Sport panel: Why Silver Ferns are 'currently NZ's highest-performing team' - Fri 23 Oct

Amy Acton announces her candidacy for governor of Ohio, emphasizing her commitment to combat corruption and reduce costs for residents. She pledges to lower taxes and prevent data centers from increasing energy bills, stating that the time has come for a change in leadership away from the influence of billionaires.

In sports, the discussion shifts to T20 cricket, where India secures a decisive victory over New Zealand, with standout performances from Indian openers. The New Zealand team faces challenges, including an injury to Mitchell Santner, as they prepare for their next match.

The conversation also covers the Silver Ferns' strong performance in netball, leading 2-0 in their series against Australia, despite a brief scare in the third quarter of their latest game. The panel highlights the team's consistency compared to other national teams in New Zealand.

Looking ahead, Christchurch hosts a significant weekend of rugby league, featuring matches for both the Kiwi Ferns and the Kiwis. The panel discusses the challenges faced by the Kiwis after a loss to Australia and the impressive feat of the Cook Islands fielding a competitive team at the World Cup. Additionally, the Black Ferns prepare for a rematch against France after a dominant previous performance, while the MPC final between Canterbury and Northland looms, with Northland seeking to make history against a formidable opponent.

Herald sports journalists Christopher Reive and Nathan Limm cast their eyes over the weekend's sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.