Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Martin Devlin chats to All Blacks assistant coach John Plumtree, on what he's made of Super Rugby Aotearoa and how much he's looking forward to finally getting started with the All Blacks when the side finally gets together as a group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Ian Baker-Finch, former Open Championship winner in 1991 and now part of the Golf Channel commentary team for NBC in the United States at the halfway point of the PGA Championship in San Francisco, the first major played since Covid 19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB on Saturday's and Sundays from 12pm until 3pm, compacted into a podcast for Saturday 8th August. Brought to you by Access Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to one of the great characters of English Football, Harry Redknapp, about his career in the game and what its like managing difficult personalities like Paolo Di Canio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to former England World Cup winning centre Will Greenwood, on when we're likely to expect competitive rugby to be up and running in the Northern Hemisphere and whether he's been watching Super Rugby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to former All Black captain Murray Mexted, reviewing the Chiefs 7th loss in a row in Super Rugby Aotearoa, this time against the Crusaders at home in Hamilton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Blair Julian, the Kiwi from New Plymouth who ended up becoming a mechanic for Chip Ganassi racing in Indy Cars, working alongside Scott Dixon for the last 20 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB on Saturday's and Sunday's from 12pm until 3pm, compacted into a podcast for Sunday 2nd August. Brought to you by Access Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Chiefs First-Five Aaron Cruden ahead of his 100th Super Rugby game against the Crusaders in Hamilton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB on Saturday's and Sunday's from 12pm until 3pm, compacted into a podcast for Saturday 1st August. Brought to you by Access Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to UFC Middleweight champion and global superstar Israel Adesanya, live in the studio and taking calls from the listeners ahead of another big year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin, now on Monday evenings from 7pm until 8pm. Compacted into a podcast for Monday 27th July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to former All Black flyhalf and now selector Grant Fox, on what he's made of Super Rugby Aotearoa thus far and where the selectors thoughts are at a month out from the naming of the first All Blacks squad of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk Zb on Saturday's and Sunday's from 12pm until 3pm, compacted into a podcast for Sunday 26th July. Brought to you by Access Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Gareth Roberts, one of the hosts of the Anfield Wrap Liverpool football fan podcast on the back of Liverpool finally lifting the Premier League after a 30 year wait, when they beat Chelsea 5-3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to former NSW and Roosters NRL player Braith Anasta, ahead of the Warriors Roosters game in the NRL and Sonny Bill Williams's likely return to the NRL for the rest of the 2020 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to former Welsh international, and now Crusaders assistant coach Mark Jones, on his journey to coaching and New Zealand and why he thinks the Crusaders are the high performing side that we've grown accustomed to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beauden Barrett was always likely to receive a frosty welcome to Wellington from Hurricanes fans when he ran onto the turf at Sky Stadium in a Blues uniform.After spending so many years in the thick of things for the Hurricanes, this time around he was hoping to leave the home fans disappointed.But while the uniform was different, the story stayed the same as Barrett couldn't stay out of the action – which wasn't always for the best.Hurricanes midfielder Ngani Laumape wasted no time in putting the hurt on his former teammate - embarrassing the Blues fullback with a mix of speed and footwork, leaving Barrett in his wake just four minutes in.Barrett, not to let an early lapse get him down, hit back almost immediately, dancing past Hurricanes prop Tyrel Lomax and sprinting away for a try of his own.With little time to revel in his attacking work, Barrett was again taken to by Laumape, who ran over the top of an attempted tackle from Barrett with ease, only to be chopped down just short of the tryline by the Blues' cover defence.It was a busy start for Barrett, who sustained a cut to his head during a frantic opening 20 minutes. However, he soon settled into his work.But as these sorts of games tend to see, the returning figure was again in the thick of the action down the stretch. After kicking a conversion to level the scores at 22, Barrett could have put the Blues ahead by seven when hooker Kurt Eklund went over out wide in the 63rd minute, However, Barrett sprayed the kick wide.It turned out to be a vital miss, as Hurricanes hooker Asafo Aumua was awarded a try under a mass of bodies with just minutes to go to again level the scores – with Jordie Barrett's conversion providing the winning points.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to former PGA tour player Phil Tataurangi, reflecting on that famous British Open golf major in 2009 that very nearly saw Tom Watson become the oldest player to win a major, as well as previewing the 4th round of the PGA Memorial tournament in Dublin, Ohio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB on Saturday's and Sunday's from 12pm until 3pm, compacted into a podcast for Sunday 19th July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to former Springbok great Victor Matfield, about the prospect of no South African sides in the proposed new Super Rugby competition as well his fondness for the All Blacks - Springbok rivalry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Reuban Thorne, former All Black captain and now part of the coaching set up at Christ College First XV, providing an insight into the quality and passion that exists in First XV Rugby in this country, and what sort of values and qualities they are trying to instil in these young men.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to NRL Journalist Joel Gould about the Walker Brothers coaching duo who coach the Ipswich Jets in the Queensland Cup, on the back of the news that they're the favourites to take over the Warriors coaching job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB on Saturday's and Sunday's from 12pm until 3pm, compacted into a podcast for Saturday 18th July. Brought to you Access Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB reflects on the 2019 Cricket World Cup final between the Black Caps and England, that happened this time last year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Black Caps batsmen Henry Nicholls ahead of the start of a players training camp starting this week, the first time the boys have been together since Covid 19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to SKY Sport Rugby commentator Tony Johnson, who called the big match in Super Rugby Aotearoa between the Crusaders and the Blues in Christchurch on Saturday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Talksport Football correspondent Tom Rennie, about the releagtion battle in the Premier League and the sad news of the passing of England World Cup winner Jack Charlton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB from 12pm until 3pm on Saturday's and Sunday's, compacted into a podcast for Sunday 12th July. Brought to you by Access Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Gerard Whateley, the host of the award winning Whateley Sports show on SEN in Melbourne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great call from Wally on the Devlin Radio Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Devlin chats to Blues head coach Leon McDonald, ahead of their biggest game of the season, against the top of the table Crusaders in Christchurch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB on Saturday's and Sunday's from 12pm until 3pm, compacted into a podcast for Saturday 11th July. Brought to you by Access Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine, standing in for Martin Devlin has a chat to former Chiefs and All Blacks loose forward Steven Bates on the form of the Chiefs thus far in Super Rugby Aotearoa, after they slumped to their 4th straight loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors 26Broncos 16The Warriors have won the Battle of the Bottom to show that their spirit is well and truly alive, even if other parts of their game are not so healthy.The nomad Warriors piled more misery on Brisbane with a 26-16 victory on the Central Coast, handing the glamour club their sixth straight NRL loss.Ken Maumalo, among three players who want to return home early, was among the Warriors' stars, as they powered home with an impressive second half against a collapsing Broncos effort.The Warriors' victory came without suspended captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, while they lost playmaker Kodi Nikorima to a head injury in the opening minutes.The result gave interim coach Todd Payten his first win in charge of a first grade side, and the Warriors their third win of the disrupted NRL season.There were so many crucial moments in the second half, including captain's challenges which went for and against the Warriors in front of about 2500 spectators.When Peta Hiku let an Anthony Milford bomb bounce, gifting a try to Herbie Farnworth, the Warriors looked in trouble.But hooker Wayde Egan came to the rescue, ripping the ball free of two tacklers to score a try which gave the Warriors an 18-16 advantage. It was all the Warriors in the final stages.No one could complain about the entertainment, and that was before the game had even started.The drama surrounding Brisbane's horror run of results included a claim by the club's greatest player Wally Lewis that the current squad was divided over pay.Not to be outdone, Warriors owner Mark Robinson entered the fray during the week, effectively packing the bags for Blake Green - who was an increasingly dominant figure in the match - and Gerard Beale at the end of the year.Neither side will go close to troubling the NRL trophy engraver on this form, but it was a captivating battle between two desperate sides.The Broncos dominated possession in the first half but led by just 10-6 after a 39th minute try to Maumalo gave the New Zealand side the boost they had been desperately but ineptly chasing.Maumalo and Chanel Harris-Tavita had bombed a try minutes earlier, but with Gerard Beale providing a sharp pass, they made amends this time.Brisbane were never convincing but had taken a 10-0 lead through tries to flying right wing Xavier Coates.The second seemed to predict a frustrating night for the Warriors, who gifted Coates the ball when in sight of the Brisbane tryline.With giant Broncos prop Payne Haas setting the early tone, Coates also scored in the eighth minute, when their disorganised attack suddenly sharpened and they created an overlap for the wing.The Warriors had already lost Nikorima at this point. The little five-eighth had advanced to confront big Tevita Pangai jnr and suffered a head clash, his head also smacking into the ground.Despite their awkward attack Brisbane looked in the box seat to set up a victory, until Maumalo's late first-half try changed the mood.And it was the Warriors who came out of the blocks fastest in the second spell, and they carried on to a stunning win.Warriors 26 (K. Maumalo 2, A. Paasi, W. Egan, I. Papali'i tries; C. Harris-Tavita 3 goals)Brisbane 16 (X. Coates 2, H. Farnworth tries; J. Isaako 2 goals)Halftime: 6-10text by Chris RattueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliott Smith, standing in for Martin Devlin and Thomas dissect 5 separate sporting topics, 60 seconds on each. When the buzzer goes, so do they on to the next one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crusaders 40Highlanders 20The Highlanders waited two years for the chance to host their southern neighbours. Two years too long after this instant classic under the Dunedin roof.Southern derbies always cultivate an extra edge. This breathless match, in which the Highlanders were overrun after leading 17-14 at the break, was no different.Five years to the day since their first and only Super Rugby title, the Highlanders threw everything and more at the Crusaders.So often that is not enough, though. Just ask the Chiefs who did likewise in Christchurch last week. To take down the Crusaders opposition must reach near perfection; nail all their chances and even then hope a slice of luck and the referee is on their side.The final quarter of this game the Crusaders came into their clinical own, controlling the possession, pace and tempo to grind out their third straight Super Rugby Aotearoa victory, with Richie Mo'unga kicking 15 points.Once again the Crusaders showed all the hallmarks we've come to expect from the three-time defending champions – a level of composure that sets the bar for others to match.Highlanders wing Jona Nareki will regret his decision to throw the dummy with two men unmarked outside him midway through the second half. It was a movement that would have given the Highlanders the lead – instead the Crusaders did enough to snuff it out and the home side had to settle for three points.There were other defining moments, of course, but with the Crusaders prevailing five-tries-to-two thanks to twin Tom Christie second-half strikes, Nareki's decision was a key turning point.The other came from Crusaders halfback Mitchell Drummond, who fired a brilliant cutout pass that gave Sevu Reece just enough space to score the game's decisive try.Aaron Smith led the Highlanders out as captain and he was then their spark all night. His passing, kicking, running, organisation and defence – one bootlace tackle on Codie Taylor in particular – was a class above. On this occasion, the All Blacks halfback could do no wrong and it was a surprise to see him replaced for the closing stages. Smith had great support from former All Blacks blindside Shannon Frizell, Pari Pari Parkinson and Dillon Hunt who all carried and attacked the breakdown relentlessly.For the Crusaders, Will Jordan continues to light up the New Zealand derby competition. Despite moving from fullback to the wing Jordan was equally involved and influential as in recent weeks, popping up all over the park and finishing the match by claiming his brace with another runaway try.Taylor, the All Blacks hooker, also delivered another standout display.The brutal nature of these derby games claimed further casualties with Crusaders fullback David Havili limping off after a break, while the Highlanders lost lock Josh Dickson, who has been influential in running their lineout this season, to a serious ankle injury.The Crusaders brought more poise to the initial exchanges and they were rewarded when Jordan snuck over in the corner for the opening try. The visitors' scrum did the damage early with several huge shunts – the Highlanders not helped in this department by losing Dickson.The Highlanders needed to settle and they did just that with a double strike. Frizell stepped up with three telling carries in the same movement. With the final one, he burst through Michael Alaalatoa's tackle to power his way to the line.That try turned the tide with the Highlanders enjoying a run of possession. From their overthrown lineout Smith swooped with his speed and anticipation to break the line and the Crusaders could then not stop quick hands sending Ngane Punivai over to give the Highlanders the lead.Discipline was an issue for the Highlanders as they conceded a 13-7 penalty count – many of these infringements at the breakdown – but they had every right to take umbrage with referee Mike...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's at it again.Fresh from humiliating the All Blacks at the World Cup, England coach Eddie Jones also played his part in snaring Japan-bound Beauden Barrett away from New Zealand rugby.England have allowed Jones to continue his consultancy work for Suntory Sungoliath where he is now director of rugby.Jones came up with a fake spy story before the World Cup semifinal last year. But now he'll get the perfect chance to check out the inner workings of an All Black star and maybe grab himself some vital intellectual property from New Zealand rugby.The England coach will get close to one of the All Blacks' best weapons and see what makes him tick when brief Blues back Barrett joins Suntory for a reported $1.5m..Jones normally spends three weeks a year at Suntory, and stays in close contact with them the rest of the time dealing with recruitment and other matters.Suntory is coached by Kiwi Milton Haig, who guided Georgia for two World Cup cycles until last year.Haig jumped at the chance when Barrett's name was mentioned, and so did Jones."He (Jones) has been in Tokyo for the last four months – he's had a big involvement (in club matters) and I have regular meetings with him," Haig told NewstalkZB's Elliott Smith."He's been helpful for us in terms of pre-season and the season's planning for next year."We sat down six or seven months ago – in Japan they look pretty early at next season's roster."Eddie Jones was obviously involved as the director of rugby. Beauden's name came up and as soon as they said his name I said he's the guy I want. Eddie was in favour as well."Meanwhile Haig was excited to be working with Barrett, who he first spotted as a junior cutting opponents apart at the national sevens tournament.Haig said Barrett's commitment to a new club was proven at the Blues, when he emerged from lockdown to set team and personal best training records."The season starts in mid-January and we're expecting him here in December," said Haig."He has international commitments in October and November and we'll take stock of where he is at after that. He has a young family as well."He'll drive bums on seats…but ultimately it's about winning championships."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliott Smith, standing in for Martin Devlin talks Australian Rules Football and Australian Sport in general on the DRS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliott Smith, filling in for Martin Devlin and Thomas dissect 5 separate sporting topics, 60 seconds on each. When the buzzer goes, so do they on to the next one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliott Smith, standing in for Martin Devlin talks Rugby League, and particularly his old mate Todd Payten who's currently the interim coach of the Vodafone Warriors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliott Smith, filling in for Martin Devlin chats football with Liverpool Legend, Australian Craig Johnston on the DRS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bring on more afternoon footy. That's the message from former All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry.The back-to-the-future approach from the governing body sees Sunday games of Super Rugby Aotearoa kick-off at 3.35pm.That's earned plaudits from Sir Graham Henry, but he wants the concept extended."I think the times of the games are better. I’d like to see two afternoon games personally. "Sunday afternoon rugby is just superb, it adds to the viewing experience.”Listen above as Sir Graham Henry speaks to Martin DevlinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Hooker is ready for his moment.The quiet riser of the UFC's lightweight division, Hooker has gone underestimated, underrated and under the radar in his climb up the rankings.Now ranked at No 5, the Kiwi steps into the octagon at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas today against No 3 ranked Dustin Poirier – with the winner emerging as the next man up in the title picture.As a prize fighter, an opportunity at the UFC title is the ultimate goal for Hooker; and his opportunity to reach that comes in the form of the best possible match-up for the 30-year-old."I don't think it's that big of a setback (if I lose)," Hooker explains. "For me, in this fight especially, it's a win-win situation."Dustin's the one in the hard spot, he's the one in the win-lose situation. With a win he doesn't gain that much from it and with a loss he slides down the rankings."For me, I give myself a great opportunity with a win, but with a loss I don't think I move that far down. I go back, beat up (No 7) Charles Oliveira or someone like that and make my way back into the top five, so it's a win-win opportunity from where I'm sitting."Hooker is the first international-based fighter to feature on a US-based UFC card since the promotion restarted from a Covid-19 enforced hiatus, with US Ambassador to New Zealand Scott Brown organising him a visa; and the match-up against Poirier is a dream fight for the fans – particularly given the setting.Both Hooker and Poirier have the tools to win a fight in any facet and at any time, and at the UFC Apex they're locking in a cage about 20 per cent less width than the usual UFC octagon. Hooker is the rangier fighter and likes to utilise that length fighting behind his jab and bringing his knees into play. Poirier is no slouch on the feet, but appears to have the advantage should the fight get to the canvas with a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu."I know he's going to come to fight and I know he's going to bring the exact same thing I am; we both look to finish and we both look to put on a show."We've never been in a boring fight in our lives, so I'm not expecting that to change."For Hooker, his rise in the UFC has come from trusting his team at Auckland's City Kickboxing and knowing his skillset. While many fighters talk a big game ahead of their bouts and try to predict how it will finish, Hooker chooses to acknowledge the possibility that he might lose in any fight he takes. But with just one loss in seven fights in the UFC lightweight division, Hooker has his sights set on reaching new heights – at the expense of Poirier."This is fighting; anything can happen."Dustin Poirier (3) v Dan Hooker (5)Tale of the tape (Poirier | Hooker)Record: 25-6 (1 no contest) | 20-8Wins by knockout: 12 | 10Wins by submission: 7 | 7Height: 175cm | 183cmReach: 183cm | 191cmMost recent resultPoirier: Submission loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov (September 2019)Hooker: Split decision win over Paul Felder (February 2020)TAB Odds: Poirier $1.42 Hooker $2.70How to watch: Live on ESPN / Sky Sport channel 60 from 10am, or stream the event on Sky Sport Now. Poirier v Hooker will be around 3pm, though times are subject to change.Bout orderLightweight main event: Dustin Poirier v Dan HookerWelterweight: Mike Perry v Mickey GallMiddleweight: Brendan Allen v Kyle DaukausHeavyweight: Gian Villante v Maurice GreeneHeavyweight: Philipe Lins v Tanner BoserCatchweight (150lbs): Sean Woodson v Kyle NelsonLightweight: Luis Pena v Khama WorthyWelterweight: Takashi Sato v Jason WittStrawweight: Kay Hansen v Jinh Yu FreyFeatherweight: Jordan Griffin v Youssef Zalal- text by Christopher ReiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blues 27Highlanders 24The Blues remain unbeaten in Super Rugby Aotearoa - but only just.Nearly everything Leon MacDonald's men touched in the first half turned to gold as the Blues powered to a 22-10 halftime lead after scoring three tries and controlling the game through precise tactical kicking.At that point, the Blues were so dominant it seemed they would canter to victory but they then went to sleep and were pushed to the brink.The second half turned into a dogfight. In the end, the Highlanders will feel desperately unfortunate not to steal an upset victory after an inspired second half performance.Highlanders first five-eighth Mitchell Hunt scored a solo second-half try to bring his team back into the game but he could not nail a 73rd minute penalty to tie the scores.On the back of two ruck penalties from referee Paul Williams, the Highlanders set up camp in the Blues 22 during the closing stages but they could not find the killer punch.The Blues defended one rolling maul that finished metres out from their line – this effort ultimately the difference between maintaining their seven game unbeaten run and suffering their first defeat in the New Zealand derby competition.Caleb Clarke can claim much of the praise for the Blues victory, having channelled an emotional evening at Eden Park.As the 27,000 strong Eden Park crowd paused pre-kickoff to honour slain Constable Matthew Hunt, who died in the line of duty in Auckland last week, Clarke was in tears.The highly-promising wing lost his grandfather earlier in the day and was clearly a swarm of emotions as he prepared to take on a spirited Highlanders side rejuvenated since lockdown.Clarke is a man of deep faith, and after scoring the opening try he pointed to the sky in tribute. After another memorable performance in which he laid on another try and showcased his talents in the air by snaffling a restart, Clarke should be comforted, somewhat, in the knowledge that his grandfather and family will be immensely proud of his efforts.Despite those efforts, the Highlanders never stopped coming.While their backline wasn't as slick, the visitors' their forward pack competed well all night – No 8 Marino Mikaele Tu'u snaffling turnovers and enjoying a quality battle with opposite Hoskins Sotutu.Blues playmakers Otere Black and Beauden Barrett orchestrated a tactical kicking masterclass, particularly in the first half, as they regularly nudged the ball in behind the inexperienced Highlanders wingers and into the corners to control much of the territory battle in wet conditions.With the Blues applying pressure through the boot, Highlanders fullback Scott Gregory had a night to forget as he shelled several kicks and gifted Dalton Papalii the first of his double after a Sotutu charge down.Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu and Papalii, who scored two tries, often put their men on the front foot but MacDonald's men far from had it all their own way.Defensively the Blues will rue their sloppy start to the second half when they dropped off several tackles and lost two lineouts which allowed the Highlanders back into the match.The Highlanders did not need a second invitation to exploit big holes in the Blues defence. First Hunt sold a dummy and waltzed through. The Highlanders then had Ngane Punivai's try scrubbed out after a Hunt error at the breakdown was belatedly spotted. From the resulting penalty Rieko Ioane was sent to the bin and Shannon Frizell crashed over to give the Highlanders the lead.The Blues, however, again found the composure to hang on when it mattered most - just as they did in previous wins over the Hurricanes and Chiefs.While they head into the bye unbeaten, the Blues received another reminder of the level they must maintain.Blues 27 (Dalton Papalii 2, Caleb Clarke, Rieko Ioane tries, Otere Black 2 cons, pen)Highlanders 24 (Ash Dixon, Mitchell...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chiefs and British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland joins Martin Devlin on the DRS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DRS, with Martin Devlin on Newstalk ZB on Saturday's, Sunday's and Monday's, compacted into a podcast for Sunday 27th June. Brought to you by Access SolutionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Bryan Williams recalls to Martin Devlin the moment he first pulled on the All Blacks jersey 50 years on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox League analyst Corey Parker talks to Newstalk ZB's Martin Devlin following the Warriors massive loss to the Strom in the NRL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Blacks coach Ian Foster has defended the selection criteria that will be used for the North against South Island rugby derby.Players will be chosen based on the first province they played for professionally.Foster is aware of the popular high school method of selection, but told Martin Devlin it is more or less the same.The match is set for August 29 with a venue yet to be determined.Foster is also keen to incorporate the Pacific Islands in their hopeful return to action in 2020.While the international calendar has been thrown into chaos due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there have been extensive talks between NZ Rugby and Rugby Australia around a Bledisloe Cup series.Foster confirms they've also been in discussions with Pacific nations, but it's proving a tougher schedule to sort.Listen to the audio above as All Blacks coach Ian Foster speaks to Martin Devlin and takes calls from listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.