricket, NRL and athletics. He breaks down New Zealand Cricket’s T20 revamp and its impact. He covers Super Rugby coaching changes and Black Ferns selection. He celebrates the Warriors’ perfect NRL start and spotlights James McDonald’s record week and World Indoors athletics results.
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Rennie Builds A Trusted Coaching Core
- Dave Rennie's All Blacks staff blends trusted lieutenants with experienced specialists to create continuity and clear roles.
- Jason Ryan stays as forwards coach, Tana Umanga is defence coach, Neil Barnes is senior assistant and Mike Blair is intact coach, bringing Rennie's trusted group.
Black Ferns Blend Experience With Overseas And Youth
- Whitney Hansen's Black Ferns squad mixes World Cup veterans with overseas-based players and teenage newcomers for Pacific Four preparation.
- About 20 World Cup players retained, eight new faces, and selections include players from the English WPL and teens like Talfa Basin.
NZ20 Chosen Amid Board Turmoil
- New Zealand Cricket has chosen the private-backed NZ20 model to revamp T20 despite board turmoil and resignations.
- NZ20 will be a four-week January comp backed privately, sparked CEO resignation and Dion Nash leaving the board over direction.