About this season
Infamous comedy duo Jono & Ben are on the hunt for Aotearoa's most unique sports. From roller derby to chilli eating and speed cubing, our country is overflowing with unsung sporting heroes.
Episodes (6)
1. Episode 1
Aired 9 September 2021 • 44 min
The boys meet strongwoman Shayna Wirihana, have a go at kite foiling, feel the burn at a chilli eating competition and hit the grass for lawn mower racing in Eketāhuna.
2. Episode 2
Aired 16 September 2021
The boys head to Meremere for a burnout competition, get to know timbersports champ Darcell Apelu and discover a family of barefoot water skiers.
3. Episode 3
Aired 23 September 2021
Jono & Ben get in the ring for Impact Pro Wrestling, test their animal instincts with Sheepdog Trials and hit the water to test their skills in Waka Ama.
4. Episode 4
Aired 30 September 2021
The boys meet a family of RC car racers, head to Christchurch to learn about the world of competitive speed cubing, and take part in a rough 'n ready roller derby match.
5. Episode 5
Aired 7 October 2021
Jono and Ben get suited up for medieval combat, meet some of the characters involved in New Zealand's version of beer pong, and discover the small but passionate Quidditch community.
6. Episode 6
Aired 14 October 2021
The boys go head-to-head in robot combat, get thrashed by some ten pin bowling stars, let out some aggression with wheelchair rugby & discover the unusual sport of bathtub racing.