'I grew up with Grant Nisbett, I grew up with TJ': Sky TV’s heir apparent rugby commentator

PremiumShayne CurrieNZME Editor-at-Large·NZ Herald·10 Jul, 2026 05:02 PM5 mins to read‌Sky TV rugby commentator Jeff McTainsh was handed the responsibility of the All Blacks' first test of the 2026 season. Photos / Sky TV, PhotosportKeith Quinn, Grant Nisbett, John McBeth, Tony Johnson ... NZ has been blessed with a long run of legendary TV rugby commentators. Meet the new face and voice - and heir apparent.

The All Blacks’ first 2026 runout was not just a test of a new captain, coach and stadium.

'I grew up with Grant Nisbett, I grew up with TJ': Sky TV’s heir apparent rugby commentator

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