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All Blacks easily defeat Japan - but they're still getting sloppy at the end
The All Blacks have kicked off their end-of-year tour in winning - albeit frustratingly familiar - style.
Lions win NPC in extra-time epic
Wellington have won the 2024 NPC in a tight match that went into extra time.
Was Kiwi Ferns' 2003 Cup our greatest ever win?
The New Zealand women conceded a single try in the entire 2003 Rugby League World Cup.
Commonwealth queen's reign may be over
Squash was one of several sports axed for a scaled down version of the Commonwealth Games.
Monster All Black pack to be unleashed on Japan
A massive All Blacks forward pack has been named to take on Japan this weekend.
Shaun Johnson returns for Kiwis v Kangaroos faceoff
Kiwis halfback Shaun Johnson was retired and living the relaxed family life when the call came for one final act.
League: Young guns, seasoned vets named in Kiwis
Kiwis coach Stacey Jones has named his side to take on the Kangaroos this Sunday.
Former White Fern hopes to bury World Cup demons
Ahead of the T20 World Cup final against South Africa, Liz Green is still haunted by the one that got away.
Auckland mark A-League debut with a win
Auckland's newest sports team have made a winning start to their A-League tenure.
David Tua to be honoured in Auckland Hall of Fame
One of the most destructive and feared boxers on the planet is set to be the inaugural inductee into the Auckland Boxing Association Hall of Fame.
David Tua returning home to Samoa
David Tua will move to Samoa in November with his wife.
Rugby league: Mackenzie Wiki to create her own legend
The daughter of a one of the game's greats is set to create her own legend in rugby league.
Football World Cup qualifier: All Whites made to sweat before overcoming Tahiti
The All Whites have soundly beaten Tahiti in Vanuatu on Friday afternoon.
Black Caps keep faith in struggling Conway
Black Caps opener Devon Conway has retained his place for the tour to India.
Is the NRL season too long?
"It's quite a slog." Warriors and Kiwis fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad wants to see a shorter NRL season.
'Sorry about my ugly tears but I don't care' - Waikato scoop title in Farah Cup Final
Waikato have beaten Canterbury 27-25 to win the 2024 FPC.
Adesanya's rival to defend light heavyweight title
UFC 307 sees Alex Poatan Pereira take on Khalil Rountree Jr
The upcoming T20 Cricket World Cup, previewed
The global showpiece of the shortest cricket format will see 10 nations battle it out in the UAE
'It's now Tom's time': Tim Southee's test captaincy ends
Southee said resigning as test captain was not something he considered prior to series defeat in Sri Lanka.
Marcelle Parkes adjusting to life in the front row
It began as a joke, but the Black Fern has completed her switch to prop in less than a year.
Nweke determined to return and reclaim Silver Ferns bib
Superstar Grace Nweke says the series against Australia in October could be her last in the black dress for a while.
Black Caps in freefall in Galle
the Black Caps are in serious strife in their second test against Sri Lanka.
Ferns primed for physical battle with Roses
The Silver Ferns are gearing up for a stern challenge from the English this Sunday. Audio
Mea Motu 'annoyed' by opponent's withdrawal from fight
Mea Motu has had her world title fight postponed, but has booked another opponent for 4 October.
Black Caps move forward after stall in Galle
The Black Caps will look to bounce back in the second test against Sri lanka in Galle after going down by 63 runs in the series opener.