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Second T20 washed out, NZ lose chance to win back Chappell-Hadlee
Rain had the final say on a damp evening at Bay Oval.
Country over club: Why Santner wants Black Caps before T20 riches
As one of the world's best white-ball players, the NZ captain isn't chasing the money.
‘Hungry for more’: The innings that should change Black Cap’s life forever
Tim Robinson wasn’t meant to face Australia, but scored an unbeaten century at Bay Oval.
Robinson ton in vain, Australia hammer Black Caps in Chappell-Hadlee opener
New Zealand’s bowlers were powerless to stop their opponents at Bay Oval.
Black Caps star ruled out of Australia series after major laceration
The 25-year-old needed stitches after sustaining a deep cut to his face.
‘Exciting opportunity’: NZ, Australian captains open to Kiwi Big Bash team
NZ Cricket is exploring the idea of entries into the Australian T20 competition.
Black Caps star in doubt after freak fielding accident
Rachin Ravindra collided with an advertising hoarding, cutting his face.
Freelancer to frontrunner: Seifert's return fixes major Black Caps problem
After time as a freelancer, the wicketkeeper has committed to NZ for the T20 World Cup.
‘It wouldn’t have worked’: Why Vettori didn’t want to coach Black Caps
The former New Zealand captain was sounded out to replace Gary Stead, but said no.
Ravindra poised to join cricket's elite as Kiwi summer begins against Australia
The 25-year-old Black Cap has been tipped to become one of the game's modern greats.
Santner loses fitness race to face Australia, new captain for T20 series
The white-ball skipper will miss the start of the Kiwi summer with a sports hernia.
The curious case of Finn Allen: What the future holds for NZ's brightest talent
The 26-year-old has recommitted to New Zealand, after giving back his contract last year.
T20 freelancers commit to Black Caps for World Cup, sign casual deals
NZ Cricket has confirmed its five-strong list of players outside central contracts.
‘A bit nervous’: Aussie great’s fears for cricket’s future as T20 surges
The rise of the shortest format continues to impact the international game.
Black Caps great Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa
The 41-year-old will try to help Samoa qualify for next year’s T20 World Cup.
'Get the balance right': O'Rourke injury highlights cricket's biggest problem
The 24-year-old faces at least three months out with a back stress fracture.
Black Caps fast bowler suffers back fracture, to miss start of NZ summer
Elsewhere, white ball captain Mitchell Santner is in a fitness race to face Australia.
Editorial: Never spurn the chance to rewrite the history books
OPINION: The magical 1000-run mark wasn't out of the question, but NZ didn't even try.
Black Caps player ratings: Who missed their chance in Zimbabwe series win?
OPINION: How New Zealand rated in their 2-0 series sweep.
Black Caps thrash Zimbabwe for largest test win as Foulkes takes five-for
Once again, New Zealand won inside three days to seal a 2-0 series sweep.
Centuries galore as Black Caps' batters bash Zimbabwe into the dirt
Two wickets, and plenty of records, fell on day two of the second test.
Deja vu: Black Caps openers take control after Henry routs Zimbabwe
New Zealand already hold a first innings lead after day one in Bulawayo.
Henry takes nine as Black Caps smash Zimbabwe inside three days
New Zealand have taken an unassailable lead in the two-test series.
Black Caps, White Ferns may need qualifiers for LA Olympics under ICC rules
The New Zealand teams could have to qualify for the Los Angeles Olympics.
Mitchell, bowlers put Black Caps in driver's seat for victory over Zimbabwe
New Zealand recovered from some early wobbles to end day two on the front foot.
Zimbabwe batter returns after ban, set to face Black Caps
Brendan Taylor rejoins Zimbabwe’s test squad after a three-and-a-half-year ban.
Henry rolls Zimbabwe before Conway gives Black Caps control in Bulawayo
Even after losing the toss, New Zealand outplayed their hosts on day one.
Black Caps suffer injury blow with Latham out on eve of first test
Tom Latham has been ruled out of the first test against Zimbabwe with a shoulder injury.
Never lost: The Black Caps aim to retain near perfect test record
The Black Caps don the whites for the first time in more than seven months.