Hooker backs Schmidt to out-think All Blacks

Steve Hansen and Wayne Smith congratulate Joe Schmidt after Ireland defeated the All Blacks for the first time in Chicago.

9:21 AM  Cronin thinks Schmidt will have another cunning plan to counter All Blacks.

NZ still the team to beat: Cronk

Cooper Cronk, pictured celebrating victory over England, believes the Kiwis are the favourites for the final.

9:30 AM  Kangaroos halfback stakes laughable claim for underdog status.

Eligibility rule to be reviewed

Ben Te'o lifted England's Pacific Island influence to four players after making his debut against South Africa.

World Rugby confirms international rugby's eligibility rules being reviewed.

Waiting game for Whitelock

Sam Whitelock pushes weights in a gym session while watched by All Blacks team-mate Sam Cane. Whitelock has not played ...

Tuipulotu or Barrett will play alongside Brodie Retallick if big lock is ruled out.

Plunket Shield match abandoned

The game between Central Districts and Wellington at the Basin Reserve has been called off following Monday morning's ...

10:04 AM  Wellington and CD's encounter at the Basin Reserve has been cancelled.

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So it looks like Mal can coach

Australian coach Mal Meninga has turned the mood in the Kangaroos camp around.

OPINION: Meninga is pushing all the right buttons with the Kangaroos, writes Andrew Webster.

Nishikori defeats Wawrinka

Kei Nishikori broke Stan Wawrinka's serve twice in each set and did not allow a break point himself as he won in ...

For the first time, Stan Wawrinka lost a match at the ATP finals to someone not ranked No 1.

De Silva leads Sri Lanka

Dhananjaya de Silva scored an unbeaten 78 from 75 balls as Sri Lanka defeated Zimbabwe by eight wickets with more than ...

Opener Dhananjaya de Silva strikes unbeaten 78 to help Sri Lanka beat Zimbabwe by eight wickets.

Stunned ABs absorb earthquake news video

Loosehead prop Wyatt Crockett, who scored a try in the All Blacks' 68-10 win over Italy on Sunday morning (NZT), was ...

The All Blacks have been keeping in touch with loved ones after learning about the earthquakes in New Zealand.

New faces set to join Wallabies

Perth Spirit playmaker Jono Lance is one of eight players that will join the Wallabies ahead of their next game against ...

The Wallabies are set to be boosted by eight new faces joining their Spring Tour squad ahead of Saturday's clash with France.

Rome has fallen, Dublin's next

Anton Leinert-Brown, right, and Malakai Fekitoa are the leading midfield contenders for selection against Ireland.

The All Blacks will fly across the Irish Sea for the most important game of the year. Their opponents are prepared.

Armstrong picks up the pieces

A podcast is Lance Armstrong's way of tentatively starting to rebuild his life.

After a life-wrecking scandal, Lance Armstrong has chosen a uniquely 21st Century way to rebuild.

Aussies under the pump

Quinton de Kock has rammed home South Africa's advantage with a century in the second test against Australia in Hobart.

Someone will have to bat through most of day four to give Australia a shot at salvaging a draw.

Benji too fast for Broncos

Former Dragons player Benji Marshall has made an early impression at the Brisbane Broncos.

The veteran Kiwi was worried about his hamstrings. Then he won the Broncos' time trial.

All Blacks absorb earthquake news

Assistant Ian Foster said the coaches felt just as deflated as the players after the All Blacks lost 40-29 to Ireland in ...

As news of the earthquakes in NZ continue to unfold, the All Blacks players' must be feeling helpless.

Ibaka outduels Adams video

Steven Adams notched another double-double but couldn't contain his old team-mate Serge Ibaka as the Thunder's losing ...

OKC Thunder slump to third straight home loss as Serge Ibaka and the Magic inflict some agony.

Ex AB fights for licence

Former All Black Andrew Hore, pictured in 2013, is fighting to get his licence back.

Andrew Hore "cannot be trusted" to use firearms after the shooting of a seal and an intoxicated duck shooter injured on his property.

All Whites 'capable of far more'

All Whites captain Chris Wood expects New Caledonia will raise their game on Tuesday.

Anthony Hudson is expecting a big lift from his All Whites side when they play New Caledonia away on Tuesday night.

Breakers fan goes wild for road win

Corey Webster sealed a win for the NZ Breakers over the Perth Wildcats in Perth, to the delight of an isolated fan.

Being deep in enemy territory didn't stop this Kiwi hoopster fan whooping it up.

NFL player kneels in Trump protest

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans celebrates after scoring a touchdown. Now he is protesting against Donald ...

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So it looks like Mal can coach

Australian coach Mal Meninga has turned the mood in the Kangaroos camp around.

OPINION: Meninga is pushing all the right buttons with the Kangaroos, writes Andrew Webster.

'Get Kidwell a mentor'

OPINION: No-one questions Kiwis coach David Kidwell's passion, but he desperately needs help.

What were Italy thinking?

Aussie batting decline hits home video

Rugby

All Blacks world beaters - again

Kieran Read, pictured with the Rugby Championship trophy, has led the All Blacks to a world rugby team of the year award ...

The All Blacks have again scooped the major prizes at the World Rugby Awards.

Waikato's international firsts

Damian McKenzie made his first All Blacks start against Italy in Rome.

Damian McKenzie started in Rome, while Whetu Douglas and Tevita Taufui also made their debuts.

Schmidt expects ABs backlash

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt watches his team go through their warm-ups.

Joe Schmidt has warned his team must withstand a fierce backlash if they are to become to post back-to-back wins over New Zealand.

Ex-AB fights for licence

Former All Black Andrew Hore, pictured in 2013, is fighting to get his licence back.

 Andrew Hore "cannot be trusted" to use firearms after a seal shooting and an intoxicated duck shooter injured on his property.

Cricket

Signs not good for Aussie veteran

Nathan Lyon is having a rough time of it in the series against the Proteas.

Australian spinner's career on the line as South African batsmen attack without mercy.

Ellis and Brownlie shine with bat video

Dean Brownlie carried his bat on day one against Auckland.

Canterbury captain Andrew Ellis and Northern opener Dean Brownlie were two of four players to score tons on Monday.

Ellis dominates Otago video

Canterbury cricketer Andrew Ellis

 Andrew Ellis has racked up his highest first-class score as Canterbury rack up 405 on day one against Otago.

'Too scared to go upstairs' video

After enduring a "shocking" earthquake in Nelson, Younis Khan insists the Pakistan cricketers haven't been put off their ...

Pakistan cricketers do their best to keep their spirits up despite a night to forget in a Nelson hotel.

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Ellis and Brownlie shine with bat

Canterbury captain Andrew Ellis and Northern opener Dean Brownlie were two of four players to score tons on Monday.

Football

Turipa sidelined with shoulder injury

Tasman United goalkeeper Coey Turipa leaves the field with a shoulder injury.

Goalkeeper Coey Turipa will miss Tasman United's away trip to Hamilton Wanderers.

Coach suspended after rant

South African coach Shakes Mashaba faces a disciplinary hearing following his outburst.

South Africa's football coach caught on TV ranting at critics.

Lampard, Gerrard to leave MLS

Frank Lampard, left, will leave Major League Soccer at the end of the season.

England football stars Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are set to leave their MLS clubs at the end of the year.

Robben returns as Dutch win

Dutch captain and winger Arjen Robben in action against hosts Luxembourg.

Flying Dutch winger Arjen Robben played his first game for his country in more than a year.

League

Underperforming Kiwis will need to lift

Kiwis halfback Shaun Johnson will have to be at his best in the Four Nations final.

Australia saved their spot in the final. Now, the Kiwis need to live to their potential to win the Four Nations, ex-coaches say.

Bennett upset by Burgess' indiscipline

Sam Burgess of England is tackled by Aaron Woods and Trent Merrin.

Wayne Bennett has accused his England side of beating themselves against Australia and pinpointed skipper Sam Burgess as a chief culprit.

Kangaroos see off England

Valentine Holmes of Australia scores in the corner despite the efforts of Jermaine McGillvary of England during the Four ...

Kiwis through to Four Nations decider as Kangaroos prevail against England.

Johns: Kiwis' attitude stunk

Andrew Johns blasted the Kiwis after their shock draw with Scotland.

Legendary Aussie No 7 fires up after shock draw with Scotland and questions Shaun Johnson's role at halfback.

Basketball

Ibaka outduels Adams video

Steven Adams notched another double-double but couldn't contain his old team-mate Serge Ibaka as the Thunder's losing ...

OKC Thunder slump to third straight home loss as Serge Ibaka and the Magic inflict some agony.

Breakers fan goes wild

Corey Webster sealed a win for the NZ Breakers over the Perth Wildcats in Perth, to the delight of an isolated fan.

Being deep in enemy territory didn't stop this Kiwi hoopster fan whooping it up.

Henare loves 'the heart'

Breakers skipper Mika Vukona celebrates an overtime victory at the Perth Wildcats.

The Breakers get it done in overtime in Perth, leaving their coach to laud a victory all about 'character'.

ANBL could be new NBA path

Terrance Ferguson in action during the round two NBL match between the Brisbane Bullets and the Adelaide 36ers.

Basketball fans in Australia and New Zealand could be the beneficiaries of the NBA's 'one-and-done' policy.

Golf

Rose, Stenson team up

Olympic medallists Henrik Stenson, left, and Justin Rose will pair up in the team event.

Olympic medallists will make formidable pairing in new team event.

Migraine halts Danny Lee

After a bogey-ridden start to his third round, Danny Lee withdrew from the PGA Tour's OHL Classic.

Kiwi golfer forced to withdraw from OHL Classic in Mexico midway through the third round.

'Trump will visit NZ as soon as he can' gallery

Kylie Bax, Donald Trump, Bill Clinton and Melania Trump at the US Open in Flushing, New York, in 2000

OPINION: Kiwi financial adviser Reagan Bax and his sister, model Kylie Bax, got to be friends with Donald Trump in America. Reagan remembers the day Trump showed his touch for regular people.

Lee finds form in Mexico

Danny Lee shot up the leaderboard in Mexico with a round of 66.

Alker and Wilkinson miss cut while Lee rockets up leaderboard.

Netball

Life after Langman

Kelly Jury in action during the Fast5 netball world series.

Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic players Sam Sinclair and Kelly Jury named in Silver Ferns squad.

Netball's play for south Auckland

Silver Ferns defender Holly Fowler is one of the inaugural members of the new south Auckland-based Northern Stars ...

Almost a decade into semi professional existence, netball has finally grasped the importance of south Auckland.

Losing Langman big deal for NZ netball

More of a fuss should have been made over Laura Langman's departure to the Sunshine Coast's Lightning franchise, writes ...

OPINION: Much more fuss should have been made of Laura Langman's decision.

Southern netball stars in NZ U21 trials

Verdon College student Aliyah Dunn has been selected for the NZ U21 netball trials.

Five promising southern netballers named in NZ U21 trials.

Tennis

Djokovic makes winning start

Novak Djokovic Serbia celebrates victory in his men's singles match against Dominic Thiem of Austria on day one of the ...

Novak Djokovic survived the loss of a torrid first set, bouncing back strongly to dispatch World Tour Finals rookie Dominic Thiem.

Doubles dilemma for Kiwi players at ASB Classic

Artem Sitak and Nicholas Monroe want to continue their partnership next year.

New Zealand has three top doubles players, but one may have to miss out on next year's Auckland tournament.

Djokovic's mystifying funk

Novak Djokovic's decline has been stunning to see.

OPINION: Contrasting fortunes of two of tennis' best show need for personal harmony to achieve success.

Nalbandian in horror crash video

The moment the former tennis pro's rally car flew out of control in spectacular crash.

Tennis ace and former finalist in Auckland David Nalbandian walks away from terrifying crash.

Other sports

Carter embraces America's Cup

Dan Carter, pictured playing for Racing 92, joined the British America's Cup challengers.

Rugby star jumped boats recently to be part of a Great Britain Challenge.

Seagate clinch third straight world title

Nathan Fa'avae, left, Jo Williams, Stu Lynch and Chris Forne celebrate their third straight world title.

Team strategy has paid off for Seagate after they won their third straight world adventure racing title on Monday.

Parker signs ABs mental guru

New Zealand heavyweight boxer Joseph Parker feels he's increased his mental toughness to help his world title hopes.

Psychiatrist who helped deliver back-to-back World Cups now working with heavyweight's world title pressures.

NFL player kneels in Trump protest

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans celebrates after scoring a touchdown. Now he is protesting against Donald ...

"I know when something's not right,'' says NFL player in anti-Trump protest.

Motorsport

Alex racer wins Highlands

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Alexandra racing team scores a win at Highlands' hour race on the weekend.

Fan may sue Rossi over shove

Valentino Rossi apologised for accidentally running into a fan of rival Marc Marquez but she has refused it and may ...

Fan shoved by Valentino Rossi may press charges despite the nine-time champion's apology.

Paddon is a shot at top three in WRC

Australia's red dirt is one of Hayden Paddon's favourite surfaces. Paddon in action in 2014 when he finished fifth.

A fast finish in Rally Australia could propel Kiwi Hayden Paddon into the overall WRC top three.

Young gun compared to F1 greats

Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Red Bull Racing celebrates finishing in third position on the podium during the ...

Dutch teen compared to Formula One greats Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher after sensational third place drive in Brazil.

Racing

Avondale prospects for Cole

Maiden winner Creative Genius is set on a Levin Classic path.

Cole has strong Avondale prospects.

Kawi on track for Railway

Kawi, left, has improved since his Perth debut but has a big weight to lump in Saturday's Railway Stakes.

Kawi has tough competition in Perth.

Derby tailor-made for Savile Row

Pam Gerard prepares NZ Derby hope Savile Row with Mike Moroney for owner Kevin Hickman.

All roads lead to Derby for well-bred colt.

Cuneen to ride in Malaysia

Jockey Racha Cuneen riding La Diosa celebrates winning the 1000 Guineas at Riccarton.

Cuneen will be keeping tabs on star filly La Diosa from afar.

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