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The All Blacks are set to meet the Springboks in Wellington after a much-hyped first meeting which saw Scott Robertson's side maintain a three-decade unbeaten streak at Eden Park. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
The wave of relief is still rolling across the country after the All Blacks triumphed over the Springboks on Saturday night at Eden Park. Attention now turns to Wellington, where the two sides will meet again this weekend. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports journalist Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to recap a big weekend in sport.
The Wallabies have found another comeback win and the All Blacks' Eden Park fortress remains intact and impenetrable, as Brett McKay and Harry Jones delve into another TRC Post-Mortem for The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast. In Townsville, the Wallabies came from 21-7 down at halftime, and turned down three penalty attempts after the final siren to find an 86th winner, to beat Argentina 28-24 in the north Queensland sunshine, while the All Blacks did everything right early to lead 14-0, holding on for dear life as South Africa threw everything at them in the second half to no avail, winning 24-17 in Auckland. Two proper Test Matches, make no mistake, and no guarantees for the return Round 4 next weekend. Features an Eden Park cameo from friend of the pod, Jamie Wall! #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #WeekendPostMortem #InternationalRugby #TheRugbyChampionship #Wallabies #AllBlacks #Springboks #LosPumas Find us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@8-9Combo?sub_confirmation=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BcKhb24YOtwQhKc0S3sDm Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-8-9-combo-rugby-podcast/id1729575866 Social media: #89Combo Twitter: https://twitter.com/89combo BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/89combo.bsky.social Find Brett and Harry on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport + @HaribaldiJones Music: "Stalling" by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena (via YouTube Creator Studio) Voiceovers by Chookman + Sean Maloney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's only six days days out from the most anticipated rugby tests of the year, and the tension is certainly building as the All Blacks prepare to face the Springboks at Eden Park. Injuries have plagued Scott Robertson's side which will be short a number of key players ahead of the first battle with the 'Boks this weekend. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to chat the big sporting topics of the week.
One of the most anticpated test matches of the year is on the horizon, with the All Blacks set to take on the Springboks. There is a lot on the line as the traditional heavyweights of world rugby square off, with the Eden Park streak now standing at 50 unbeaten games for the All Blacks, and there has been plenty of drama in the build up. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
Mark Leishman speaks to RNZ sports journalist and Nights' very own sporting expert Jamie Wall just before kick-off.
It was a bleak weekend for the All Blacks, who were bullied into submission by Argentina in Buenos Aires. After winning their first four tests of the year, Scott Robertson's side came crashing back down to earth against the fired up Pumas, who scored a historic first ever home win over the All Blacks. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to discuss a mighty week in sport, including the All-Blacks' historic loss to Los Pumas on Argentinian soil.
Another big weekend of rugby is on the horizon. The All Blacks take on Argentina in Buenos Aires on Sunday morning and there's another huge match in Cape Town where the resurgent Wallabies meet the wounded Springboks. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
The All Blacks are on top of the world after the team came out on top in Argentina yesterday despite facing a resurgent Pumas side in the second half. The All Blacks are now number one in the World Rugby Rankings, but that's due to another result from Johannesburg over the weekend. Sport reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week that was in sport. Including the reaction to the All Blacks' win over Argentina, the return of the Premier League and could Christchurch's new Te Kaha stadium legitimately be called our National Stadium?
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Rugby Writer & Analyst Jamie Wall catches up with Smithy to chat the first test between All Blacks & Puma's of the Rugby Championship 2025, assessment of the match, look ahead to the second test, Wallabies win over the Springboks & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There was little in the way of surprises from the All Blacks team naming today. Scott Barrett returns from injury to lead the team into this Sunday's showdown with the Pumas in Argentina. Despite a somewhat predictable starting line up, coach Scott Robertson did make a few changes. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
Todd Zaner crosses to RNZ sports reporter Jamie Wall on the ground at the New Zealand Darts Masters in Auckland.
Missed the show this morning? No worries, catch all the action right here from Sport Nation Mornings with Ian Smith featuring, Smithy's Sermon, Kevin Hare, Talkback Time, David Bieleski, Sports Desk, Jamie Wall, Tim Mills, Michael Guerin, Wade Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Christchurch's Te Kaha stadium is set to revive Super Rugby's 'Super Round'. The 'Super Round' - last held in 2024 - will be the first major sporting event hosted at Te Kaha which is scheduled to open next April. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week that was in sport.
It has been an interesting last 24 hours for the All Blacks, as confirmation came through that Richie Mo'unga will be returning next season. Mo'unga will be eligible for test rugby in time for the end of year tour and the 2027 Rugby World Cup. However, the news effects more than just team selection, with the rebel R360 competition trying to get off the ground at around about the same time. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
"He's intimidating." Those were the words All Blacks coach Scott Robertson used to describe one of the unexpected bolters who has been named in his squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship. That very big new name is Simon Parker. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports journalist Jamie Wall joins Mark Leishman to debrief the weekend of sport.
The Bulletin with Jamie Wall on NPC 2025 Round 1, Wallabies v Lions series, Rugby Championship, Bledisloe Cup, All Blacks team naming, halfbacks, loosies, Simon Parker, Josh Lord & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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An injury stricken Warriors will try to shake off the cobwebs when they take on the Dolphins at home tonight.The game comes off the back of a disappointing loss to the Gold Coast Titans last week who are currently second-to-last on the NRL table. While the Warriors are still in the top four, a loss could be a major hit for the team's championship ambitions. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
The Warriors have missed out on some crucial points to help secure a strong spot in the NRL Finals.The side still sits in the all-important top four despite losing to the Gold Coast Titans over the weekend, but a victory would have given the Warrior's a buffer heading into the last six games of the regular season. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week that was in sport.
Joseph Parker could finally have a shot at heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk. The World Boxing Organisation has ordered Usyk to come to the negotiating table which could see the undisputed championship come to New Zealand in the near future. Jamie Wall spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
The All Blacks managed to wrap up their first test series with a clean sweep over France. Despite back to back losses - a second-string French side piled on the pressure but didn't have enough to secure a win against the All Blacks. Meanwhile there was a tantalising last minute try for the Warriors to stun the Newcastle Knights. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
RNZ sports whiz and journalist Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week in sport.
Hamilton is gearing up to host the All Blacks and France tomorrow evening. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
Jeff Rennicke, executive director of the Friends of the Apostle Islands shares some of the responses that the National Park Service has received from across the country about President Trump's Executive Order ("Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History" aka whitewashing history) that includes signs asking the public to report anyone who believes the history being told in our national parks is too politically correct. Also: State Sen. Jamie Wall (D-Green Bay) talks about the reasons he voted in favor of the new state budget. Mornings with Pat Kreitlow is powered by UpNorthNews, and it airs on several stations across the Civic Media radio network, Monday through Friday from 6-9 am. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X, and YouTube. Guests: Hans Breitenmoser, Jamie Wall, Dan Hagen, Jeff Rennicke
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the weekend of sport.
The capital is set for a double whammy weekend of rugby. The Black Ferns kick things off tomorrow afternoon taking on Aussie's Wallaroos and in the evening the All Blacks gear up for match two of a three test series with France. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the weekend of sport, including the All Blacks' narrow victory over the French in Dunedin and what the visiting rugby journalist thought about the southern city.
Scott Robertson has named an intriguing side to take on France under the roof at Forsyth Barr Stadium. One day out from the first All Black test of the season and one debutant cutting his teeth this weekend has revealed a surprising skill. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
An injury cloud hovers over the All Blacks ahead of the team's first game of the season as Scott Robertson has lost a couple of key players who will sit out the opening test against France this weekend. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week in sport.
Across the ditch the British and Irish Lions tour is set to kick off in Perth while the Barbarians super squad head to Cape Town with a number of All Blacks in tow for a game with the Springboks. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
The 33-man squad was announced today at the Coastal Rugby Club in South Taranaki - home of returning Captain Scott Barrett. There were a number of other returns and some suprises in coach Scott Robertson's line-up which is set to take on France in next month's three-test series. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ's sport journalist Jamie Wall shares his analysis of the All Blacks squad.
Okay, let's get down to it, podders! We're happy to be re-joined by our excellent guest, Jamie Wall from the Rugby Journos Gang from Auckland. He's chosen the 1979 thriller THE WARRIORS. Did we dig it? Have a listen and find out.END CREDITS- Presented by Robert Johnson and Christopher Webb- Produced/edited by Christopher Webb- "Still Any Good?" logo designed by Graham Wood & Robert Johnson- Crap poster mock-up by Christopher Webb- Theme music ("The Slide Of Time") by The Sonic Jewels, used with kind permission(c) 2025 Tiger Feet ProductionsFind us:Twitter @stillanygoodpodInstagram @stillanygoodpodBluesky @stillanygood.bsky.socialEmail stillanygood@gmail.comFind Jamie:jamiewallrugby.comTwitter @JamieWall2Support the show
The Crusaders and Chiefs have both secured a spot in the Super Rugby Pacific final after hair-raising games for both teams in the semi's. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
RNZ sports whiz and journalist Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week in sport.
The Super Rugby Pacifc semi-finals are set to kick off with the Blues looking to break the Crusader's 30 game playoff unbeaten streak on home turf. It would be a second huge upset in just as many weeks if the Auckland side pulls it off, after a nailbiting victory over the Chiefs who have their own semifinal matchup this weekend in Hamilton. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson has announced he is stepping down at the end of the year, after six years in charge in which the national game's governing body has undergone some huge changes. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
The Blues are counting their lucky stars as they head into the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs. The defending champs scraped into the play-offs by the skin of their teeth and due to face the Chiefs in Hamilton. The Blues are trying for their second title in a row, while the Chiefs look to get one step closer to the title that's eluded them for the past two years. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
US rugby star Ilona Maher shot to prominence at the Olympics last year and has amassed a vast social media following, which translated into a big media turnout yesterday down on Auckland's waterfront for a pre game photo shoot. Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
Moana Pasifika captain Ardie Savea has already been named Super Rugby Pacific player of the year, despite there being two more games in the regular season. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.