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Black Sticks women give Argentina a run for their money in China

Black Sticks women give Argentina a run for their money in China

The Black Sticks women fought hard before slipping to a 3-2 loss to world No 2 Argentina at the Changzhou Invitational Tournament in China yesterday.

Allott appointed NZC CEO

Former Black Caps pace bowler Geoff Allott has been appointed chief executive of New Zealand Cricket, replacing Scott Weenink.

Baby Blacks scrape past Junior Wallabies

New Zealand fought back from a 12-point halftime deficit to beat Australia 34-29 in a thrilling opening match of the Under-20 Rugby Championship in South Africa yesterday.

Former Black Cap named as NZ Cricket CEO

Former Black Cap Geoff Allott has been named NZ Cricket's new CEO. Photo: RNZ

Former Black Cap named as NZ Cricket CEO

Former Black Caps fast bowler Geoff Allott has been appointed chief executive of New Zealand Cricket, replacing Scott Weenink, who resigned in December.

Fifa seeking another yellow card amnesty: report

An additional yellow card amnesty is reportedly being sought by FIFA to reduce the possibility of...

Fifa seeking another yellow card amnesty: report

FIFA is reportedly planning to add a second yellow card "amnesty" period for the this year's World Cup.

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Persistence pays off for defending champs

Southern Magpies goal defence Rebecca Mace arrives too late to stop University Albion A goal...

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Persistence pays off for defending champs

University Albion A recovered from a scrappy start to send another reminder of their strength as the Dunedin premier club competition had a rare Monday round yesterday.

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Ugly win? ‘We’ll take it’ — Kidwell

Highlanders utility Aaron Lennox is about to score a try despite being collared by Moana Pasifika...

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Ugly win? ‘We’ll take it’ — Kidwell

David Kidwell has a hint of cheekiness in his voice as he sends a message to anyone concerned the Highlanders’ win over Moana Pasifika at the weekend was not the prettiest watch.

NZ bank another two medals to come away from track world cup with four

New Zealand rider Tom Sexton (front) prepares to slingshot team-mate George Jackson during the...

NZ bank another two medals to come away from track world cup with four

New Zealanders claimed two medals on the final night to complete a four-medal haul at the UCI track world cup in Malaysia.

‘Exciting young talent’ named in squad to tour England

‘Exciting young talent’ named in squad to tour England

Spin bowling all-rounders Flora Devonshire and Nensi Patel, and batters Emma McLeod and Izzy Sharp, have been named in the White Ferns ODI squad for UK matches.

Players struggle with heat at Christchurch's new 'greenhouse'

William Havili of Moana Pasifika is tackled Veveni Lasaqa and Oliver Haig of the Highlanders at...

Players struggle with heat at Christchurch's new 'greenhouse'

The roof at Te Kaha brought a bumper atmosphere inside the stadium during Super Rugby Pacific's 'Super Round' - but it also brought the heat.

Red letter day for White Robe Lodge at Riccarton Anzac meet

Baubles wins the Canterbury Gold Cup at Riccarton on Saturday. PHOTO: RACE IMAGES SOUTH

Red letter day for White Robe Lodge at Riccarton Anzac meet

The Brian and Shane Anderton team and White Robe Lodge enjoyed a day for the ages at Riccarton on Saturday when they collected two of the three stakes features on the Anzac Day card.

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Dunedin City Royals routed by in-form Ferrymead

Dunedin City Royals defender Rhys Christie snuffs out an attack by Ferrymead Bays attacker...

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Dunedin City Royals routed by in-form Ferrymead

The Dunedin City Royals were foiled in their bid to get back on track in the Southern League as they slipped to a 3-0 loss to Ferrymead Bays at Tahuna Park yesterday.

Buchanan 19th in Jerez

Buchanan 19th in Jerez

Southland rider Cormac Buchanan is satisfied with his progress as he continues to return from injury.

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Dunedin sneak home to claim first win

Alhambra-Union captain Oliver Thode tries to get through Dunedin defenders Joe Cooke (left) and...

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Dunedin sneak home to claim first win

This was truly the dance of the desperates.

Two-hour marathon barrier broken in London

Kenya's Sabastian Sawe celebrates with a shoe after winning the men's elite race and setting a...

Two-hour marathon barrier broken in London

Kenya's Sabastian Sawe become the first man to run a marathon in under two hours in an official race as he stormed to victory at the London Marathon in 1hr 59min 30sec.

Steel ride confidence to another victory

Mystics captain Michaela Sokolich-Beatson and Steel captain Kimiora Poi battle for the ball...

Steel ride confidence to another victory

Never underestimate what a little confidence can do for a team.

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Fleming scores three to help Old Boys win

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Fleming scores three to help Old Boys win

Old Boys left Green Island with a 5-2 win in the third round of the Southern Premiership on Saturday.

Fernandez goal propels Chelsea into FA Cup final

Chelsea's Joao Pedro shoots at goal during their FA Cup semifinal win over Leeds United at...

Fernandez goal propels Chelsea into FA Cup final

Crisis-hit Chelsea beat Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley this morning to reach the FA Cup final.

Bizarre try helps Chiefs go top as NZ teams sweep Super Round

Jared Proffit of the Chiefs scores a try during Sunday's Super Rugby Pacific match against the...

Bizarre try helps Chiefs go top as NZ teams sweep Super Round

The Chiefs benefited from a bizarre try to beat the Fijian Drua 42-22 and go top of the Super Rugby Pacific standings today as NZ teams swept all five matches in Super Round.

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Back to winning form for Excelsior

The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

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Back to winning form for Excelsior

The defending champions are back in business.

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