Weekend Sport with Jason Pine
12pm-3pm Weekends
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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Adam Peacock: Elite bowling dominates day 1 in Perth
17 wickets have fallen on the first day of the first test between Australia and India. Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Jason Pine to try make sense...
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Italy faces a "massive challenge" in All Blacks clash
Italy are facing a significant challenge this weekend. They’re facing off against the All Blacks for the final game in the AB’s Northern Tour, playing at Allianz...
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"It's been easy fitting in": Leo Takahashi joins the Black Foils
The Black Foils have a new flight controller. Leo Takahashi has joined the team as they prepare for the newest Sail GP season. He joined Piney for a chat about his...
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"A lot of hard work" going into Black Foils' Sail GP preparations
The newest Sail GP season is about to get underway. The Black Foils are preparing to set sail on the seas in Dubai. Piney caught up with co-CEO and river Peter...
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"Five or six days where everything goes right": Glenn Maxwell on his iconic cricket moments
Glenn Maxwell is one of Australia's most entertaining cricketers. He recently released ‘The Showman’, a book detailing his recovery from a broken leg in 2022 to...
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'A cool sport': What's behind basketball's rising popularity?
Secondary school basketball is on the rise. Participation has jumped 61% since 2000, and if it keeps growing at its current rate it will be NZ's most-played sport...
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NZ Rugby "heartened" by the game's trajectory
The rugby year has nearly reached its end. The All Blacks are capping off the year with the final match in their Northern Tour – a clash against Italy. NZ Rugby...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 23 November 2024
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 23rd November 2024, the rugby year is nearly finished as the All Blacks take on Italy in their final test...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 17 November 2024
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 16th November 2024, the All Blacks have come up just short in their test against France - falling 30-29...
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James McOnie: All Blacks suffer scrappy defeat to France
James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks losing to England, the Springboks beating out England, Tim Southee's retirement and...
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All Whites gearing up for Samoa clash after Vanuatu victory
The All Whites have taken another step towards the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dominant 8-1 victory over Vanuatu in Hamilton. They're set to go up against Samoa...
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Finn Butcher looks back on gold-winning Paris performance
Finn Butcher stunned sports fans across the country with his gold medal-winning athletic performance. Following his victory in the Kayak Cross event at the 2024...
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'They let themselves down': Brad Shields responds to the All Blacks' narrow loss to France
The All Blacks' hopes of an unbeaten end-of-season tour have been dashed after a narrow 30-29 loss to France in Paris. New Zealand led 17-10 at the break, but were...
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'Gutted': All Blacks coach on the team's narrow loss in Paris
A sudden comeback from the French put an end to the All Blacks' northern tour hot streak. The All Blacks led 17-10 at halftime, but multiple errors saw France beat...
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Playing by Aussie rules: NZ Falcons to compete in AFL Pacific Cup
The New Zealand Falcons are off to the AFL Pacific Cup. They’ve named their team, which is set to travel over to Queensland’s Sunshine Coast to compete from the...
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"Hugely exciting": New Premier Hockey League gets underway
New Zealand’s premier hockey league has gotten a bit of a redesign. Hockey NZ sees the new league as the pinnacle of domestic hockey, representing an exciting addition...
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Wallabies' victory over England was a "pleasant surprise"
The Wallabies have made a triumphant return, snapping their three-game losing streak with a victory over England. Piney was joined by our regular Australia Correspondent...
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'Continue the momentum': New World Rugby Chair reveals his vision
There’s a new man at the helm of World Rugby. Dr Brett Robinson has been elected as the new World Rugby Chair, taking over from Sir Bill Beumont, who’s stepping...
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Antoine Dupont "a huge influence" on French side - Ian Borthwick
Les Bleus are preparing for their test against the All Blacks, buoyed by the return of their captain Antoine Dupont from his time in the French 7s team. They’ll...
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"Fulfilled a childhood dream": Tim Southee reflects on his test career
One of New Zealand’s greatest bowlers is retiring from the international stage. Tim Southee has announced his retirement from test cricket, England’s upcoming tour...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 16 November 2024
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 16th November 2024, the All Blacks are looking to continue their end of year tour winning run as they...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2024
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 10th November 2024, Neil Wagner has released his autobiography, All Out. He joined Piney in studio to...
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James McOnie: World-class weekend for the All Blacks
James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the e All Blacks v Ireland match, the Wallabies v England match, Man City's latest slump and the Black...
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Kiwi Ferns prepared to face the Aussies in weekend final
The Kiwi Ferns are gearing up for a shot at the women's rugby league Pacific Championship title. New Zealand face Australia in the final in Sydney from ten to four. Kiwi...
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Grant Nisbett talks career standouts after calling 350th All Blacks test
Famed rugby commentator Grant Nisbett called his 350th All Blacks test over the weekend during the team's clash with Ireland in Dublin. The 73-year-old has been...
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Southern Orcas launch bid to join NRL competition
A third Christchurch-based bid to join league's NRL claim they're making the necessary improvements to get support for entry from the governing body. The Southern...
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Neil Wagner talks sporting accomplishments in new book All Out
Black Caps bowler Neil Wagner is considered one of New Zealand's cricket greats. His new memoir All Out expands on his sporting triumphs and tells his story all...
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Adam Peacock gives an update on a big week of horse racing
It’s another big day of horse racing across the ditch. Today is Champions Stakes Day in Australia, the finale for the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Australian Correspondent...
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"We have to stay hungry": Breakers remain competitive after topping NBL table
The Breakers are flying high in the NBL. They’re at the top of the table after two huge wins – claiming victory over both the Adelaide 36ers and Melbourne United. Piney...
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"Pretty special": White Ferns recap their 'unforgettable' T20 win
The White Ferns have returned home with the T20 World Cup in tow. They claimed their maiden title with a 32-run victory over South Africa after entering the tournament...
