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Parker, Fa ready to put it on the line
World-ranked New Zealand boxers not hiding from implications of heavyweight match-up in Auckland.
Black Caps set to sink teeth into arch rivals Australia
The Black Caps preparations for the T20 World Cup later this year shift up a gear this week, with the start of a five-match home series against Australia.
Black Caps star's surreal auction experience
For most, dreams of becoming an overnight millionaire are just that. Not for New Zealand cricket's fastest rising star Kyle Jamieson.
All Blacks rising star staying focussed on future
As his selfless New Year celebrations will attest, Caleb Clarke's feet remain firmly on the ground.
Excitement within Black Caps squad for Test Championship final
The text messages were flying around the Black Caps' group chat on Wednesday morning.
'Please don't step me': Clarke keen to have RTS at Blues
To say All Blacks wing Roger Tuivasa-Sheck will join him in the Blues backline next year is an understatement.
Tanner keen for quick time as he runs in famous footsteps
Olympic 1500m hopeful of time to rival some NZ middle-distance legends when National One Mile Championship returns this weekend.
Conor McGregor keeping close eye on Kiwi counterpart
The biggest name in combat sports admits he has one eye on a no-nonsense New Zealander ahead of UFC 257.
Kenny Smith and the need for speed at 79
Age has not diminished the need for speed for veteran New Zealand race-car driver Kenny Smith.
World record for Devine in Dunedin
Sophie Devine has celebrated good news for the New Zealand women's cricket team with a history-making performance.
Kiwi UFC star ditches tough guy desire
In a sport renowned for tough guys, there's a reason Dan Hooker is no longer hell-bent on being one. The no-nonsense New Zealander has developed a reputation during almost seven...
'Just being me' results in New Year honour for Debbie Hockley
Debbie Hockley thought she was being pranked when she first found out she was receiving another New Years honour.
Four-time Bathurst winner returning for prestigious New Zealand race
Greg Murphy hopes his return can help put the New Zealand Grand Prix back on a pedestal where he believes it belongs.
Motorsport: Scott McLaughlin told to slow down
He's learning to speak more slowly - but otherwise Scott McLaughlin is settling nicely into life in the USA.
Pakistan will provide sterner test for Black Caps
After wiping the floor with the West Indies, New Zealand are riding high heading into three T20s and two tests against Pakistan.
Lawyer supports call for NZR 'special fund'
Lawyer representing group of former NZ rugby players is backing calls for New Zealand Rugby to provide financial support to past players suffering from brain injuries.
Golfing dream about to become reality for Garvey
For more than a decade, Amelia Garvey has had a dream.
Black Caps eye test championship final at Lord's
The Black Caps' sights are set on four wins from four as they arrive at the start of their test match schedule for the summer.
The eight month wait for Black Caps fans is almost over
The long wait is almost over for New Zealand cricket fans, with the Black Caps all set for their first match in more than eight months.
Players and officials confident of successful Rugby World Cup
The Black Ferns path to a sixth Rugby World Cup crown has become clearer.
Conway not taking Black Caps selection for granted
The long inevitable Black Caps debut of Devon Conway is finally on its way.
Adesanya aims to shine light on managed isolation issue
The reigning New Zealand sportsman of the year Israel Adesanya hopes publicly revealing his troubles with returning from overseas will help other Kiwis in more serious situations.
Domestic league boost to Black Sticks uncertain Olympic prep
The Black Sticks hockey teams are preparing for the Tokyo Olympics to go ahead but admit they're not sure what they're preparing for.
Waikato chase maiden title as Canterbury go for four straight
Dominance will continue or history will be made in rugby's Farah Palmer Cup final on Saturday.
Team Parker happy to be reunited
Kiwi boxers Joseph Parker and Junior Fa are ramping up preparations as their heavyweight match-up looms closer.