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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Newstalk ZB
Super Rugby
All Blacks
New Zealand
New Zealand Rugby
Scott Robertson
Sail GP
Crusaders
Wellington Phoenix
Auckland FC
Australian Open
Chiefs
Rugby
T20 World Cup
a-League
Warriors
Super Rugby Pacific
Auckland
Cricket
Sailgp
Winter Olympics

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

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This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC's victory and the Warriors' winning streak.

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The Ocean Race will return to New Zealand for the first time since 2018 as part of the next cycle in 2027.

The event will see the fleet travel halfway around the world before they are back on land.

Ocean Race chair Richard Brisius joined Piney to... more

Next week marks the start of Asthma Awareness Week 2026, and one All Blacks star has opened up about his experiences with the condition.

Julian Savea has been battling asthma for his whole life, but he says the condition's nothing to fear.

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The Warriors have extended their winning streak to four after a 36-14 NRL win over Parramatta in Sydney, perched second on the table heading into their bye weekend.

Incumbent halves Tanah Boyd and Chanel Harris-Tavita guided the team to victory in ... more

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Recent Guests

Lachlan Brook
Professional footballer for Auckland FC
Auckland FC
Episode: Lachlan Brook: Auckland FC winger ahead of the team's clash against the Central Coast Mariners
Guy Harrison
New Zealand's number one disability golfer, All Abilities Golf Champion
Disability golf community
Episode: Guy Harrison: national golf championship winner on the impact of his victory
Alofiana Khan-Pereira
Warriors winger, former Titans player
New Zealand Warriors
Episode: Alofiana Khan-Pereira: Warriors player on the side beating out the Gold Coast Titans
Daniel Sinkinson
Chiefs winger, scored the late try that sparked the comeback
Chiefs
Episode: Dan Sinkinson: Chiefs winger on the side beating out the Hurricanes
Brendon Gibson
Chair of Auckland Cricket
Auckland Cricket
Episode: Brendon Gibson: Auckland Cricket Chair on the organisation's move to Colin Maiden Park
Brett McKay
Australian-based broadcaster, writer, commentator, host of the 8ix9ine Rugby podcast
8ix9ine Rugby / Australian rugby media
Episode: Brett McKay and Liam Napier: Sports journalists discuss the demise of Moana Pasifika
Brian Ashby
Christchurch-based rugby commentator
ZB/Crusaders coverage
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 18 April 2026
Brendan Gibson
Chair of Auckland Cricket
Auckland Cricket
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 18 April 2026
Mila Reuelu-Buchanan
Captain of the Stars netball team
Northern Stars
Episode: Mila Reuelu-Buchanan: Northern Stars captain on the start of the ANZ Premiership

Host

Jason Pine
Host of Weekend Sport, engaging with guests and providing commentary on various sporting events.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Better with Piney

    So much better since Jason Pine took over from Martin Devlin. One hundred times better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    orcapoise
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Simon Drought

    Go the Nix!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon Drought
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Sports fan

    Great interviews with some big name players. More motorsports Marty!

    Enjoy your passion for the team you support

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kiwi merd
    New Zealand6 years ago
  • Yes boy

    Murray Deaker would be proud

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nik Cella
    Australia7 years ago
  • Drs podcast

    Big fan of Marty and listened most days when he was on during the but struggle to be able to listen to the show on weekends so have had a look at the podcasts. What a mess!! Who ever put this together needs an uppercut, unnecessarily hard to navigate through. Probably the worst I’ve seen

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rather_Bfishing
    New Zealand8 years ago

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#43
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#111
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#40
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#45
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Guy Harrison: national golf championship winner on the impact of his victory
Q: Tell us about the upcoming G4D Open and what it means to you as the top-ranked New Zealand player?
He describes the G4D Open as the pinnacle of Disability Golf, likening it to the Masters, with international top players and a two-to-three day format that will determine finals.
Guy Harrison: national golf championship winner on the impact of his victory
Q: What parts of your game have improved the most in the last two or three years?
Guy explains his mental game and driving have improved significantly, leading to more consistency and opportunities to compete at higher levels.
Alofiana Khan-Pereira: Warriors player on the side beating out the Gold Coast Titans
Q: How did the move to the Warriors come about and how has the transition been?
The move felt like a breath of fresh air, Webby reached out and trusted me to take on a new challenge; the environment and teammates have helped me grow, and I wanted to repay that trust by contributing consistently in both attack and defense.
Alofiana Khan-Pereira: Warriors player on the side beating out the Gold Coast Titans
Q: What was it like playing outside Roger Tuivasa-Shek?
It's incredible to have that energy and influence from him on the inside; it makes my job easier and allows us to feed off each other to create opportunities and control the game.
Dan Sinkinson: Chiefs winger on the side beating out the Hurricanes
Q: Against your former team as well, did that add an extra layer to it too?
Yeah, it was good to get one up against them, something to enjoy and reflect on.

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This podcast offers a comprehensive overview of various sporting events that take place over the weekend, focusing on both insightful discussions and engaging interviews with key figures in the sports world. Regular topics include in-depth analysis of major leagues such as Super Rugby, A-League, and other popular sports, while also covering significant events like the Winter Olympics and the FIFA World Cup. The host brings a unique perspective by combining current sports news with personal anecdotes and expert opinions, making it an appealing choice for sports enthusiasts who want to stay updated on the latest happenings.

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Recent guests on Weekend Sport include:

1. Lachlan Brook
2. Guy Harrison
3. Alofiana Khan-Pereira
4. Daniel Sinkinson
5. Brendon Gibson
6. Brett McKay
7. Brian Ashby
8. Brendan Gibson

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