New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME) and Duco Events have renewed their partnership for the Hot Spring Spas T20 Black Clash. Returning to Bay Oval in Tauranga on 17 January 2026, the match, which has sold out each year, will once again bring together rugby and cricket legends for a unique T20 cricket showdown that blends sport and entertainment.
NZME will support the event through Radio Hauraki, The Alternative Commentary Collective (The ACC) and The Hits. The ACC crew will bring their trademark humour and energy to the TVNZ live broadcast commentary as well as a dedicated ACC and DB Export Ultra Zone.
Emily Travers, NZME’s Head of Commercial Sport, Partnership and Events, said:
“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.”
Tickets for the T20 Black Clash go on sale on Thursday September 17, with pre-sale tickets available the day before. For more details and to sign up for pre-sale access, go to www.blackclash.co.nz.
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