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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James McOnie: How did the Winter Olympics start off?
James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the start of the Winter Olympics, the Super Rugby season and the upcoming Super Bowl. LISTEN ABOVE
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Super Bowl LX: All you need to know
The New England Patriots are set to face off against the Seattle Seahawks tomorrow as part of Super Bowl LX. The match, which is a repeat of Super Bowl XLIX in 2014,...
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'It's huge': 13-year-old Elise Barber set to take part in Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific golf championship
13-year-old Elise Barber is set to be facing off against some of New Zealand's best women amateur golfers next week. Barber got a late call-up to Women's Amateur...
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NRL All Stars weekend: What can fans expect?
The 2026 NRL All Stars fixtures are set to take place next weekend. Both the men's and women's fixtures will be played at FMG Stadium Waikato, beginning next Sunday. Parramatta...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 08 February 2026
Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 8 February. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and...
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Highlanders hoping to turn luck around this Super Rugby season
The Highlanders expect to know more early this week on Fabian Holland's shoulder injury suffered in Super Rugby pre-season. Last year's World Rugby breakthrough...
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'Intense': Jono Gibbes speaks ahead of Super Rugby coaching debut
Jono Gibbes is set to make his debut as the new coach of the Chiefs for the 2026 Super Rugby season. Former coach Clayton McMillan confirmed he was set to leave...
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'There's opportunity there': Hurricanes coach speaks ahead of Super Rugby season
The Hurricanes are hoping for a strong start as the Super Rugby season gets underway. The Chiefs recently pumped the Hurricanes 29-nil in their Super Rugby preseason...
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Six Nations: England demolishes Wales at Twickenham
England's demolished Wales 48-7 at Twickenham to extend their winning run to 12 games and launch their Six Nations rugby title bid in style. Scotland has fallen...
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New rules changes set to debut for 2026 Super Rugby season
Super Rugby Pacific is set to return for another year, but things will look different this time round. The new law changes are designed to reduce stoppages, inspire...
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"TV ratings mean a lot": The logistical issues of the Auckland State of Origin match
According to reports, New Zealand is set to host a State of Origin game next year. Code Sports is reporting that the second game of the 2027 series will be held...
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Auckland FC determined to escape rut and return to high-scoring form
A significant match for Auckland FC this afternoon. It was a rough start to the year for the club, with three losses and only one win in January – including a last-minute...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 07 February 2026
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 7th February 2026, more details are being revealed on the fallout of Scott Robertsons All Blacks coaching...
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'No one person can fill that space': Moana Pasifika prepare for season without Ardie Savea
It was a breakthrough season for Moana Pasifika in 2025. With six victories, including wins over the Hurricanes, Highlanders, Blues, and Crusaders, the team ended...
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"Smart recruitment helps": Blues look to retool after losing several key players
The Blues are looking down the barrel of an interesting start to the Super Rugby season. They were the 2024 Champions, but a rough season saw them slip down the...
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"Privilege and honour": Rob Penney on another season with the Crusaders, defending the title
The defending champions, the Crusaders are kicking off their Super Rugby title defence on Friday with a clash against the Highlanders in Dunedin. It’s a contrast...
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"Promoted to the level of in-confidence": Why Razor's Crusaders success didn't translate to the ABs
New details have been revealed in the tale of Scott Robertson’s sudden departure from the All Blacks. NZ Herald Editor-at-Large Shayne Currie has delved into the...
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James McOnie: Recapping the action from the Australian Open
James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss on the Australian Open, the upcoming Super Rugby season and the T20 World Cup. LISTEN ABOVE
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Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship: What can golf fans expect?
The Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship is set to get underway at the Royal Wellington Golf Club later this month. Amateur golfer Caitlin Maurice joined Piney...
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Explained: What is Hyrox and why are people into it?
The BYD Auckland Hyrox competition has kicked off for another year. The race combines eight 1km bouts of running and eight workout stations, with more Kiwis getting...
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Wellington Blaze beat out Auckland Hearts in women's T20
Wellington Blaze skipper Jess Kerr has revealed the secret of the side's winning culture after claiming a third-straight women's Super Smash T20 title in Christchurch. Beating...
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Northern Brave scores victory over Canterbury Kings in Super Smash T20 final
Captain Robbie O'Donnell is relieved the Northern Brave men's cricket team didn't fall at the final hurdle. The Braves have beaten the Canterbury Kings by five wickets...
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Auckland FC's Jesse Randall to sign on with Dundee United
In-form Auckland FC forward Jesse Randall is on the move after the current season in football's A-League. Scottish Premiership side Dundee United have announced...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 01 February 2026
Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 1 February. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and...
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Djokovic v Alcaraz: Tennis stars chasing records at Australian Open
History is on the line for both the men's singles finalists at the Australian Open tonight. The match between 38-year-old Novak Djokovic and 22-year-old Carlos Alcaraz. Tennis...
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T20 World Cup 2026: What can fans expect?
The tenth edition of the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup is set to kick off next week. The event will run from February 7 to March 8, kicking off with Pakistan taking...
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"We know how to win": Wellington Blaze confident heading into Super Smash Final
The Wellington Blaze have made it into the Super Smash Finals. They’re facing off against the Auckland Hearts tomorrow at Hagley Oval, both teams vying for the...
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"The Grand Final of Grand Finals": Brad Thorn reflects on career, new book 'Champions Do Extra'
One of the most enduring two-code careers in Australasian sport belongs to Brad Thorn. An All Black, Crusader, Highlander, Bronco, Queenslander, and Kangaroo, Thorn...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 31 January 2026
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 31st January 2026, an incredible night of tennis was served up at Rod Laver Arena last night, with both...
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"Remarkable" matches set the stage for intense Aussie Open Grand Final
The top four men's seeds have played out a pair of epic semifinals at the Australian Tennis Open. 10-time champion Novak Djokovic will meet number one seed Carlos...
