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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.

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Buck Shelford is an All Blacks legend.  He was a dominant force at the 1987 Rugby World Cup, and when David Kirk retired, he became captain and led the team through a golden age of success over the next three years.  And with the first Bledisloe Cup clash coming up this evening, Shelford joined Piney at the Kinglander to discuss the test and look back on his impressive career.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been 40 years since the Wallabies tasted victory at Eden Park.  This weekend, off the back of a win over the Springboks, they're facing the All Blacks at the Fortress, who will be looking to end their three-match losing streak.   86-cap Wallaby and Australian rugby icon, John Eales told Piney the All Blacks are never an easy side to beat – they're never gonna give you an inch.  He says no team wants to give up the Bledisloe Cup, but Australia won't be able to win it unless they outplay them in every moment of the game, and they know how hard that is.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the upcoming Bledisloe Cup clash set to kick off next weekend, and whether the All Blacks should be worried. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL grand final is set to kick off this evening, and excitement is brewing among fans on both sides of the Tasman.  The Sydney Roosters are set to face the Newcastle Knights Sydney’s Accor Stadium, and supporters are turning up in droves to be there for the action. Weekend Sport producer Andy McDonnell was on the scene to report all the action, and he even noticed some Warriors fans had made it across the ditch to voice their support. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manchester City are appealing after being found guilty of breaching the Premier League's financial rules. An independent commission found City broke the rules over nine seasons, including by using so-called 'sham contracts' to disguise more than 830 million pounds in secret funding. Commentator and reporter Mike Minay joined Piney to recap the saga. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Ranfurly Shield is staying in Pukekohe for the summer. Counties-Manukau have beaten Hawke's Bay 12-7 in a thrilling first defence in the final round of the NPC. The Steelers scored two first half tries, but were held scoreless after the break as the Magpies closed the gap - but Counties held on to keep the Log O' Wood until 2027. Head coach Reon Graham joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Counties Manukau have passed their first test as Ranfurly Shield holders. The Steelers have beaten Hawke's Bay 12-7 in a thriller in Pukekohe, and held on tight in the second half to ultimately defeat the Magpies. Former Counties Manukau player Errol Brain joined Piney to discuss the big win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL grand final is set to take place tonight, with the Newcastle Knights facing off against the Sydney Roosters at Sydney’s Accor Stadium.                   Both the Knights and the Roosters have solid histories in front of them, and there's plenty of excitement brewing ahead of the match.  Newcastle Knights star Robbie O'Davis joined Piney to discuss ahead of the big match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Blacks first five Josh Jacomb wants to set up Taranaki's NPC finals charge ahead of another taste of All Blacks camp. Jacomb suits up for the amber and blacks alongside fellow All Black squad members Scott and Beauden Barrett to face Wellington. He joined Piney to discuss the match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 Bledisloe Cup is set to get underway, and the Australians are on a winning streak. There's a growing feeling among fans that the All Blacks could be in for a real challenge as they gear up for next weekend's match. Stan Sport commentator Sean Maloney joined Piney to recap Australia's recent victory over South Africa and unpack the Kiwi side's chances. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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