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Unlikely heroes guide Black Caps to ODI series whitewash over England
Blair Tickner and Zak Foulkes kept their composure to earn a famous win in Wellington.
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Silver Ferns crush Australia Diamonds after Dame Noeline Taurua reinstatement
The upset victory keeps NZ's Constellation Cup hopes alive.
Waikato fighter's big knockout win as rise continues
Titus Proctor impressed in his first outing under the One Championship banner.
'A major change': More tests confirmed for Black Ferns in 2026
The Black Ferns will play 10 tests next year after confirmation of the WXV Global Series.
Centre of attention: Tupaea out to cement All Blacks' No 13 jersey
The All Blacks midfielder is eyeing more opportunities in the starting side.
'Gentle giant with a big heart': Former Fiji, Super Rugby and NPC powerhouse dies unexpectedly
The 58-year-old played 49 games for Fiji and featured in two NZ Super Rugby sides.
Devon Briggs turns Paris heartbreak into UCI glory
The 21-year-old struck gold after sitting in the pack for most of the 10km race.
Riders brace for gruelling Hard Adventure Enduro
More than 150 riders will tackle Taupō’s tough, three-day competition.
From Hamilton to the world: Rising fight star’s biggest test yet
Titus Proctor will step into Bangkok’s iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium on October 24.
Samara Maxwell secures historic World Series mountain biking crown
The 23-year-old Taupō rider sealed the crown with five wins from 10 rounds.
Chiefs playmaker signs with Highlanders
Jamie Joseph says new signing fits the club’s long-term depth plan.
Richardson to make pro boxing debut against Maireroa in Hamilton
Emile Richardson represented New Zealand at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
NZ racing hires Australian trio for leadership shake-up
All three new hires come from senior roles in Australia's racing industry.
Waikato boxers win 13 medals at national championships
Among the winners was Alex Mukuka, who secured his fifth national title.
Steamers crush Waikato to secure top four position
The Steamers retained both the Chiefs Cup and Nathan Strongman Trophy.
Mick On Monday: The forgotten jockey too good to be ignored
An unheralded jockey is back from career-threatening injuries to shock the premiership.
'Awesome to be back': Roigard comeback ignites All Blacks' fuse at Eden Park
The halfback's return from injury proved to be the difference at Eden Park.
Marsh’s magic run continues as he pulls carpet out from under punters
Magic Carpet causes an upset in the Guineas at Te Rapa.
'A beautiful privilege': First Kiwi woman in UFC on the pressure of her position
The Matamata fighter will be the first Kiwi woman to compete in the UFC octagon.
Horse of the Year may not like weather of the week
Waikato's weather won't just affect the market for Saturday's big race but the result too.
MMA: Hamilton fighter wins at recent Arsenal X event after 40 seconds
Arsenal X is the brainchild of six-time Kickboxing/Muay Thai world champion Jason Suttie.
Racing’s biggest names confirm for Te Rapa regardless of weather
Weather could have final say on who is the horse to beat in Saturday's Group 1 at Te Rapa.
Boxing: Masson wins despite last-minute opponent change
Floyd Masson was meant to take on Dharmender Grewal, but ended up fighting Johan Linde.
Wilde unstoppable: Fourth straight T100 triumph after comeback from crash
The 28-year-old eased home in Valencia more than two minutes ahead.
Drying track could prove crucial for Jesko in Great NZ Steeples
Trainer-jockey Shaun Fannin says New Zealand's longest race holds no fears for Jesko.
Great New Zealand Hurdle favourite faces huge challenge with weight
The new Great New Zealand jumps racing carnival starts at Te Aroha today.
All Blacks halfback returns from injury, set to play provincial rugby
Thirteen All Blacks have been released to play NPC after a record loss at the weekend.
Kids feel like Super Rugby stars at NZ’s biggest junior rugby festival
120 teams and more than 10,000 supporters are expected to attend.
Rugby: Chiefs U18 team to take on NZ Māori U18 team
The match will take place on September 20 in Hamilton.
Kickboxing: Waikato fighter hungry for more after world title win
The 21-year-old has already accumulated 13 New Zealand titles.