Steel to host elimination final after tight win against Tactix
The Southern Steel will host the elimination final after winning the dress rehearsal against the Mainland Tactix in Invercargill.
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Macklan Robertson key for Sumner
Macklan Robertson key to Sumner's Metro Premier finals run
Former All Blacks coach Scott Robertson's son, Macklan, is looking to steer Sumner towards the Metro Premier finals after playing a pivotal role in their win over Lincoln University.
Mexico make winning start as World Cup begins
Mexico make winning start as World Cup begins
Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 this morning in a tempestuous clash.
From Prebbleton to the World Cup
Surman's journey from Prebbleton to the World Cup
New Zealand will play in the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 16 years next week - and Prebbleton’s Finn Surman will likely be in the thick of the action.
Dunedin premier rugby round 12 wrap-up
Dunedin premier rugby round 12 wrap-up
Alhambra-Union shook off the disappointment of being docked five competition points with a gutsy 43-41 win against Green Island in a Dunedin division 1 match at Miller Park.
Crusaders outclassed by rampant Chiefs
Crusaders outclassed by rampant Chiefs
The defending champs had no answers, as the Chiefs ran in try after try to slam the gate shut on the Canterbury team's hopes of making another Super Rugby final.
League legend embracing the Hyrox hurt
Canterbury league legend embracing the Hyrox hurt
Former Warriors and Hornby Panthers player Corey Lawrie is finding success in a different sporting arena after turning his hand to Hyrox, a high-intensity fitness race that combines running with workout stations.
Chiefs aiming to dethrone Crusaders
Chiefs aiming to dethrone Crusaders
The Chiefs may reach a fourth straight Super Rugby Pacific final - but they'll have to dethrone reigning champs the Crusaders to stay on track for a first title since 2013.
Young golfer set to tee off in US
Cooper Moore to join rising stars of world golf at United States competition
Canterbury golfer Cooper Moore has been selected for the international team to play at the Junior Presidents Cup in the United States from September 20-21.
Skullet man’s rise to fame
'Mum is not a fan': Skullet man’s rise to fame
Does this Canterbury first XV rugby player have the greatest hairstyle in New Zealand?
Brown set to become All Blacks assistant
Tony Brown set to become All Blacks assistant coach
Tony Brown will join the All Blacks as an assistant coach in 2028.
Hurricanes blow Brumbies away to reach semis
Hurricanes blow Brumbies away to reach semis
A ruthless Hurricanes side destroyed the Brumbies in a record 66-12 rout in tonight's Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinal in Wellington.
Christchurch to host NZ v India test
Christchurch to host NZ v India test
Christchurch will host one of two Black Caps NZ v India tests when the cricket powerhouse tours New Zealand this summer.
1st XV 'magic round' breaks down barriers
1st XV 'magic round' at St Bede's breaks down barriers
A South Island 1st XV rugby "magic round" is being credited for breaking down geographical and social barriers for young men, a Christchurch school principal says.
Crusaders' quarterfinal clash with Blues sells out fast
Crusaders' quarterfinal clash with Blues sells out fast
It took just 20 minutes for tickets to the quarter-final between the Crusaders and Blues at Te Kaha to be snapped up.
Crusaders make statement in thumping win over Hurricanes
Crusaders make statement in thumping win over Hurricanes
Though they may meet again in 2026, the Crusaders have landed a significant psychological blow ahead of the Super Rugby playoffs.
Grizz’s loose forward legacy lives on in grandson
Grizz’s loose forward legacy lives on as grandson chases glory at world champs
Growing up with his grandfather All Blacks great Alex ‘Grizz’ Wyllie watching from the sideline, University of Canterbury flanker Finn McLeod was never short of inspiration.
United hoping cup clash will give them a lift
Christchurch United hoping cup clash can lift their faltering league campaign
Christchurch United’s Southern League hopes may be fading week by week, but assistant coach Adria Casals hopes Friday’s Chatham Cup tie against Nomads can spark a change in fortunes.
Ravindra, Blundell spare NZ's blushes in Belfast
Ravindra, Blundell spare NZ's blushes in Belfast
Centuries to Rachin Ravindra and Tom Blundell saved the Black Caps on the opening day of the one-off test against Ireland in Belfast.
More surgery for All Blacks skipper
More surgery for All Blacks skipper
Scott Barrett will miss the All Blacks Nations Championship tests and South Africa tour as he recovers from back surgery.