Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

There's disappointment among Kiwi fans after the All Blacks got knocked out of the Grand Slam. England has beaten New Zealand 33-19 at Twickenham, dashing hopes of a first Grand Slam since 2010. All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 15th November 2025, former Black Cap and vastly experienced white ball cricketer Anton Devcich joined Piney to discuss what NZ Cricket needs to do to breathe life back into our domestic T20 scene.  The All Blacks’ Grand Slam hopes remain alive, but they face their biggest test match of the Northern Tour this weekend against England. F...

It was a whirlwind weekend for Jesse Randall.   On the Saturday the Auckland FC winger was the star of the Kiwi derby, tormenting the Wellington Phoenix with his pace, as he made one goal for Sam Cosgrove then scored the second himself, which was decisive in the 2-1 win.  Then, on Sunday morning, he got a phone call from national coach Darren Bazeley, telling him to get ready for a fligh...

Emma Twigg is on track for her sixth Olympic Games.   She’s shifted her attention from flat water rowing to coastal rowing, which makes its debut at the 2028 LA Olympic Games.  Last week saw her claim the women’s title at the World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals in Turkey, setting her up for a shot at the 2028 Games.  She told Piney her aim of starting in the sport was to reinvigorate a...

Allan Bunting is departing as Black Ferns coach.  New Zealand Rugby has undertaken a review of the side's programme after their third at the World Cup.  Bunting —who's carried the "Director of Performance" title since 2023— has confirmed he won't apply for the new role.  An appointment is expected by Christmas.  NZ Rugby GM of High Performance, Chris Lendrum told Piney that the...

Tomorrow's mouthwatering England-All Blacks test at Twickenham could decide the visitors' Grand Slam hopes.  After two decisive victories over Ireland and Scotland, the All Blacks are facing England at their home ground.   Former England international Thomas Waldrom told Piney the All Blacks have been trying to do a lot, but it hasn’t been coming off as much.  He says this test is g...

Moves are underway to investigate how domestic T20 cricket might be revamped here in New Zealand.  Among the suggestions being put forward are a franchise based T20 league, similar to those of many other Tier 1 cricket nations, a New Zealand team entering the Australian Big Bash competition, and a refresh and reinvigoration of our current Super Smash competition.  Former Black Cap and va...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks' victory over Scotland, the A-League derby and the Pacific Championships final. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 9 November. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first Tairāwhiti rugby stars to grace the world stage emerged with the 1924 Invincibles. It's been over 100 years since the 1924-1925 All Blacks, including fullback Geoge Nepia and halfback Jimmy Mill, were feted as all-conquering warriors after the team sailed into Wellington. Performance coach Owen Eastwood is looking back on this piece of history as part of a new podcast - and he joined Pin...

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica's voicing his disagreement with the first of two red cards they copped - despite prevailing in the opening New Zealand derby of the new season in football's A-League. The visitors were 2-1 victors over the Phoenix in Wellington, but had to survive the sending offs of Dan Hall in the 49th minute and Logan Rogerson in the 79th. Coach Steve Corica joined Piney to discus...

Scotland cut it close, but they were ultimately defeated by the All Blacks in Murrayfield. The Kiwi side left with a 25-17 win victory, despite allowing the Scots back into the game after halftime and get back to 17-all. Scottish rugby journalist David Barnes joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In spite of a second half collapse at Murrayfield, the All Blacks will head for London tomorrow with their Grand Slam hopes alive. The 25-17 win against Scotland sees the All Blacks go two from two - despite having a 17-nil halftime lead whittled down in the second spell for the Scots to draw level. All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen joined Piney to explain the win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudi...

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...

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 p...

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...

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...

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.   “We’re really lo...

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 te...

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, a...

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 tol...

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.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 2 November. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.