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Chiefs pip Blues in messy Super Rugby Pacific opener
A late Cortez Ratima try was the key play in an error-ridden match at Eden Park.
The NRL Indigenous All Stars vs Māori match is much more than a novelty
First staged in 2010, the season-opening fixture was conceived as a deliberate exercise in showcasing indigenous excellence and its contribution to the competition.
SailGP as it happened: Kiwi sailor injured after Black Foils, France suffer crash
The home team seemed well in control of the event after winning early, but came unstuck during race three off Wynyard Point.
Olympics: Shock as heavy favourite beaten in men's single figure skating
American Ilia Malinin's display unravelled as he made one mistake after another.
Cam Melville Ives misses snowboard halfpipe medals
Snowboarder Cam Melville Ives finishes 12th in halfpipe at first Winter Olympics.
What you need to know about New Zealand SailGP
Auckland's Wynyard Point will host its second edition of the professional sailing league on Saturday and Sunday.
Cricket: Zimbabwe stun Australia to stay unbeaten in T20 World Cup
"I'm very happy, but above all very proud," said Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza after the famous victory.
Wellington Phoenix fight back on and off the field
The Wellington Phoenix have questioned the officiating in 2-all draw with Western Sydney Wanderers.
OFC pro league enters third round
The match venues and times for round three of the OFC pro league are out as the eight Pacific teams move to Australia. Audio
Blues v Chiefs: What you need to know
Follow all the action from Eden Park, Auckland. Video
'Should have known the risks': Winning horse and trainer test positive for meth
Ival Brownlee claimed he hadn't used since 2012 - but hair tests proved otherwise.
Highlanders score massive upset over Crusaders in Super Rugby Pacific opener
A late Cam Millar kick and an outstanding defensive effort saw Jamie Joseph's side pull off the unexpected victory.
Moana Pasifika won't let standards slip without Savea
An Ardie Savea-less Moana Pasifika will be looking to build on their stunning 2025 season as Super Rugby kicks off this weekend. Star signing and former All Black Ngani Laumape says while he leaves a… Audio
SailGP's fastest get faster, as American Magic team with Denmark
The Danes set a new speed record of 103.93km/h for the professional sailing league in Germany last August.
Vai set to fly for the Blues
After three years ripping it up on the rugby sevens scene, Codemeru 'Cody' Vai is back in Tamaki Makaurau.
Nearly 10,000 sign petition amid Olympics judging scandal
Madison Chock and Evan Bates will leave the Milano Cortina Olympics with silver medals, but also an outpouring of support from fans questioning the judging that denied them gold.
Phoenix women's coach confident about bringing home the win
There is an air of confidence around the Wellington Phoenix women's A-League team this season that has their coach believing they could win the league. Last week the Bev Priestman-coached team briefly… Audio
Black Foils' Burling first to earn demerit points on SailGP driver's licence
New Zealand continue to cop the blame for their collision with Switzerland at the league's Perth event last month.
NRL Indigenous All Stars vs Māori match much more than a novelty
First staged in 2010, the fixture was not conceived as a marketing stunt, but as a deliberate exercise in showcasing Indigenous excellence and its contribution.
Midday Sports News for 13 February 2026
Some of the biggest talking points at the Winter Olympics are the things happening off the slope. Audio