NZ call for fresh Soccer Ashes clash with Australia The Soccer Ashes - the re-ignited rivalry between the Socceroos and All Whites - would be the perfect way to tune up for a World Cup, New Zealand Football say. AAP · Mar 25, 2025
The true impact of NZ's fast lane to FIFA World Cup New Zealand have booked their spot in next year's World Cup, benefiting from a major change to qualification that has knock-on effects throughout Oceania. AAP · Mar 25, 2025
New Zealand deny New Caledonia to reach FIFA World Cup Michael Boxall has scored his first goal for New Zealand when his country needed it the most, helping sending the All Whites to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. AAP · Mar 24, 2025
An age of success lies ahead for Aussie golfer Jones Champions Tour money list winner Steve Alker has backed Australian Brendan Jones to be an immediate success on the senior tour. AAP · Feb 25, 2025
Warriors coach keeping options open for new halves duo Andrew Webster will get his first look at the Warriors without superstar halfback Shaun Johnson, with the coach keeping rivals guessing on his replacement. AAP · Feb 4, 2025
Auckland stay top with win over Bulls, cop injury blow Auckland FC remain top of the A-League Men after beating Macarthur FC 2-1 at home, but have lost central defender Nando Pijnaker to an ankle injury. AAP · Feb 1, 2025
Mennenga too hot to handle as Breakers down JackJumpers New Zealand big man Sam Mennenga has scored 21 points in the second half to lead his side to victory over Tasmania in their NBL clash in Auckland. AAP · Jan 16, 2025
New model Nyika warned about 'poking bear' Opetaia A 'new and improved' David Nyika insists he can take the IBF world cruiserweight title from Jai Opetaia, but Opetaia's camp says his chirping is wearing thin. AAP · Jan 5, 2025
Sharks back Fonua-Blake as missing piece in title chase Determined to go one step further than their preliminary final loss, Cronulla are convinced Addin Fonua-Blake is the missing piece in their premiership puzzle. AAP · Dec 17, 2024
Q&A: How England’s Test team fared during an eventful 2024 and what comes next England won nine of their 17 Tests this year, losing eight. The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024
Victory over England a ‘nice way to fade out’ for Tim Southee The veteran seamer took his 391st and final Test wicket as New Zealand completed a huge win on his home ground in Hamilton. The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024
No ‘holding back’ vows Ben Stokes despite injury problems The England captain will have a scan on his hamstring after the 423-run defeat to New Zealand in the third Test. The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024
England slump to 423-run defeat in final Test against New Zealand Set a mammoth 658 to win by New Zealand, England were bowled out for 234 with injured captain Ben Stokes not batting. The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024
England slide towards heavy defeat in third Test Jacob Bethell and Joe Root fell after making half centuries as England chase a mammoth 658 to win in Hamilton The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024
The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2024 England may look to manage Ben Stokes’ bowling after latest injury blow Stokes left the field clutching the same left hamstring he tore badly in August.
The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2024 Ben Stokes hit by fresh injury blow as England toil in third Test The England captain limped off after clutching his hamstring as New Zealand set the tourists 658 to win and claimed two early wickets.
The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2024 Injury scare for Ben Stokes adds to England’s woes in third Test The England captain left the field clutching his hamstring as New Zealand pushed their lead towards 500 in Hamilton.
The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2024 England ‘broken open by pretty special, really hostile spell of Test bowling’ England lost all 10 wickets inside 36 chaotic overs.
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2024 ‘Pure elation’ for Matthew Potts as he dismisses Kane Williamson again Potts claimed the wicket of the former New Zealand captain for the fourth time in five innings.
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2024 England claim three wickets after frustrating opening session Gus Atkinson, Matthew Potts and Brydon Carse all made breakthroughs after lunch as New Zealand dipped to 172 for three.
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2024 England’s bowlers frustrated by New Zealand openers Ben Stokes won the toss but his side went wicketless in the opening session of the third Test in Hamilton.
The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2024 Talking points as England chase Test series win over New Zealand in Wellington England won the first Test by eight wickets.
The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2024 Harry Brook: England quick Chris Woakes was ‘dagger to the heart’ of New Zealand Brook top-scored with 171 as the tourists ran up 499 on day three at Hagley Oval, but Woakes delivered the killer blow.
The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2024 Chris Woakes puts England in total control over New Zealand after Harry Brook’s 171 New Zealand lead by four runs at the end of day three with only four wickets remaining
The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2024 Harry Brook cashes in on dropped chances to lead England’s recovery against New Zealand Brook unbeaten on 132 after being dropped four times by New Zealand as England recovered from 71 for four to 319 for five in Christchurch.