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'Strong candidate' India upbeat about 2030 Commonwealth Games bid
13 Aug 2025India is bidding for the 2030 Games in Ahmedabad to boost its bigger dream of hosting the 2036 Olympic Games at the western Indian city.
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The Rugby Championship preview: Everything you need to know
13 Aug 2025For the first time in a long time, the All Blacks head in trying to win the title back.
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Origin star Capewell out, Boyd returns for Warriors against Dragons
12 Aug 2025Halfback Tanah Boyd was a last-minute drop for last week's loss to Canterbury Bulldogs.
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Big changes for future of America's Cup in new rules
12 Aug 2025America's Cup to become bi-annual event as new protocol is a "move to modernise the oldest sporting trophy in the world".
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Mixed news on All Blacks injuries for Rugby Championship opener
12 Aug 2025Scott Robertson confirmed that a couple of big names will be missing for this weekend's test against the Pumas.
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Silver Fern Kelly Jackson first of three Kiwi signings at Aussie club
12 Aug 2025Jackson will play in the Australian netball competition next year under New Zealand coach Kiri Wills at the Queensland Firebirds.
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Chris Wood has big ambitions for new Premier League season
12 Aug 2025Days out from the English Premier League football season Nottingham Forest's New Zealand striker Chris Wood is setting new goals.
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Nascar driver breaks collarbone after falling off car in celebration
12 Aug 2025Connor Zilisch's celebrations quickly came to an unexpected end when he slipped. Video
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Flashing mouthguards to be used at Rugby World Cup
12 Aug 2025Mouthguards that light up when a player sustains a significant head impact will be used this year.
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Watch: 50 years ago today, a Kiwi broke the mile world record
12 Aug 2025At 23-years old, Sir John Walker achieved one of the great moments in NZ athletics. Audio
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Liam Lawson not thinking about a return to Red Bull
12 Aug 2025New Zealand driver Liam Lawson said he is concentrating on performing for his Racing Bulls team and is not thinking about a potential return to Red Bull.
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Behind the Silver Ferns selection decisions
12 Aug 2025Dame Noeline Taurua has given one of the most dominant players in the Premiership a long-anticipated recall.
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Palace lose appeal against Europa League demotion
12 Aug 2025Crystal Palace's appeal against UEFA's decision to drop them from the Europa League to the third-tier Conference League was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
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Christchurch to host Super Rugby 'Super Round'
11 Aug 2025It will be the first time the event, which was in Melbourne from 2022 to 2024, will be held in New Zealand.
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Grace Nweke, Peta Toeava set to reunite for Silver Ferns
11 Aug 2025Netball New Zealand has confirmed the 2025/2026 squad which features the inclusion of star shooter Grace Nweke and her old Mystics teammate Peta Toeava.
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Kiwis dominate Asia underwater hockey champs
11 Aug 2025The New Zealand underwater hockey team has returned from the Asia champs with an impressive medal haul.
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Van Gisbergen remains king of the road in NASCAR
11 Aug 2025The 36-year-old Kiwi won his fourth race this season, scoring a comfortable victory in the Watkins Glen International in New York.
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Crystal Palace beat Liverpool in shootout to win Community Shield
11 Aug 2025Crystal Palace beat Premier League champions Liverpool on penalties after an entertaining draw at Wembley.
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New Zealand cyclist Strong takes Arctic Race win
11 Aug 2025Just four seconds seperated him and British Olympic champion Tom Pidcock.
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Phoenix leave it late in Australia Cup
11 Aug 2025They needed a 94th minute goal to beat Victorian club side Nunawading City 1-nil in Melbourne to get into the quarter-finals.
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Boxing: Japanese fighters on same card die from brain injuries
10 Aug 2025Two Japanese boxers have died in as many days, from injuries suffered in separate fights.
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Football: Plenty to play for in Auckland FC clash with A-League hopefuls
10 Aug 2025Auckland FC's Australia Cup clash with South Melbourne takes on a different tone, given the current state of the A-League.
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Kiwi cyclist Strong surprises climbers to retain Arctic Tour lead
10 Aug 2025The track specialist was expected to lose ground on the hills, but lived up to his name against the Olympic mountain-bike champion.
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'True original': Kiwi sailing legend Peter Lester dies, aged 70
10 Aug 2025The New Zealand yachting fraternity is mourning the death of the decorated former sailor and broadcaster.
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