AUCKLAND, Today: NZME and Duco Events have renewed their multi-year media partnership for the Hot Spring Spas T20 Black Clash in association with Wolfbrook, one of New Zealand’s most entertaining summer sporting fixtures.
The Black Clash returns to Bay Oval, Tauranga on 17 January 2026. Known for selling out every year, the event mixes rugby and cricket legends in a unique T20 showdown of sport and entertainment.
NZME will again support the event across audio, digital and print. Radio Hauraki, The Hits and The Alternative Commentary Collective (The ACC) will lead the charge, with The ACC also bringing their humour to the TVNZ broadcast.
“We’re thrilled to renew our long-term partnership with NZME, whose platforms help us create the energy and nationwide reach that makes the T20 Black Clash such a special event on New Zealand’s sporting calendar.” – Carlena Limmer
Emily Travers, NZME’s Head of Commercial Sport, Partnership and Events, says the renewed deal highlights NZME’s commitment to delivering great live experiences.
“We’re delighted to continue our strong partnership with Duco to bring Kiwis closer to this fantastic annual event. The T20 Black Clash is a firm favourite across the country, with a massive live broadcast audience and sell-out crowds year after year. Duco knows how to entertain and this collaboration is sport entertainment at its best.”
Carlena Limmer, Event Director at Duco Events, says NZME’s support has been crucial to the event’s rise.
“We’re thrilled to renew our long-term partnership with NZME, whose platforms help us create the energy and nationwide reach that makes the T20 Black Clash such a special event on New Zealand’s sporting calendar.
“We look forward to delivering another unforgettable event for sportainment fans across the country in 2026 and beyond.”
- Tickets for the 2026 Black Clash go on sale Thursday 17 September, with pre-sales from Wednesday 16 September at blackclash.co.nz
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