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Cricket: Black Caps unfazed by T20 World Cup warm-up loss to England
England got the better of New Zealand by 13 runs in their T20 World Cup warm-up cricket match in Abu Dhabi.They posted 163 for six. The Black Caps were dismissed for 150 with Martin Guptill making 41 off 20 deliveries and Ish Sodhi...

Racing: Bary backing a bruising, brutal Cox Plate
Mega weekend ? A$5 million Cox Plate in Melbourne. ? A$2m Invitation in Sydney. ? Black type domestic racing at Matamata and Riccarton. ? Black type harness at Alexandra Park, Friday and Ashburton, Monday.Kiwi trainer John...

United States launches bold bids for men's and women's Rugby World Cups
Iconic venues involved as USA Rugby trumpet their vision on eve of ABs test in Washington.

Paddon to debut electric rally car
There will be plenty of engine noise just outside the south Canterbury town of Waimate this weekend with the possible exception of one car.

Black Caps lose second T20 warm-up game
The Black Caps have been beaten by England by 13 runs in their T20 World Cup warm-up game in Abu Dhabi.

Larrikin culture out as Matthew Ridge sets about Designing Dreams
Lad culture and larrikins have no place in former All Black and league star Matthew Ridge’s new TV venture, Designing Dreams.

All Blacks: Sam Whitelock's return as captain a significant tick of trust
ANALYSIS: The All Blacks coaches didn't want to burden Sam Cane with the captaincy. Step up, Sam Whitelock.

France to announce sanctions amid fishing dispute with UK

James Pattinson: Australia fast bowler retires from international cricket
Australia fast bowler James Pattinson retires from international cricket after deciding he is not able to push for an Ashes place.

Five arrested after Man City fan attacked in Belgium
Five people are arrested after a Manchester City fan was attacked following Tuesday's Champions League game at Club Bruges.

NBA: Milwaukee Bucks beat Brooklyn Nets, LA Lakers lose to Golden State Warriors
Milwaukee Bucks begin their title defence with victory over Brooklyn Nets as Golden State Warriors defeat Los Angeles Lakers on the opening night of the 2021-22 NBA season.

Why Wales star's conscience wouldn't let him play one last test against the All Blacks
Retiring fullback Hallam Amos felt he had to tell Wayne Pivac early that he is quitting to become a doctor.

Racing: Tutukaka triumphant in Geelong Classic
The Tony Pike-trained Tutukaka confirmed his staying prowess when powering home to land the Listed Geelong Classic (2200m) on Wednesday under a patient Damian Lane ride.The Tavistock gelding raced too fiercely when fifth in the...

Rugby: Beauden Barrett pays tribute to wife Hannah's grandfather
Beauden Barrett has paid tribute to his wife Hannah's grandfather, Bob, who passed away this week.Posting to his Instagram, Barrett described him as the "ultimate gentleman and family man".The pair shared a passion for rugby,...

GP who may quit over Covid-19 stance tells anti-vax rally she tried to import ivermectin
Sophie Febery told a crowd she tried to import a drug health experts warn is unsafe and unproven as a Covid cure.

Twenty20 World Cup: Early upset shows this tournament is a tricky business for crystal ball gazing
OPINION: Matches can turn on a dime, form can fluctuate at alarming rates, and results can be a rollercoaster as a consequence, writes Kristy Havill.

'A special man': Razor on Sean Wainui after leaving his mark on Crusaders
The man who would arrive at Rugby Park and give coach Scott Robertson a big hongi and a ‘chur bro’ played an instrumental part in embedding the team's haka and bicultural understanding.

Child advocacy group pushes for law change to protect children in sport
A leading child protection charity says sports groups should be legally required to vet check people who work with children.

Black Caps lose T20 World Cup warm-up to England, but Martin Guptill shows good form
Martin Guptill showed good form at the top of the order, but a collapse left the Black Caps up against it in their final pre-tournament hit-out.