Jack Mesley: Super Rugby CEO comments on Super Round in Christchurch

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks's victory over Ireland - and whether there's more global demand for rugby than expected.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 2 November. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Excitement's brewing ahead of another A-League season for the Wellington Phoenix women's side. Some new names have been signed on, including current Football Ferns goalkeeper Victoria Esson - as well as some new overseas talent. Tessel Middag is one of these new overseas players, and she joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi axeman Jack Jordan made history last weekend. He won the Stihl Timbersports World Championship individual event in Milan, Italy, for the first time - a departure from last year's second-place finish. He joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pacific Championships are set to continue, with Tonga facing off against the Kiwis this afternoon. The Auckland clash in the penultimate weekend of the Pacific Championships will determine who meets Samoa next weekend. Kiwis player Isaiah Papali'i joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Irish side came up short against the All Blacks in the long-awaited clash at Soldier Field in Chicago. Ireland held the lead in the first half, but a last-minute comeback saw the Kiwi side emerge victorious. Irish rugby journalist Murray Kinsella joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A second half blitz has powered the All Blacks to a 26-13 win over Ireland in Chicago. Down 10-7 at halftime, three tries in the last 20 minutes helped the ABs start their Grand Slam tour with an emphatic win. All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 1 November. On the show with Piney today we had... Justin Marshall - Former All Black - ABs v Ireland Brent Pope - Rugby Analyst - ABs v Ireland Liam Sceats - New Zealand Grand Prix champion - His motorsport journey, competing in Indy NXT Michael Bracewell - Blackcap - 3rd ODI this arvo Adam Peacock - Aussie Corri Kieran Read - Former All Black - 10 years since 2015 World Cup win Jack Mesley - Super Rugby CEO - Tickets on sale for Super Round Lachie Brook - Auckland FC Winger - Auckland FC v Adelaide United Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC picked up their first win of the season last weekend, beating Western Sydney Wanderers 1-0. Up next: Adelaide United. Last time the teams faced in March of this year, it ended in a thrilling 4-4 draw following late goals from both sides.  Auckland FC Winger Lachie Brook joined Jason Pine to discuss his mindset as he heads in to the match against his former club. 'Like I said, I am a fan of the club - not that it's going to make me play any less hard.'  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tickets are now on sale for the Super Round due to take place in April of next year in Christchurch. 10 teams will play 5 high-stakes matches at Christchurch's new One NZ Stadium, all within two days. Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley told Jason Pine that the ticket sales are already looking positive.  'The take-up's been, Excellent. Yeah, we're really pleased, really pleased with the response so far.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.