Greatest All Blacks era of all time?

Israel Dagg scored two tries in the 57-15 romp over the Springboks in Durban.

5:12 AM  Wayne Smith says the greatness of this All Blacks team can be traced right back to the 1905 Originals.

Backs to wall for Black Caps video

Black Caps opener Martin Guptill hit seven fours and two sixes on his way to his first half-century of the test series ...

In-control India opt not to enforce follow-on after another NZ collapse on day three of third test in Indore.

Hughes inquest: witch-hunt?

An inquest into the death of leading Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes is being held in Sydney this week.

OPINION: Cricket will at its core remain a dangerous sport, writes Andrew Webster.

"You can score runs out there'

Black Caps opening batsman Tom Latham is expecting India to try and put "quick runs on the board" on the fourth morning ...

Another collapse "unfortunate" but NZ opener says all is not lost for tough task to save third test in India.

50 in schoolboy rugby brawl

A Feilding under-15 rugby match was called off after a tackle turned into a brawl, but no charges have been laid.

One young fan suffers broken leg as up to 50 people - including a coach - fight at an under-15s match.

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Tiger Woods still 'the man'

Tiger Woods is making his PGA return.

Fellow golf stars can't wait to see the former world No 1 back in action, though they're cautious about how he might play.

ABs best team: Hooper

Michael Hooper is keen to play down the enormity of the task for the Wallabies to win at Eden Park.

Michael Hooper says Wallabies must not dramatise All Blacks challenge.

What about Aaron Smith's partner?

Aaron Smith has landed back in New Zealand.

OPINION: What about a woman who just a week back had a life she probably really liked, which included a rugby star boyfriend?

Hesson: Kohli 'killed us softly'

India captain Virat Kohli showed a patience and composure he hasn't always been renowned for during his double century ...

Black Caps coach has high praise for Indian captain after composed double ton puts India in control of third test.

Cheika sweating on Pocock

Influential flanker David Pocock is still recovering from a broken hand.

A loose forward trio of Pocock, McMahon and Timani could front against the All Blacks.

Galatasaray debut junior

Mustafa Kapi, 14, made his first team football debut for Galatasaray last weekend in Bulgaria.

Turkish powerhouse Galatasaray hand first team debut to 14-year-old

Davison confident of Bathurst win

Will Davison celebrates after winning the Bathurst 1000.

"I'm not stressed at all," the victor said of the appeal from Jamie Whincup.

Aaron Smith hearing yet to be set

All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith is yet to have his misconduct hearing with New Zealand Rugby.

The All Blacks halfback was suspended for the test match against South Africa for "inappropriate behaviour".

Batsmen struggle in practice match

Canterbury spinner Tim Johnston top-scored as Otago dominated with the ball on day one of their pre-Plunket Shield ...

 Bowlers set hot pace in hit out between Canterbury and Otago

Inglis available to play Kiwis

Greg Inglis is expected to join the Kangaroos in time to be ready to confront the Kiwis in Perth on Saturday night.

Inglis is likely to join the Australian side on Wednesday after witnessing the birth of his child.

Eade to return south for new role

Otago's Scott Eade kicks for touch in the Mitre 10 Cup.

Otago and former Southland Stags rugby player Scott Eade is looking forward to returning home for a Southland summer.

How can ABs winning run be halted?

Former Wallabies coach Bob Dwyer, pictured after his side beat England to win the 1991 World Cup at Twickenham, says no ...

Aussie rugby legends Tim Horan and Bob Dwyer offer their thoughts on how to beat the All Blacks.

Kiwi destroys 10km road record

Zane Robertson has claimed an Oceania record.

Zane Robertson smashes an Oceania record, and delivers one of the fastest race times ever.

From NPC to All Blacks

Canterbury captain Luke Whitelock offloads against Otago in Christchurch last month.

There's plenty of players running around in the Mitre 10 Cup who wouldn't look out of place in the All Blacks. Here's five players coach Steve Hansen might consider for the end of year tour.

Williams, Turner to guide NZ golfers

Luke Toomey, centre, is an unlikely starter at next year's Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship with qualifying school ...

The one-year countdown is on till 10 NZ golfers chase a US Masters berth in Wellington.

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ABs will embrace Smith

Lesson learned, Aaron Smith must now get back to doing what he does best to complete the healing process.

OPINION: The best sports team on the planet will show its caring side with its misbehaving halfback, writes Marc Hinton

Aaron Smith hearing yet to be set

The All Blacks halfback was suspended for the test match against South Africa for "inappropriate behaviour".

What about Aaron Smith's partner?

Can the Kiwis overcome travel factor?

Rugby

Eade to return south

Otago's Scott Eade kicks for touch in the Mitre 10 Cup.

Otago and former Southland Stag Scott Eade looking forward to returning home for a Southland summer.

How can ABs run be halted?

Former Wallabies coach Bob Dwyer, pictured after his side beat England to win the 1991 World Cup at Twickenham, says no ...

Aussie rugby legends Tim Horan and Bob Dwyer offer their thoughts on how to beat the All Blacks.

North-South best test ABs?

All Blacks skipper Kieran Read would captain the North Island in our NZ Rugby State of Origin match.

Opinion: Would a North-South game represent the All Blacks' toughest 'test' of the year?

'Don't copy All Blacks': Jones

England coach Eddie Jones says teams should not try to imitate the All Blacks.

Teams shouldn't try to beat the All Blacks at their own game, says England coach Eddie Jones.

Cricket

Recap: Black Caps v India

India with Ravichandran Ashwin celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of New Zealand's Tom Latham.

After a great start, the Black Caps come undone - thanks largely to Indian spinner Ravi Ashwin.

Family steel themselves for Hughes inquest

Phillip Hughes died in November 2014.

Tough times ahead for Phillip Hughes' family and Australian cricket, as five-day inquest begins into the batsman's death.

Black Caps v India: Scorecard - test three, day three

Martin Guptill and the Black Caps have a mountain of runs to climb in the third test.

The scorecard from the third test between the Black Caps and India, at Indore.

Black Caps v India: Ball-by-ball - test three, day three

The Black Caps celebrate the wicket of Indian batsman Murali Vijay.

The third test between the Black Caps and India a ball-at-a-time, at Indore.

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Backs to the wall for Black Caps

In-control India opt not to enforce follow-on after another NZ collapse on day three of third test in Indore.

Football

England leaves Rooney on bench

Wayne Rooney trains with England ahead of his team's Slovenia clash.

Amid dismal season, English football captain Wayne Rooney is expected to watch Slovenia clash from sidelines.

Independent Pique's fashion statement

Gerard Pique is weary of fans worried about what he's wearing.

Spain and Barcelona defender Gerard Pique to quit international football after 2018 World Cup

Wanderers squad nearly complete

Alexis Varela has joined Hamilton Wanderers for the Stirling Sports Premiership.

Two places remain in Hamilton Wanderers' squad for the Stirling Sports Premiership, which begins in two weeks.

All Whites focused on US

All Whites striker Chris Wood in the thick of the action against Mexico on Sunday.

The All Whites have no choice but to quickly move on from their 2-1 loss to Mexico and switch their focus to the United States.

League

Mannering out of Kiwis test

Former Kiwis captain Simon Mannering has been ruled out of the one-off trans-Tasman test in Perth due to a knee injury.

Former Kiwis captain Simon Mannering has been ruled out of Saturday's trans-Tasman clash with the Kangaroos

Wigan Warriors win Grand Final

Wigan players celebrate the victory at Old Trafford in Manchester.

English rugby league's most successful club adds another title by beating Warrington Wolves in a thriller.

Manly secure $6 million men

Tom Trbojevic made his Manly first-grade debut last year.

Jake and Tom Trbojevic sign with the Sea Eagles for the next four years.

Bromwich named Storm's best

Jesse Bromwich will lead the Kiwis in this year's Four Nations tournament.

Kiwis captain wins club award for third successive year, winning more votes than Cameron Smith and Cooper Cronk.

Basketball

Breakers get the Loe-down

Rob Loe made things happen for the Breakers when he was on court in their season-opening victory over Melbourne.

Amid a balanced effort for the Kiwi ANBL club, one man's statline stood out like the proverbial.

Thunder guarded on Adams

Steven Adams is working back from an ankle injury as he looks to get back on court for some NBA pre-season action.

He's back involved in practice, but OKC are still keeping a close eye on Steven Adams' ankle injury.

Wildcats beat Taipans in overtime

Taipans' Cameron Gliddon lays up against Wildcats' Jameel McKay.

Perth claim tight win over Cairns to avoid a second straight loss to start their title defence.

C-Web delivers in new role video

Kirk Penney and Corey Webster are still figuring out how they'll operate best together for the Breakers this season.

Corey Webster came up big when it mattered in his new assignment off the Breakers bench.

Golf

Tiger Woods still 'the man'

Tiger Woods is making his PGA return.

Fellow golf stars can't wait to see the former world No 1 back in action, though they're cautious about how he might play.

Williams, Turner to guide NZ golfers

Luke Toomey, centre, is an unlikely starter at next year's Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship with qualifying school ...

The one-year countdown is on till 10 NZ golfers chase a US Masters berth in Wellington.

Miya, Hung take out Canty matchplay titles

Hiroki Miya, 16, claimed the Canterbury men's matchplay title on Sunday.

Hiroki Miya, Juliana Hung win Canterbury matchplay titles.

Ko fades in Taiwan

Lydia Ko finished tied for 20th at the LPGA Taiwan Championship.

Lydia Ko couldn't do better than get tied for 20th in the Fubon LPGA Taiwan Championship.

Netball

Silver Ferns in danger of mediocrity: Ellis

Former Australian skipper Liz Ellis has fired a broadside at Netball New Zealand.

Liz Ellis baffled by Netball NZ's stance on star midcourter Laura Langman.

Diamonds crush Silver Ferns

New Zealander Bailey Mes competes for possession with Aussie Sharni Layton.

 Australia equal their record for most goals against NZ as they take a 1-0 series lead.

Ferns out to hound Bassett

Caitlin Bassett netted 53 goals when Australia played the Silver Ferns last month.

 Containing Aussie midcourt a key focus for Silver Ferns.

Match fit Silver Ferns to test Australia

Australian captain Clare McMeniman says the Silver Ferns may have the fitness edge.

Diamonds reckon they have less sparkle than the Silver Ferns.

Tennis

Murray clinches China Open title

Andy Murray outclassed Grigor Dimitrov to win his 40th career title.

The Scot outclassed Grigor Dimitrov to win his 40th career title.

Radwanska wins China Open

Poland's Agnieszka Radwanska lifts the trophy at the China Open.

World No 3 overpowers Britain's Johanna Konta to take home the trophy after near-flawless tournament.

Nadal's struggles continue

Sweat drips from Rafael Nadal of Spain as he plays against Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria.

Bundled out in the China Open last eight, the Spaniard has only won 2 singles titles this year.

Sharapova yet to answer

Maria Sharapova has had her suspension reduced but, despite her celebrations, she is still banned for taking drugs.

OPINION: Tennis star is still banned, and she should not just waltz back into the sport.

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Teammate plays dentist

University of Miami quarterback Brad Kaaya.

Miami University quarterback loses a tooth in tough tackle

Southland players make NZ team

Southland's Under 18 NZ Touch trialists from left, Kaleb Talamahina, Amy Du Plessis, Brad Kooman, Molly Wheeley and Ben ...

Southland's success on the touch field continues, with some promising players gaining national honours.

The lowdown

Tim O'Malley was born and raised in the Maniototo region of Central Otago. But he's still proud to be a Mako.

Mako Tim O'Malley talks about life since becoming Waitohi's rugby development officer, and life in the red jersey.

Medallist to speak at awards

Southland rower and Olympic silver medallist Genevieve Behrent will speak at the Southland Secondary Schools Sports Awards.

Olympic silver medallist Genevieve Behrent will speak at the Southland Secondary Schools Sports Awards.

Motorsport

Brock's brother decries Whincup

Jamie Whincup was first off the start grid and first across the finish line, but the Bathurst 1000 victory went to Will ...

The late Bathurst legend's brother was happy to give the trophy to Will Davison though.

Bathurst result in doubt video

Red Bull Racing driver Jamie Whincup may yet win the Bathurst 1000 after appealing a 15-second penalty.

Bathurst winner in doubt after penalty for a crash involving a Kiwi appealed.

Verstappen shrugs off Hamilton clash video

Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium with Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg.

Red Bull driver defends tactics after forcing the Mercedes star off the track at the Japan GP.

Rosberg wins Japanese F1 GP

Germany's Nico Rosberg won the Formula One Grand Prix of Japan at the Suzuka Circuit.

Nico Rosberg's win in Japan ensures Mercedes clinch the F1 constructors' championship for the third year running.

Racing

Volpe Veloce needs Rotorua run

Volpe Veloce's trainer Graham Richardson is relying on a run this weekend to get the fllly to the 1000 Guineas.

Guineas still on leading filly's radar.

Shailer's ambitious plans for Rayas

Promising Paul Shailer-tained filly Rayas has black-type on her radar.

Hastings hitch may benefit Rayas longer-term.

Kiwis clean up at Kranji

Next month's Ready To Run Sale received a huge boost with Kiwis dominating Sunday's Kranji Mile.

Kiwis clean up in Kranji Mile.

Surgery for Prince Of Penzance

Magical scenes after Prince Of Penzance won last year's Melbourne at Flemington.

Melbourne Cup winner Prince Of Penzance may have run his last race.

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Be Sharp hum over NFL star's hat video

Cam Newton sports a boater at a Carolina Panthers media conference.

Daffy, Homer and a monorail; a top quarterback's hat has the memes humming.

High times for NFL player

Former Jacksonville Jaguars player Eben Britton said arriving at games and trainings while high on pot was not a big ...

Playing games while high on pot no big deal, says ex-NFL lineman Eben Britton.

LeBron saving Cleveland Browns, sort of video

LeBron James breaks through in a Madden NFL 17 game.

NBA superstar rescued the Cavaliers, one gamer believes he could do the same for Cleveland's American football team.

Durant's life of boos over video

Kevin Durant arrives on stage to raucous cheering at Oracle Arena.

Much-maligned NBA star relishes his new fans as Drake introduces him on his new home court.