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Lomu review – fascinatingly nuanced tribute to rugby’s first superstar
His destructive pace and power changed the game for ever, but behind the fame and ineffable exterior of this g…
All Blacks v Springboks: What South African pundits are tipping
Here’s a sample of what South Africa’s rugby media have had to say about this weekend’s third test in the Rugb…
Formula 1: Liam Lawson to remain with Red Bull for Italian Grand Prix, Isack Hadjar remains injured
Liam Lawson will remain at Red Bull for Formula One’s Italian Grand Prix.
Rabbitohs and Roosters to unite for Jai Arrow’s 100th NRL match for South Sydney
By Liam Swiggs of RNZ
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon mixes up Waratahs with Warriors at Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has suffered an embarrassing slip of the tongue at the Pacific Islands Forum …
All Blacks v South Africa jet flyover in Cape Town: Third test flyover in Soweto cancelled
South Africa’s aviation safety body: ‘It is critical that we interrogate this past weekend’s events with clear…
Warriors: Forward Tanner Stowers-Smith extends contract through 2030
New Zealand Warriors front-rower Tanner Stowers-Smith has extended his contract with the NRL club until 2030.
ANZ Premiership: Mystics assistant Rob Wright would have stayed if Netball NZ’s private league came sooner
Four-time ANZ Premiership-winning coach Rob Wright has revealed he would have stayed if Netball New Zealand’s …
NRL: Warriors fans face grand final travel scramble as Sydney flights sell out
If you are a New Zealand Warriors fan convinced they will make next month’s NRL grand final in Sydney, you mig…
ANZ Premiership future: Michaela Sokolich-Beatson in tears after Netball NZ confirm private league
Northern Mystics captain Michaela Sokolich-Beatson broke down in tears at the announcement New Zealand will ha…
ANZ Premiership: Netball NZ confirms minimum five-team private domestic league for 2027
Netball New Zealand has committed to a minimum five-team private domestic competition for next year, after con…
All Blacks v South Africa jet flyover in Cape Town: Airline hands flight data to aviation officials
Flight data from two jets that flew over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium before Sunday’s All Blacks rugby test has bee…
All Whites defender Tyler Bindon joins Charlton on season-long loan
All Whites defender Tyler Bindon has joined Charlton Athletic to play in Championship football in England.
ANZ Premiership replacement: Mowbray-Williams bid preferred for 2027 netball league
By Dana Johannsen of RNZ
All Blacks v Springboks: World media reacts to ‘dangerous’ flyover before Cape Town test
How the world’s media reacted to the controversial South African flyover before the second Springboks-All Blac…
Michel Platini says Gianni Infantino ‘must go’ over FIFA scandals
French football great Michel Platini has said Fifa president Gianni Infantino “must go” after the scandals tha…
Warriors v Knights: Kiwi club target strong finish to regular season, vow to attack Manly Sea Eagles
Even with their spot in the NRL’s top two all but locked in, the Warriors have no intention of playing it safe…
Presidents Cup teams: Ryan Fox confirmed in international line-up for September event
Ryan Fox is finally getting his chance to compete in the Presidents Cup.
Warriors v Knights: Rave reviews for Jett Cleary as Kiwi side fight back for Newcastle victory
While it was always going to be a huge ask to live up to the hype his surname brings, Warriors rookie half Jet…
All Blacks v Springboks: Low-flying aircraft shock rugby fans
A flyover before the All Blacks’ second test against the Springboks has left fans shocked at how close the pla…
All Blacks v Springboks: South Africa Rugby plans legal action against travel agencies over test tickets
South Africa Rugby plans to take legal action against travel agencies who left fans without tickets for the Al…
All Blacks v Springboks: Dave Rennie era suffers first loss as All Blacks comeback falls short in Cape Town
By Liam Napier in Cape Town
Olé for Robinson as England take firm control of Lord’s Test against Pakistan
Second Test, day two: England 290 & 81-3; Pakistan 110 Ollie Robinson takes 4-11; Emilio Gay unbeaten on 30 Jo…
All Blacks v Springboks: Live Commentary and all you need to know
After last weekend's dominant win over the Springboks at Ellis Park, the All Blacks are angling for a repeat p…
PGA Tour Championship: Ryan Fox taking in full picture of year after reaching latest milestone
In his return to the PGA Tour after a brief hiatus, Ryan Fox didn’t expect to find himself watching the leader…
All Blacks v Lions: Pundits react as Dave Rennie’s men win final midweek match
‘The Lions matched fire with fire’
Auckland FC take underdogs mentality into Saudi Fifa Intercontinental Cup match
Auckland FC are entering their Intercontinental Cup fixture in Saudi Arabia against Al-Ahli Saudi FC with an u…
Ryan Fox invests in Kane Williamson’s cricket protection brand Cover
A pair of New Zealand’s finest sportsmen are teaming up in business.
All Blacks v Lions: All Blacks rally from 18 points down to remain unbeaten in South Africa
By Liam Napier at Ellis Park