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Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon, Weekend Sport on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.
Whether it's on the international stage, or at the grassroots, we talk to the players, coaches, our sport correspondents and journalists, and most importantly... you.
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Usyk-Fury clash: Usyk crowned heavyweight champion in split decision win
Oleksandr Usyk has claimed a split decision victory over Tyson Fury in their unification heavyweight title fight in Saudi Arabia. The undefeated Ukrainian was on...
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'The excitement will rise': Black Ferns star Michaela Blyde keeps clear head before 2024 Paris Olympics
Black Ferns sevens star Michaela Blyde is hyping herself up for the Paris Olympics - but she aims to focus on her upcoming tournaments first. The team are gearing...
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'Absolutely amazing': Fox Sports commentator unpacks the hype around this weekend's NRL magic round
All eyes are on Brisbane, where the Warriors are expected to go up against the Panthers in this afternoon's NRL magic round. Fox Sports commentator James Graham...
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Former Wellington Phoenix forward looks back on 'memorable' season for the team
The Phoenix's season has drawn to a close after last night's defeat. Wellington's dream season is over after a 2-1 extra-time defeat to Melbourne Victory in last...
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Yellow fever takes Wellington by storm
As the Phoenix prepare for their biggest game in their history, their supporters club, Yellow Fever, are also in preparations to cheer their team to victory. Elliott...
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Kiwi cyclist undertakes record-setting solo journey across Australia
A kiwi cyclist is making a solo bid for a new world record. Joanna Sharp is cycling solo from Darwin to Melbourne via Uluru, on a 4600km journey. She’s aiming...
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Gordon Hunter's a "great team man" - Sam Darry
The Blues are flying high in Super Rugby as they prepare for their match against the Highlanders. The two teams are facing off, both aiming to take the Gordon Hunter...
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"Best fighter of this era" determined by Fury-Usyk fight
For the first time since 1999 a World Heavyweight unification fight will be taking place. Britain's Tyson Fury is squaring off against Ukraine's Oleksander Usyk...
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Spot-fixing scandal "almost overshadows" A-League semifinals
It's been a turbulent 24 hours for the A-League. Not only were they preparing for the second leg of the semifinals, but they were also hit with a spot-fixing scandal...
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A-League spot-fixing scandal "unsportsmanlike, unkiwi, and unaustralian"
The A-League has been hit by a spot fixing scandal. Three current players from Macarthur FC are involved, including the current All White Clayton Lewis. Elliott...
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"We've shown this year we do have what it takes": Phoenix striker previews the semifinal
It's the biggest day in Wellington Phoenix history as they prepare for the second leg of their A-League semifinals. The Nix are facing the Melbourne Victory tonight...
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Phil Gifford: ‘Super Sid’ was a nickname that fairly defined the man
Peter Sloane, an All Blacks hooker, says he once bawled out his Hikurangi club flanker for allowing Sid Going, Mid-Northern’s halfback, to bump him off in the tackle...
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'Biggest in the team's history': Wellington Phoenix supporters gearing up for Melbourne Victory clash
The Wellington Phoenix fans are coming together to support the team ahead of their anticipated clash against the Victory in Melbourne. One supporter, Christian,...
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Harlem Globetrotter Wham Middleton ahead of the team's NZ tour
The Harlem Globetrotters are expected to tour New Zealand this July, stopping in Auckland, Wellington, New Plymouth, Christchurch and Hamilton. Globetrotter Wham...
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James McOnie: Recapping the Blues v Canes match
James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild recaps the Blues v Hurricanes match, talks the Crusaders v Blues - and discusses the Wellington Phoenix and Richie Mo'unga's...
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Tactix Defender outlines strategy ahead of tonight's ANZ Premiership clash
Expect the Tactix to talk up a storm on court against the also-unbeaten Central Pulse in the ANZ Premiership this afternoon at Palmerston North. Tactix defender...
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'We stepped it up another gear': Defender Kelly Jackson hopeful ahead of ANZ Premiership round
Round 5 of netball's ANZ Premiership is expected to begin this evening. Accomplished defender Kelly Jackson joined Piney ahead of the event. LISTEN ABOVE
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Former A-League player suspects Phoenix will take 'pragmatic' approach ahead of tonight's clash
The Wellington Phoenix are gearing up for the first leg of their A-League semi-final against the Melbourne Victory. In their three meetings this season, the Phoenix...
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Warriors v Sydney Roosters: What can we expect?
The Warriors are determined to out-muscle a physical Roosters pack through the middle in this afternoon's NRL encounter in Sydney. The Mt Smart club go in off the...
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Former Olympian Ian Ferguson looks back on athletic career
Ahead of the 2024 Paris Games, one of New Zealand's most accomplished Olympians is looking back at his athletic career. Ian Ferguson won three gold medals at the...
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"We'll be dealing with a different beast": Dave Dillon on the Crusaders' vulnerability
The Crusaders are now in 'must win' territory as they head down to Dunedin to face the Highlanders. Piney caught up with Highlander's assistant Dave Dillon to dig...
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Craig Bellamy's "in the conversation" for the best ever Australian Coach
Craig Bellamy has extended his contract with Melbourne Storm. Piney was joined by our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock to discuss how important that signing...
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Blues will miss Reiko during tonight's clash - Mark Tele'a
The Blues are angling for the top spot. They’re preparing to face the Hurricanes in tonight’s match, missing their star midfielder Reiko Ioane who's sitting out...
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An "awesome clash" expected between Blues and Hurricanes - Josh Moorby
The Hurricanes are facing the Blues in a top of the table clash. Making their way to Auckland, the match is kicking off this afternoon at Eden Park. Piney caught...
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Players likely "a bit deflated" by NZR's attempts to pull Richie Mo'unga
Damian McKenzie and Stephen Perofeta would be in their rights to feel aggrieved at New Zealand Rugby’s attempts to bring Richie Mo’unga back from Japan, former Crusaders...
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‘Blacklisted’: Ex-Black Cap takes aim at NZ Cricket
Ex-Black Caps batter Colin Munro believes he was “blacklisted” by New Zealand Cricket for opting to ply his trade as a Twenty20 freelancer. Munro, 37, has not played...
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James McOnie: Everything went wrong for the Crusaders
James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the weekend's Super Rugby results, the NBA playoffs, the Wellington Phoenix, the EPL's two-horse race...
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Do elite players make better coaches?
When it comes to coaching, there's debate over whether former elite players make for better coaches. Coaching guru Wayne Goldsmith offers his answer to these questions. LISTEN...
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Amnesty International expert voices concerns over Qatar hosting high-profile sports events
A sports expert from Amnesty International has expressed surprise over Qatar's interest in hosting a Nations Championship event. Reports have surfaced about the...
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Warriors coach outlines team's plan ahead of Newcastle clash
The Warriors are striving for a defensive effort that reaps more control as they look to break out of a slump in league's NRL. This afternoon's game against the...
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