England suffered a significant defeat in the latest Ashes series, and it's prompted discussion about some changes within the ranks.

Brendon McCullum is contracted to the end of the 2027 World Cup, but his future is under extra scrutiny following the loss.

Following On podcast host Jon Norman joined Piney to discuss.

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Former Wallabies coach Eddie Jones has called on New Zealand Rugby to come clean on the real reason for Scott Robertson's dismissal.

Jones believes Razor can't have been let go as All Blacks head coach for on-field results, given his seventy-four per cent success rate.

Jones isn't hiding his distaste at the secrecy surrounding Robertson's demise, and he joined Piney to discuss.

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Former Wairarapa-Bush rugby CEO Tony Hargood is currently walking the length of the country to raise awareness and a few dollars for the NZ Rugby Foundation. 

The foundation provides holistic support to players whose lives have been changed by serious injury, and while they do run more standard fundraisers, Hargood decided to take a more unique approach.  

He’s stopping at every Provincial Union home ground along the way and taking a kick at goal, with a plan to auction those balls off to raise money.  

Hargood told Piney there’s probably easier ways to do this, but walking is all part of the fun and the journey. 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 24th January 2026, Gregor Paul and Tony Johnson join Piney to discuss NZ Rugby’s next moves after parting ways with Scott Robertson. 

The Australian Open is into its first full weekend. Craig Gabriel gives an update live from Melbourne. 

And Finn Allen has had a superb Big Bash season with the Perth Scorchers to date, and he joined Piney to break it down. 

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Finn Allen has had a superb Big Bash campaign with the Perth Scorchers. 

He’s the competition’s second highest run scorer with a total of 430, just three runs behind former Australian opener David Warner.  

His form has helped the Scorchers into tomorrow’s Grand Final in Perth and seen him named in the Team of the Tournament. 

Allen told Piney it’s nice to see the work he’s been putting in in the lead up to the tournament pan out. 

He’s also hit a record number of sixes in the tournament, a feat he wasn’t aiming for, nor was he aware of until he was told. 

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It’s been nine days since the biggest sports story in recent history played out, with Scott Robertson departure as All Blacks coach. 

Attention has now turned to who will replace him with the team entering a big year and the Rugby World Cup looming on the horizon. 

NZ Herald Sports Journalist Gregor Paul and Sky Sport Commentator Tony Johnson joined Piney to discuss what will go down, and who could possibly fill the spot.  

Johnson told Piney NZ Rugby would have to select someone with a proven record and strong international credentials, as there’s an element of crisis management to this as well. 

“They're just going to have to step into the breach, hit the ground running when it's done, because there's no real honeymoon period this year, is there?” 

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Scott Robertson's dismissal as All Blacks coach, as well as Finn Allen's recent performance.

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The newest recruit for the Wellington Phoenix has outlined how he'll help his new side push for playoff football.

30-year-old Norwegian midfielder Sander Kartum has joined on loan from Scottish side Hearts until the end of the A-League season.

Kartum joined Piney to discuss further.

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Ten nations have been competing for their spot at the Asia-Oceania qualifiers for this year's Floorball World Championships in Finland.

NZ Floorball coach Christian Bertschinger joined Piney to discuss the Kiwi side's odds.

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