Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

The losing run continues for the Crusaders. The reigning Super Rugby Pacific champions have lost to the Fijian Drua in Lautoka for a second straight year, to be winless after three games. Former Crusaders flanker Reuben Thorne joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The three Kiwi Indycar drivers have qualified alongside each other for tomorrow's season opener in St Petersburg, Florida. Scott McLaughlin will be ninth on the grid, Marcus Armstrong 10th and Scott Dixon will be 11th. Scott McLaughlin himself joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks 50 years since New Zealand's first test cricket victory against Australia. Back in 1974 in Lancaster Park, New Zealand's side walked away with their first victory against the Aussies. Glenn Turner played a key role in getting New Zealand that first win- and he joined Piney today to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes are facing the Blues tonight in the marquee match of this round of Super Rugby.   Ahead of the match, Piney decided to catch up with Blues midfielder Rieko Ioane to get a feel for how the game may play out.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And incident involving Sam Kerr, a cab driver and a police officer has landed the Matlidas Captain in hot water.   Our Australian Correspondent joined Piney to discuss what the fallout has been, along with keeping us up to date with all the other big stories from across the ditch   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph Parker has had another big win in his quest to become a two-time world heavyweight champion.   He beat out the highly regarded Chinese fighter Zhilei Zhang, claiming the WBO interim world heavyweight championship title.   Piney caught up with Boxing commentator Mike Angove to analyse the fight.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night was a tough loss for the Warriors.   The team was playing a home game against the Cronulla Sharks as their NRL opener, losing 16-12 at Mount Smart Stadium.   Piney caught up with former Warrior and commentator Adam Blair to discuss what went wrong, and whether the weight of expectations got the better of the team.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps are once again finding themselves up against a wall.   The second test against the Australian cricket team is off to an unfortunate start, the Black Caps getting bowled out on day one.   Piney caught up with Former Australian coach John Buchanan to discuss why the Black Caps always struggle against our neighbours from across the ditch.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Piney and Bonnie break down the latest outings for the Phoenix men and women, with 13 goals across the two matches. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix are set to clash against Adelaide United in a home game this evening. Football commentator Jacob Spoonley joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss sevens, rugby in the USA and the Australia v Blackcaps cricket test. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes' journey in Australia continues, with the team set to clash against the Reds. This game marks vice-captain Jordie Barrett's 100th match. He joined Piney to discuss this milestone. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The main NRL season is set to begin, with the opening-round games kicking off in Vegas this afternoon. The Warriors are bracing themselves for a sold-out opening campaign, beginning with Friday's match against the Sharks. Warriors captain Tohu Harris joined Piney to recap the last set of pre-season matches. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Breakers are bracing themselves for another high-stakes playoffs match on Monday. This comes off the back of the team's 83-76 win over the Sydney Kings on Wednesday. Breakers coach Mody Maor is feeling optimistic- and he joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the NRL season kicking off in Vegas this weekend, an inside scoop was needed.   Fox League’s Lara Pitt joined Piney from across the globe to give him an insight into the building hype and the locals feelings.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket bats are essential to the game, and much like anything else, there are good ones and bad ones.   But what makes a bat perfect?   Pete Grace, the man behind Grace Cricket NZ joined Piney to discuss all the qualities that make a bat quality.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL is heading to Las Vegas.   Piney caught up with our Australian correspondent to discuss whether or not that's a success for the league, as well as all the other stories making headlines across the ditch.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The America’s Cup is right around the corner and teams across the world are starting their preparations.   Piney caught up with one of New Zealand’s competitors for the ‘Auld Mug’, team president of French Orient Express Racing, Stephan Kandler to find out how their preparations are coming along.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Round has gotten underway in Melbourne.   Despite reports of the potential demise of the Rebels, they still managed to grab a win for their hometown fans.   Andy Ellis is in Melbourne for NZR+ and spared a moment to chat to Piney about the Rugby and the excitement levels in the city.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps once again find themselves staring down the barrel of another big defeat at the hands of the Australians.   Piney caught up with Former Black Caps captain Ken Rutherford to discuss what seems to be keeping us from beating our neighbours across the ditch.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney and Bonnie review a ninth straight unbeaten outing for the Phoenix men and assess the Phoenix women's chances of making the top six with six games remaining. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joins Piney to discuss the Olympics, the Super Rugby season and the Black Caps v Australia test. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane van Gisbergen has finished third in his second race in NASCAR's Xfinity series. The Kiwi finished 0.281 seconds behind winner Austin Hill, who's now won the first two events of the series. Motorsport expert Eric Thompson joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scotland's have retained rugby's Calcutta Cup with a 30-21 win over England at Murrayfield. Ireland now the only unbeaten side after a 31-7 triumph over Wales in Dublin. Scottish rugby expert David Barnes joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's in third after the opening day of the Sydney SailGP leg. The third and final race of day one was the highlight for the Nathan Outteridge-driven boat, posting a victory after a third and fifth. SailGP NZ strategist Liv Mackay joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.