Size v speed the World Cup battleground
It's the new age Rugby World Cup which poses one of the sport's oldest questions - will a good big man beat a good little man?
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Rugby World Cup: Players you may recognise
Rugby World Cup: Players you may recognise
When the Rugby World Cup kicks off on September 20 there will be a strong Canterbury presence at the tournament – and not just with the All Blacks.
Final rematch set for premier netball
Final rematch set for premier netball
The teams have been found for the premiere netball final on Saturday.
England win final test, Aussies hold on to urn
England win final Ashes test, Aussies hold on to urn
England have bowled Australia out for 263 to win the final test at The Oval by 135 runs and ensure the first drawn Ashes series since 1972.
All Blacks deny speculation over Sonny Bill
All Blacks deny speculation over Sonny Bill
The All Blacks have shot down speculation surrounding Sonny Bill Williams' availability for the Rugby World Cup, after one commentator suggested that Ngani Laumape is set to replace him in Japan.
Archer gives England advantage over Aussies
Archer gives England advantage over Aussies
Jofra Archer took six wickets as England's bowlers gave their side a handy lead on the second day of the final Ashes test.
Pride's title defence starts with understrength team
Pride's title defence starts with understrength team
Canterbury United Pride begin the defence of their National Women’s League title when they host Capital at English Park on Sunday.
Hansen: Squire not considered as replacement
Hansen: Squire not considered as replacement
Coach Steve Hansen has revealed that Liam Squire wasn't considered as an injury replacement for concussed All Black loose forward Luke Jacobson.
Highlander makes World Cup squad after injury
Another Highlander makes World Cup squad after injury
Highlanders flanker Shannon Frizell has received a late call up to the All Blacks World Cup squad as an injury replacement.
Bulls want to avenge last year's defeat
Bulls want to avenge last year's defeat
The Canterbury Bulls face a tough task when they open their National Premiership campaign with a trip to the defending champion Akarana Falcons on Saturday.
Canterbury schoolboys make NZSS rugby team
Canterbury schoolboys make NZSS rugby team
Seven Canterbury players have been selected in the New Zealand secondary schools' rugby team announced on Thursday afternoon.
Owen Franks to turn out for Canterbury after All Blacks snub
Owen Franks to turn out for Canterbury after All Blacks snub
All Blacks reject Owen Franks will play his first game for Canterbury in nine years as he looks to stay sharp and remain an injury replacement option for the World Cup.
Hansen the greatest if ABs win World Cup?
Hansen the greatest if ABs win World Cup?
If the All Blacks clinch a third successive World Cup title in Japan, Steve Hansen is almost certainly going to be regarded as the team's greatest coach.
More world champs gold for Sophie Pascoe
More world champs gold for Sophie Pascoe
Sophie Pascoe has won her third gold in as many days at the World Para Swimming Championships in London.
Rolleston teen on the road to Olympics
Rolleston teen on the road to Olympics
Rolleston College cyclist Nick Rush has lofty goals and he knows hard work is the best way to achieve them.
Underdogs co-operate ahead of semis
Underdogs co-operate ahead of semis
Semi-finalists consider a combined training run to help each other win their respective games on Saturday.
All Blacks handle heat in first training run
All Blacks handle heat in first training run
Rugby World Cup favourites New Zealand have had their first training run in Japan, the players having to adjust from the winter temperatures of home.
Trainer aims to get ringside at Olympics
Trainer aims to get ringside at Olympics
She started boxing as a way to stay fit but now she could be headed to the Olympics as a trainer.
Gold medal start for Sophie Pascoe
Gold medal start for Sophie Pascoe
New Zealand swimmer Sophie Pascoe has won her first gold of the World Para Swimming Championships in London.
Boks trial tricky tactics with eye on ABs match
Boks trial tricky tactics with eye on ABs match
The All Blacks' decision to finish their 92-7 win over Tonga with just 14 men created plenty of interest, but the Springboks have also been trialling some tricky tactics.