Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap the Black Caps v India T20 series and preview the All Blacks' Northern Tour. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sporting relationship between New Zealand and India is seeing a significant milestone. In 1926, the Indian Army hockey team did their tour of New Zealand - marking the first time an Indian team toured the country. NZ Hockey legend Ramesh Patel joined Piney to look back on the historical impact of this event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup is set to get underway, and there's plenty of excitement among fans. The event is set to be held in October and November 2028 and will be hosted by Australia and New Zealand. CEO Joel Morrison joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rugby League World Cup is well underway, and two of the big Pacific sides are gearing up for a showdown. Tonga and Samoa are set to face off in a sold-out clash at CommBank Stadium in Sydney tonight, and excitement is growing. NRL.com journo Brad Walter joined Piney to preview the match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Wellington Phoenix are celebrating another big win, having defeated the Newcastle Jets 3-0. The Phoenix are now top of the table after three wins to start the season, and they're gearing up for next weekend's big clash against Auckland FC. Wellington Phoenix player Riley Bidois joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Whitney Hansen admits it'll be a busy summer following the Black Ferns' season-ending 36-7 win over France in Christchurch. Hansen's first year in charge has delivered 10 wins from 11 tests, but she's pleased there's still improvements to be made. Head coach Whitney Hansen joined Piney to recap the season. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kiwis are off to the semi-finals in the Rugby League World Cup. The side successfully defeated Fiji 78-nil on the Gold Coast, and the team's celebrating a strong win. Kiwis player Kodi Nikorima joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are gearing up for their next big challenge. The Kiwi side will begin their Northern Tour next week, facing off against England, Scotland and Wales as part of the new Nations Championship. BBC rugby journalist James Burridge joined Piney to discuss what to expect. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Ferns are preparing for their final test of 2026. After claiming victory over the French in the two prior tests, they're facing them for the last time tonight in Christchurch. They'll be looking to end the season on a high, after having lost only one test throughout the entire season. Lock Maia Roos joined Piney ahead of the clash to chat about how big of a year its been for her and the team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Black Caps came alive at Eden Park with both bat and ball to claim a consolation 87-run thrashing of India in game four of their T20 series. The hosts made a whopping 259 for seven batting first led by Glenn Phillips who made 107 off 49 balls, before restricting the tourists to 172 for nine. Glenn Phillips led the way with 107 runs and had a partnership with Michael Bracewell worth 115 runs. Bracewell had 65 to his name, and joined Piney to recap the win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite all of the off-court headlines and controversy surrounding netball in New Zealand, the Silver Ferns have had an incredible year. They brought home the Commonwealth golf, the Constellation Cup, and are potentially ending the year with the number one ranking. Piney caught up with Silver Ferns Coach Dame Noeline Taurua to recap the year and look at the challenges that loom ahead. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corban Piper's year just keeps getting better. The Wellington Phoenix striker has scored in his side's opening two matches of the A-League season and has been rewarded with a maiden All Whites call-up. Piper was lost for words when coach Darren Bazeley rung to tell him he was in the squad for two home matches against India next month. He told Piney time almost stopped for him when he got the call. "It's been a goal since I was a kid, and I think it's any footballer's goal." Piper says it was a surreal moment. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netball was dealt another blow after Netball New Zealand made the decision not to go ahead with Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray's proposal for a privatised domestic league. The governing body has turned down multiple requests for interviews seeking the reasoning behind the decision. Netball Players Association General Manager Pippa Moore told Piney they haven't received much in the way of communication from Netball New Zealand, having found out the news second and thirdhand. She says they haven't been able to connect with the body directly, with the little communication they've had being very light on details. Moore says neither she nor the players are confident there will be a domestic competition next year. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Staggering. Utterly jaw-dropping. No communication with the players from Netball NZ, apart from the same corporate phrases they sent to the media. That is verging on dereliction of duty. Of negligence. At the very least, it's an appalling way to treat your people. The silence from Netball NZ in the last 30 hours has been extraordinary. They have clearly learnt nothing from the way they shut up shop when they stood Dame Noeline Taurua down. When they lost the Sky Sport broadcast deal. When they were looking for ways to re-frame our domestic competition. When they dilly-dallied over the changing of eligibility rules for our top players. Interview requests were met with either no response or a not-negotiable no. I had really high hopes when Jennah Wootton took over as CEO. I interviewed her shortly after she started in the job. I liked what she said, and I thought she'd provide a degree of transparency that had been missing in the organisation under her predecessor. But at the first opportunity to do so, she…

This week, James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined D'Arcy to discuss the Black Caps' loss to India, the All Blacks' team selections and all the action from the Rugby League World Cup. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Breakers are set to face off against the Cairns Taipans this evening, but one team veteran is set to face a big milestone. Reuben Te Rangi celebrates his 400th match in the league he's been playing in since 2012. He joined D'Arcy to look back on his career ahead of tonight's game. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kiwis are gearing up for their next Rugby League World Cup match in Christchurch - where they're set to face the Cook Islands. This follows the Kiwis' 24-22 defeat to the Australians last week, and they're hoping to do better this time round. Kiwis assistant coach Slade Griffin joined D'Arcy to discuss ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Silver Ferns are looking to exert pressure early as they look to reclaim netball's Constellation Cup against the Australian Diamonds in Sydney this evening. New Zealand lead 2-nil after a pair of emphatic home wins, but have won just one from their last nine outings across the Ditch. Midcourter Mila Reuelu-Buchanan joined D'Arcy ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Formula One driver Liam Lawson will start 9th on the grid for tomorrow's US Grand Prix in Texas. The Kiwi's been promoted one spot after qualifying 10th, due to a five-place grid penalty for his Racing Bulls team mate Arvin Lindblad. Motorsport expert Bob McMurray joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Labour Day, Northland could make rugby history and claim their first NPC title. Tomorrow, the Taniwha will face off against Canterbury - who will be hosting the upcoming final in Christchurch. Northland head coach Ryan Martin joined D'Arcy to discuss the upcoming match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black Ferns coach Whitney Hansen is keen for improvement despite taking an unassailable two-nil lead in their three-test series against France. Hansen says there's plenty to pore over before next weekend's third WXV test in Christchurch. She joined D'Arcy to recap the match further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps have been overhauled by India in the final over for the second T20 match in a row in Christchurch. India reeled in New Zealand's 180 for five with just one ball to spare, taking a two-nil lead in the series. Black Caps bowling coach Jacob Oram joined D'Arcy to discuss the recent loss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Whites head coach Darren Bazeley has paid the ultimate price for not making the knock-out stages of the FIFA World Cup. His contract won't be renewed at year's end, with Football NZ CEO Andrew Pragnell believing a fresh approach can take New Zealand beyond the group stages of the World Cup Former All White David Chote joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss what it means for the national team, and what the organisation will be looking for in a new coach. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's momentum has come crashing to a halt. After a big win over Proteas in the first test of the series, the Australian cricket team have fallen to an innings defeat in the second test. They were dismissed for just 99 in the first inning, and after being made to follow on, were unable to amass enough runs to force South Africa to the bat again. Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined D'Arcy to discuss the fallout. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined D'Arcy to discuss the All Blacks' 43-21 victory over Australia in Sydney. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A belief the Kiwi Ferns' shared leadership model is perfectly suited going into their Rugby League World Cup opener. Hooker Georgia Hale and halfback Raecene McGregor are co-captains for New Zealand's campaign - which starts against Fiji in Newcastle this afternoon Fullback Apii Nicholls joined D'Arcy ahead of the big clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Phoenix women have given up a 1-nil lead to suffer a 2-1 defeat to Melbourne City in their campaign opener. In what was a rematch of City's win over Wellington in last season's grand final, the hosts took the lead early in the second half . But the defending champs equalised from the penalty spot with around 20 minutes left - before a thumping Momo Hayashi free-kick clinched victory in the 87th minute. Wellington Phoenix General Manager David Dome joined D'Arcy to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Silver Ferns are set to face off against the Australian Diamonds this evening to mark the start of the Constellation Cup. A 3-1 series victory would hand New Zealand the standalone world number one ranking for the first time since 2013. Former Silver Ferns coach Yvonne Willering joined D'Arcy ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One rugby expert says the All Blacks' latest win is a sign of the team coming together under coach Dave Rennie's leadership. The All Blacks defeated the Wallabies again and dashed their hopes of getting the Bledisloe Cup back - this time 43-21 in Sydney. NZ Herald sports journalist Liam Napier joined D'Arcy to recap all the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are celebrating another decisive victory over the Aussies. The Kiwi side beat the Wallabies 43-21 victory at Sydney’s Accor Stadium, despite facing a 'tough' second half. All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan joined D'Arcy to recap the win, and discuss the team's turnaround. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White Ferns are gearing up for their first major series of the summer – three T20s and three ODIs against Australia. The first T20 kicks off tomorrow evening in Sydney. Brooke Halliday is an all rounder for the White Ferns, she joined D'Arcy to discuss the series. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Silver Ferns are riding high after securing gold at this year's Commonwealth Games, but a test awaits them tomorrow evening. They're facing Australia in the first game in the Constellation Cup, and securing victory in this series would make them number 1 in the world. Defender for the Ferns, Carys Stythe joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the series. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC are embracing a new era as they begin their A-League title defence against Melbourne City tonight at Mt Smart Stadium. The club is without five players who featured in their grand final victory, as well as key forward Guillermo May. Coach Steve Corica is also gone, with Pedro Moreira at the helm instead. Lachie Bayliss and Logan Rogerson, midfielder and winger for the side, joined D'Arcy to preview their first clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Wallabies will be eager to turn the tables after last week's loss to the All Blacks at Eden Park. A competitive first half to the Bledisloe opener saw them enter halftime only three points behind, before a dynamic performance from the All Blacks saw their chances at the Cup slip away once again. The Australian side will be out for revenge tonight as they go up against the boys in black on their own turf in Sydney. Former Wallaby Phil Kearns joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Ferns are back on home soil and are gearing up for a huge three test series against France, with the first match getting underway at 3.05pm this afternoon at FMG Stadium. The Ferns have had a strong year with the only blip on their record a loss to the World Champions England due to a final minute intercept pass from the Red Roses. They've already beaten the French this year when they took them down 28-14 in Lyon last month, and the sides have developed quite the rivalry in recent times with many close matches between the nations. Liana Mikaele-Tu'u is a loose forward for the Black Ferns, she joined D'Arcy to discuss the upcoming clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 Supercars champion Will Brown has grabbed the lead in the early stages of the Bathurst 1000. Co-driver Scott Pye started the race from sixth on the grid, with Brown now out in front through 40 laps. Brodie Kostecki's running second - with pole position winner Zach Bates falling to third. Motorsport expert Eric Thompson joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Black Caps are gearing up for their next Twenty20 cricket series against India. The squad has recently been named, and the series is set to kick off in November. Black Cap Nick Kelly joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks' victory over Australia and the start of the A-League season. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Cricket has revealed the logic behind choosing to pursue the NZ20 league and go against the recommendations of another analysis. A Deloitte report released last week favoured a New Zealand team being added to Australia's Big Bash League, but NZ Cricket's board voted not to pursue this choice. NZ Cricket CEO Geoff Allott joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beauden Barrett has hailed a focused week in camp for a successful 150th match in the black jersey, his 146th test in total. The All Blacks have held onto the Bledisloe Cup for a 24th consecutive year with a 50-19 win over the Wallabies in Auckland. Former All Black Ant Strachan joined Piney to unpack the game. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks have squirreled away the Bledisloe Cup for a 24th consecutive year with a 50 - 19 win over the Wallabies in Auckland. The team's gearing up for next weekend's rematch in Sydney, where they're hoping to keep up the momentum. All Blacks assistant coach Neil Barnes joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Sceats is one of the country's brightest young motorsport prospects. At the start of the year he signed on for the thirteenth season of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia. There's just one round left in the race, which is setting off at Italy's Monza Circuit in two weeks' time. But before he heads over to Italy, he joined Piney to chat about his season and discuss what the future holds. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The countdown is on to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. The Kiwis have assembled a star-studded squad with the hopes of bringing the trophy back to New Zealand for the first time since 2008, with names like Kalyn Ponga and Jahrome Hughes on the list. It'll be a major undertaking, with Australia, England, Tonga and Samoa all boasting the firepower to go deep into the tournament. Head Coach Stacey Jones joined Piney to discuss whether the team has what it takes to claim rugby league's ultimate prize. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.