Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

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November 7, 2025 7 mins

The Sail GP is returning to Auckland in less than 100 days. 

But ahead of that, the Black Foils are looking to finish off their 2025 season by securing their first ever Sail GP Championship title. 

Flight Controller Leo Takahashi joined Piney to discuss their preparations for the final and season so far.  

“It’s definitely had its ups and downs, but you know, definitely more ups for sure.” 

“This back half, it’s...

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The Black Caps escaped a late West Indies charge to win the second T20 cricket international of the five-match series by three runs in Auckland. 

The hosts made 207 for five – Mark Chapman excelled with 78 off 28 balls and three catches. 

The visitors were struggling at 93 for six in the 13th over, but a flurry saw them require 16 off the last. 

Chapman joined Piney to discuss his performance.  

“It was just one...

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Tonight’s NZ derby has sparked some memories for a former Wellington Phoenix player.  

Former attacker David Williams only spent one season in Wellington, but he quickly became a fan favourite in the 2018-2019 season.  

He most recently played for Perth Glory and now is looking for his next opportunity. 

He joined Piney on the show to chat about where his career has taken him since his Wellington days and to reflect ...

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November 7, 2025 124 mins

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 8th November 2025, with the All Blacks set to face Scotland at Murrayfield, former All Blacks and Scotland assistant coach Brad Mooar and former Scottish player Brendan Laney joined to preview the test. 

The A-League's NZ derby returns to Wellington tonight, so Auckland FC's Francis De Vries and Wellington Phoenix's Lukas Kelly-Heald joined Piney ahead of the big match...

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The Wellington Phoenix are aiming to break their NZ derby duck this weekend as Auckland FC comes to town.  

The Phoenix lost all three derby games last year, culminating in a 6-1 humiliation at the hands of their opponents at Mt Smart. 

Defender Lukas Kelly-Heald joined Piney to discuss the importance of the Phoenix claiming their first win over the Auckland team.  

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It’s the first NZ football derby of the new A-League season tonight, Auckland FC traveling down to meet the Wellington Phoenix on their home turf. 

They’re looking to maintain their undefeated streak against their counterparts, with injury lay-offs on both sides. 

Defender Francis De Vries is a key component for Auckland FC, his plays providing ample goal scoring opportunities for the team’s attackers. 

He joined Pin...

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Scotland will be motivated by 100 years of history at Murrayfield as they look to upset the All Blacks this weekend.  

They have yet to defeat the All Blacks at Murrayfield, 19 failed attempts making the stadium one of the New Zealand side’s most successful hunting grounds.  

Brendan Laney played 20 tests for Scotland from 2001-04. He joined Piney to discuss how special Murrayfield is, and what Scotland will need to do to...

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It’s set to be an intense match as the All Blacks face Scotland at Murrayfield. 

The Scottish side is celebrating 100 years at their home ground, and are aiming to cap it off with their first victory over the All Blacks. 

Both teams have named strong sides, Scotland being led by their world-class first five Finn Russell. 

Former All Blacks and Scotland assistant coach Brad Mooar told Jason Pine that when he first wen...

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks's victory over Ireland - and whether there's more global demand for rugby than expected. 

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November 1, 2025 161 mins
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Excitement's brewing ahead of another A-League season for the Wellington Phoenix women's side.

Some new names have been signed on, including current Football Ferns goalkeeper Victoria Esson - as well as some new overseas talent.

Tessel Middag is one of these new overseas players, and she joined Piney to discuss further.

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Kiwi axeman Jack Jordan made history last weekend.

He won the Stihl Timbersports World Championship individual event in Milan, Italy, for the first time - a departure from last year's second-place finish.

He joined Piney to discuss further.

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The Pacific Championships are set to continue, with Tonga facing off against the Kiwis this afternoon.

The Auckland clash in the penultimate weekend of the Pacific Championships will determine who meets Samoa next weekend.

Kiwis player Isaiah Papali'i joined Piney to discuss.

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The Irish side came up short against the All Blacks in the long-awaited clash at Soldier Field in Chicago.

Ireland held the lead in the first half, but a last-minute comeback saw the Kiwi side emerge victorious.

Irish rugby journalist Murray Kinsella joined Piney to discuss.

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A second half blitz has powered the All Blacks to a 26-13 win over Ireland in Chicago.

Down 10-7 at halftime, three tries in the last 20 minutes helped the ABs start their Grand Slam tour with an emphatic win.

All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland joined Piney to discuss further.

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October 31, 2025 124 mins

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 1 November.

On the show with Piney today we had...

Justin Marshall - Former All Black - ABs v Ireland

Brent Pope - Rugby Analyst - ABs v Ireland

Liam Sceats - New Zealand Grand Prix champion - His motorsport journey, competing in Indy NXT

Michael Bracewell - Blackcap - 3rd ODI this arvo

Adam Peacock - Aussie Corri

Kieran Read - Former All Black - 10 years si...

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Auckland FC picked up their first win of the season last weekend, beating Western Sydney Wanderers 1-0.

Up next: Adelaide United. Last time the teams faced in March of this year, it ended in a thrilling 4-4 draw following late goals from both sides. 

Auckland FC Winger Lachie Brook joined Jason Pine to discuss his mindset as he heads in to the match against his former club.

'Like I said, I am a fan of the club - not that it's ...

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Tickets are now on sale for the Super Round due to take place in April of next year in Christchurch.

10 teams will play 5 high-stakes matches at Christchurch's new One NZ Stadium, all within two days.

Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley told Jason Pine that the ticket sales are already looking positive. 

'The take-up's been, Excellent. Yeah, we're really pleased, really pleased with the response so far.'

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It's been 10 years since the All Blacks won the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England, after they beat Australia in the final 34-17. 

Kieran Read was on the field for all seven matches of the campaign, captained the side when Richie McCaw was rested, and played the full 80 minutes in both the semi-final and the final. 

He told Jason Pine that, 'I certainly remember the night very fondly, like it was yesterday.'

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Australian Sports Correspondent Adam Peacock joins to give the latest updates from across the ditch. On the table today: 

The Wallabies are facing England at Twickenham. Can they find victory far away from home?

The Australian Women's Cricket Team was knocked out of the world cup by India, who put on an impressive display. 

And Victoria and New South Wales clash as the biggest horse racing events of the year draw closer.&...

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