Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

A major boost for the Black Caps as they head to Lord's for the first cricket test against England starting Thursday. Spinner Mitchell Santner is joining them much earlier than anticipated after recovering from a shoulder issue. Black Cap Blair Tickner 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 31 May. 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 New York Knicks are set to make history ahead of the NBA finals. The team will head to the NBA finals for the first time this century. Sports podcaster GlennyBalls joined Piney to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues will head to Christchurch for a Saturday afternoon date with the Crusaders in the opening week of the Super Rugby playoffs. A 59-34 defeat to the Chiefs has consigned them to fourth, while the Chiefs will welcome the Reds next Saturday night and the Hurricanes will host the Brumbies. Chiefs lock Naitoa Ah Kuoi joined Piney to recap the win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

The Penrith Panthers are set to host the Warriors tonight at Commbank Stadium in round 13 of the NRL. Kickoff time is at 8:15pm, and there's hope among Kiwi fans that the Warriors can extend their winning streak to seven matches. Australian sports broadcaster Mark Geyer joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington Phoenix defender Tim Payne has been adopted by millions of South American fans as their hero for the upcoming Football World Cup.  The All White's Instagram followers count has exploded from fewer than 5000 to more than 2.4 million in just two days, after being chosen as the subject of fandom by Argentine football influencer El Scarso.  Payne says he’s trying to process his ne...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 30th May 2026, we may be getting a behind the scenes docuseries of the All Blacks, so Dame Julie Christie joined to share her thoughts on the idea.  Sevu Reece became a centurion as the Crusaders dominated the Hurricanes last night. He joined Piney to unpack the milestone.  And All White Tim Payne has skyrocketed to social media...

A behind the scenes look at the All Blacks could be coming to our screens.  NZ Rugby had reportedly been in talks with Netflix late last year about the production of a docuseries built around the events of the 2025 season.  However, with the jettison of Scott Robertson as coach eight weeks after the season concluded, a new storyline has emerged – one that connects the events of 2025 with...

The Crusaders put a rotated Hurricanes side to the sword in Christchurch yesterday, running out 47-14 winners.  Newly capped centurion Sevu Reece dotted down for two tries and was handed the kicking tee from the sideline by first five Taha Kemara after his second.  The week leading up to the game was very emotional and full on, Reece told Piney, full of reflecting on the journey that led...

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC's big win, and the Warriors' sixth straight win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon-Leigh Litt has been running hard, and she's determined to break records by running 1000 marathons by September. The current Guinness World Record is 200 days, but she's determined to beat that. 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 24 May. 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.

Auckland FC have become the first New Zealand team to win an A-League football title after beating Sydney FC 1-nil in the final. Cam Howieson scored the winner in the 60th minute, his first goal for the club, to claim the Joe Marston medal for player of the match. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker joined Piney to discuss the 'incredible' win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The Crusaders have kept their chase for a home playoff match alive with a thrilling 36-32 win over the Chiefs in Christchurch. The home side battled back from eight points down with 15 minutes to go to remain unbeaten at their new stadium. Crusaders assistant coach Brad Mooar joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night was a big one for Auckland FC, after the Kiwi side beat Sydney FC 1-nil to win the A-League title. A victory parade was held in the city's CBD and sports fans are celebrating hard after Auckland FC claimed this title. Former footballer Paul Ifill joined Piney to discuss the win further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the biggest day in Auckland FC’s short history.  Just two years into their existence, the team is facing Sydney FC in the A-League Grand Final tonight at a sold-out Mt Smart Stadium.  CEO Nick Becker told Piney it’s definitely a bit of a pinch me moment.  He says they wanted to be competitive, wanted to win silverware, and it’s an incredible feeling to be able to right, today’s...

Tonight is a night for the history books, as Auckland FC looks to claim the A-League title in their second ever season.  They’re going up against Sydney FC at a sold-out Mt Smart Stadium – the first time New Zealand has hosted a Grand Final.   And watching from the sidelines is Oli Sail, a goalie for the team who was knocked out of the season in February with a knee injury.  He told...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 23rd May 2026, it's all A-League Grand Final as Piney brings you the show from the home of Auckland FC, Tyler Street.  Jake Girdwood-Reich, Patrick Kisnorbo, Erik Paartalu, and Steve Rosich are among those who joined the show ahead of the final showdown.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and...

Auckland FC is one match away from making history, having made it to the A-League Grand Finals in their second-ever season.  They’re facing Syndey FC tonight at a sold out Mt Smart Stadium.  Now a hugely respected football analyst, Erik Paartalu won two A-League championships and a premiership as part of the Brisbane Roar.  He told Piney that Auckland FC is really feared around the...

Sydney coach Patrick Kisnorbo is taking a siege mentality into tonight's A-League Grand Final against Auckland FC.  They’ve made the trip across the Tasman to meet the Black Knights at a sold-out Mt Smart Stadium, aiming to spoil their party and take home the title.  Kisnorbo took up the coaching role in March, and he told Piney the key to the team’s success was simply showing the player...

Auckland FC's Jake Girdwood-Reich hopes to break the heart of his younger self come the final whistle of tonight's A-League Men's Grand Final at Mt Smart.  The Sydney-born defender signed with Sydney FC Youth at the age of 12 and won an Australia Cup with the Sky Blues in 2023.  But tonight he’s aiming to claim victory over his former side, as Auckland FC aim to make history and claim th...

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC making the A-League Grand Final, the Hurricanes beating the Blues and Luke Metcalf's departure from the Warriors. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC boss Nick Becker is gearing up for a big week ahead as the club prepares to play in - and host - an A-League grand final next weekend. Tickets go on sale for next Saturday night's decider tomorrow, with members in the morning and general public in the afternoon. Becker joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Magic Round is continuing on, and the Warriors are hoping to get their fifth consecutive win tonight. The team is facing off against the Brisbane Broncos this evening, and one former Warrior is joined Piney to outline his predictions. Mark Tookey joined Piney to speculate, and look back on his own legacy. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 17 May. 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.