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The Otago Sparks celebrate a wicket in last year's Super Smash final against the Wellington Blaze...

Dion Nash quits NZ Cricket board after NZ20 decision

The first signs of fallout from New Zealand Cricket's decision to pursue a new franchise-based Twenty20 competition have emerged, with board member Dion Nash resigning just hours after the announcement.

Joseph included in Black Ferns squad

Maia Joseph on her way to scoring for the Black Ferns during this morning's win over Ireland at...

Joseph included in Black Ferns squad

Otago halfback Maia Joseph has been included in Whitney Hansen's first Black Ferns squad.

Joseph calls for players to ‘own’ their performances

Jamie Joseph at Highlanders training in January. PHOTO: GERARD O'BRIEN

Joseph calls for players to ‘own’ their performances

Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph is calling on his squad to take more responsibility after a hefty loss to the Hurricanes.

Black Caps to play rare four-test series in Australia

The Black Caps will play Australia in four tests later this year. Photo: Getty Images

Black Caps to play rare four-test series in Australia

The Black Caps will play their first-ever four-test series against Australia when they tour later this year and it will be their first against any opponent in 26 years.

Walsh claims fourth indoor world title

Tom Walsh celebrates with his gold medal from the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland...

Walsh claims fourth indoor world title

Tom Walsh has retained his World Indoor shot put title to become the all-time record holder in the event.

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Convincing win makes dream start for Northern

Nomads player Guy Reeves (left) battles for the ball with Northern’s Amasio Jutel during their...

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Convincing win makes dream start for Northern

Northern made a strong Southern League debut with a 3-0 win against Nomads United at Logan Park on Saturday.

O'Reilly double sparks City League Cup triumph

Nico O'Reilly lifts the Carabao Cup after scoring a double in Manchester City's final win. Photo:...

O'Reilly double sparks City League Cup triumph

Manchester City reasserted themselves as trophy hunters supreme as they gave Arsenal a chastening reality check with a 2-0 victory in the League Cup final thanks to Nico O'Reilly's second...

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Solid effort from Steel in preseason encounter

Southern Steel goal attack Georgia Heffernan lines up her shot under the pressure of Mainland...

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Solid effort from Steel in preseason encounter

Hopefully that is a sign of things to come.

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Loose forward scored most famous try

Elliot Dixon scores a try for the Highlanders during their game against the Crusaders in 2018....

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Loose forward scored most famous try

Elliot Dixon went on quite the journey.

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Series to White Ferns as South Africa falter

Sophie Devine in full flourish during her innings of 64 for the White Ferns against South Africa...

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Series to White Ferns as South Africa falter

South Africa fumbled their way to a six-wicket loss to the White Ferns in Wellington yesterday.

North East Valley to take winning form into final

North East Valley to take winning form into final

North East Valley completed the one-day round-robin with a comfortable win against Green Island at Sunnyvale on Saturday.

Familiar foes to face off in final

Familiar foes to face off in final

Union will meet Oamaru, for the third consecutive season, in the Borton Cup Final this coming Saturday. Both teams progressed comfortably through their semifinals, with Oamaru defeating Albion by...

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Swimmers make the most of home pool

South Otago swimmer Gemma Ioane works hard in the 200m freestyle.

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Swimmers make the most of home pool

Moana Pool was a hive of activity at the weekend as rising swimmers made a splash.

Veterans claim titles at national cross-country championships

Samara Sheppard heads to victory at the New Zealand cross-country mountain biking championships...

Veterans claim titles at national cross-country championships

Two 30-something mountain bike greats showed class was permanent as they dominated the New Zealand cross-country championships in Rotorua on Saturday.

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