After weeks of tight games and triumphs, New Zealand's World Cup journey ended in defeat.

The Springboks beat the All Blacks 12-11- becoming the first nation to win four World Cups.

ZB rugby editor and commentator Elliott Smith recaps the All Blacks' emotional journey.

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After weeks of tight games and triumphs, New Zealand's World Cup journey ended in defeat.
The Springboks beat the All Blacks 12-11- becoming the first nation to win four World Cups.
ZB rugby editor and commentator Elliott Smith recaps the All Blacks' emotional journey.
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

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Elliott Smith: ZB rugby editor on the All Blacks' 'emotional' Rugby World Cup journey

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 27 September.

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Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 27 September. 
Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Full Show Podcast: 27 September 2026 

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James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Counties Manukau winning the Ranfurly Shield, the Black Ferns losing to England and the NRL finals.

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James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Counties Manukau winning the Ranfurly Shield, the Black Ferns losing to England and the NRL finals.
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James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on Counties Manukau winning the Ranfurly Shield, the Black Ferns losing to England and the NRL finals

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Counties Manukau are celebrating their second-ever reign with the Ranfurly Shield after a 22-19 victory over Northland in Whangarei.

A match-winning 79th minute penalty underscored a gritty defensive performance.

Counties Manukau vice-captain Adam Brash joined Piney to discuss.

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Counties Manukau are celebrating their second-ever reign with the Ranfurly Shield after a 22-19 victory over Northland in Whangarei.
A match-winning 79th minute penalty underscored a gritty defensive performance.
Counties Manukau vice-captain Adam Brash joined Piney to discuss.
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Adam Brash: Counties Manukau vice-captain on the team winning the Ranfurly Shield off Northland

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Elliott Smith: ZB rugby editor on the All Blacks' 'emotional' Rugby World Cup journey

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