Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

The All Blacks have opened their Rugby Championship campaign with a 41-24 win over Argentina. New Zealand took a commanding 31-10 lead at halftime, before Los Pumas threatened an early second-half fightback to close the margin to 31-24. Former All Black and rugby commentator Frank Bunce says the team will be 'satisfied' by the win - despite some issues at the end. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/l...

The All Blacks have made a positive start to their Rugby Championship campaign, with a 41-24 victory over Argentina in Cordoba. New Zealand stunned the hosts with a four-try first half onslaught, to lead 31-10 at the break. Los Pumas came back with two tries in the second half to close the gap to seven, before a double to hooker Samisoni Taukeiaho snuffed out a fight back. All Blacks assistant coa...

Sail GP hits Germany this weekend for the 8th event of the 12-event season.  The Black Foils are top of the leaderboard for the first time since January after victory in the last regatta in Portsmouth.  Flight controller Leo Takahashi joined Piney for a chat ahead of this weekend’s regatta.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tall Blacks have survived a stern examination of their Asia Cup basketball title ambitions to beat Lebanon 90-86 for a place in the semi-finals.  New Zealand's come back from a 20-point deficit at quarter time and will now play China in the last four.  Point Guard Taylor Britt joined Piney ahead of their big match against China.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener f...

The Wallabies kick off their Rugby Championship in a daunting fashion.  They’re facing the Springboks at Ellis Park, seeking their first win in Johannesburg since 1963.  Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joins Piney to describe the optimism levels (or lack thereof) ahead of the clash.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 16th August 2025, the Warriors have snapped their losing streak and find themselves back in the NRL's top 4 after a scratchy win over the Dragons. Assistant coach Richard Agar joined Piney to discuss their relief in finally getting a win.  Argentina rugby legend Hugo Porta reflects on his career as Los Pumas host the All Blacks Sunday...

The New Zealand Darts Masters is underway, defending champion Luke Humphries beginning his title defence.   One of darts’ icons, Russ Bray is on our shores for the competition.   He joined Piney to discuss his legendary career as a darts referee and the rise of Luke Littler through the ranks.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new English Premier League season is underway – Liverpool kicking off their defence with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth.  It was an emotional night, the team paying tribute to Diogo Jota, who tragically died last month.   Expert football analyst Dominic Fifield joined Piney to preview the new season of the EPL and offer his thoughts on Liverpool’s odds of defending their title.  LIS...

Heartland Championship Rugby kicks off today in Waihi, with a rematch of last year’s Meads Cup Final – Thames Valley clashing with Mid Canterbury.  Thames Valley CEO Scott Penney joined the show ahead of kick-off to chat with Piney about the impact of winning last year’s competition on the province, and their plans to defend the title.   “We've done a lot in our community to boost number...

Delivering away from home under pressure is the focus for the All Blacks, as they face their first road assignment of 2025.  On the other hand, the Argentinian team is eager to claim victory over the boys in black at home.  Hugo Porta was one of the great Argentinian players, having kicked 21 points in a 21-all draw against the New Zealand side in 1985 – the Los Pumas’ best result at the...

The Warriors have regained their place in the NRL's top four with a thrilling 14-10 comeback victory over a brave Dragons outfit in Auckland.  The Warriors recovered from a 10-point deficit to snap a three-game losing streak after the visitors lost three forwards before halftime due to concussion.  Assistant Coach Richard Agar joined Piney for a chat about how pleasing it is to snap thei...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the Black Ferns' upcoming matches and the ongoing NPC season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tall Blacks are quarter-final bound at basketball's Asia Cup, after a commanding 118-78 win over Chinese Taipei in Jeddah. New Zealand led 49-35 at halftime, before outscoring their opponents 69-43 in the second half. Tall Blacks star Flynn Cameron joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Ferns are set to begin their Rugby World Cup title defence and excitement is growing. Many of the newly-confirmed squad will be heading to their first World Cup match, including Sevens star Jorja Miller. She joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 10 August. 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.

Two-time sailor of the year and iconic America’s Cup commentator Peter Lester has died aged 70.  Lester's sailing career saw him compete in three America’s Cup campaigns as a tactician.  He then became an expert voice on the sport from the mid-1990s and was part of the world feed team for last year's America’s Cup in Barcelona. Broadcaster PJ Montgomery joined Piney to pay tribute. LISTE...

New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson insists there's been no pushback from All Blacks coach Scott Robertson over the details of Richie Mo'unga's 18-month contract. On his return next July, the first five will have to play for the Canterbury NPC team first - as he won't be eligible for tests until October 2026. Mark Robinson joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener...

The Warriors are determined to fight their way back into the NRL's top four after three losses on the trot. Their heavy 32-14 defeat at the hands of the Bulldogs in Sydney leaves the team fifth on the ladder - the first time since mid-April that they've been outside of the top four. FOX sports commentator Jake Duke joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for the 9th of August 2025, Richie Mo'unga has confirmed his return to New Zealand rugby. Former All Blacks Coach Sir Steve Hansen joined to discuss the news. A Government proposal around online gambling could see community and grassroot sport have their funding undercut - Martin Sneddon unpacks the impact the bill would have on the sector. An...

The quarter finals of the Australian Darts Masters is upon us.  The opening quarter-final tie sees world number four Stephen Bunting take on World Series debutant Josh Rock.  Bunting joined Jason Pine for a chat about the Masters and the success he’s had so far this year.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are anticipating a mirror image of themselves when they take on the Bulldogs in tonight's NRL clash in Sydney.  The Bulldogs sit third on the competition ladder, four points ahead of the 5th placed Warriors.   Former Warrior, now commentator, Monty Betham joined Jason Pine to preview the clash – giving his thoughts on whether the Warriors will bounce back from their two loss...

The Government has been accused of undermining community sport with its plans for online casinos.  It's is preparing to licence up to 15 online casinos as it regulates online gambling for the first time.  The online operators won't need to give returns to sporting clubs or other community groups, like is required of other licensed gambling, like Lotto, TAB, and pokies.  The leaders...

Former All Blacks coach Sir Steve Hansen thinks getting former New Zealand and Crusaders star playmaker Richie Mo'unga back for the next World Cup is a good bit of business all round.  Hansen's been on the ground in Japan at Toyota Verblitz, where Mo'unga's guided Toshiba to back-to-back titles in the top league.  He told Jason Pine he's got no doubt the 31-year-old will hit the ground r...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the NPC season, Cam Roigard's foot injury and the Lions v Wallabies match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zac Prendergast made history as the first New Zealander to officiate on the iconic Tour de France. Prendergast, who officiated at the Tokyo Olympics and Paris Paralympics, was selected by cycling’s world governing body for the 2025 event. He joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.