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Parker's manager says Paul vs Usyk 'would be a homicide'
Despite facing off in the ring, Joseph Parker's camp has shut down any speculation about a possible fight with influencer Jake Paul.
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The 'accursed' mountain that stands apart this Tour de France
9:31 am todayThe ascent to hell on the punishing slopes of Mont Ventoux is one of the Tour de France's most formidable and iconic theatres and has a history dotted with…
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Silver Ferns captain to take a break from internationals
10:19 am todaySilver Ferns captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio has made herself unavailable for this year's internationals.
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Usyk needs Parker to cement legacy - Higgins
10:44 am todayWith only one obvious contender left, the Kiwi heayweight's manager says he has to be next in line.
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Banned cricketer Brendan Taylor set to play against Black Caps
8:22 am todayThe Zimbabwe cricketer Brendan Taylor wasn't named in the sqaud for next month's matches but reports suggest he will be added.
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Several Silver Ferns likely to test new eligibility policy
4:45 am todayAnalysis - Top Silver Ferns will be keen to test Netball New Zealand's new eligibility framework with at least half a dozen likely being chased by coaches in Australia's netball league.
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I struggle to comprehend 'social media poison', says Lions captain
6:19 am todayFormer England captain Owen Farrell says the social media "poison" contributed to him walking away from international rugby.
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Warriors to set up academy in Queensland
7:06 am todayThe academy will offer an elite training and talent identification programme.
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Wimbledon expansion planning permission cleared by UK court
6:18 am todayWimbledon's plans to expand the grounds overcame its first legal hurdle, as London's High Court rejected a challenge to the project by campaigners.
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Fiji coach doubles down on NZR contract hurdles for Pacific players
21 Jul 2025But NZ Rugby maintains Pacific Island heritage players are free to choose which country they represent, in line with international eligibility regulations.
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Silver Ferns eligibility criteria to become more flexible
21 Jul 2025The Netball New Zealand Board has updated its Silver Ferns eligibility criteria, paving the way for greater flexibility for athletes who wish to play overseas.
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F1: Liam Lawson's confidence just fine
21 Jul 2025New Zealand driver Liam Lawson said his confidence has never taken a hit.
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Holy Halasima, how did Warriors snatch victory over Knights?
21 Jul 2025The teenage second-rower has made a habit of freakish plays in his breakthrough NRL season.
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Former Chiefs hardman named head coach
21 Jul 2025Jono Gibbes will take the reigns from the departing Clayton McMillian for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
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All Blacks sweep France: What we learned
21 Jul 2025The French were expected to be easy pickings, but instead showed up to play and provided Scott Robertson with a valuable start to the season, writes Jamie Wall. Audio
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Black Foils spoil party in Portsmouth
21 Jul 2025The win has nudged the Kiwis ahead of Australia to the top of the SailGP championship leaderboard.
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Supreme Scheffler a class apart as he romps to first Open title
21 Jul 2025The world number one has now completed three legs of his career Grand Slam and just needs a US Open crown to complete the set.
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New 'mindset' sees Tactix get a crack at elusive title
21 Jul 2025The Tactix earnt themselves their first grand final berth since 2021 after beating the Pulse 57-52 in last night's elimination final in Christchurch.
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Halasima's last-ditch try lifts Warriors to incredible win over Knights
20 Jul 2025With time up, the second-rower recovered a charged-down field goal attempt and rumbled 40 metres for the gamewinner.
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Basketball: Welington Saints player dedicates NBL victory to late coach
20 Jul 2025The Wellington Saints have clinched their 13th National Basketball League title after narrowly defeating the Southland Sharks by five points.
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ANZ Premiership live updates: Tactix v Pulse
20 Jul 2025The Tactix will meet the Mystics in netball's ANZ Premiership grand final after beating the Pulse 57-52 in Christchurch.
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Takimoana creates Warriors history in courageous loss to NRLW powerhouse Newcastle
20 Jul 2025The winger became the first woman to score a hattrick of tries for the Auckland club.
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What you need to know about Warriors v Knights
20 Jul 2025The Auckland NRL side have already accounted for their rivals in Christchurch this season.
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'I didn't expect to be here': Special debut for Wallaroos young gun
20 Jul 2025In a clash with the Black Ferns last weekend, Waiaria Ellis became the second-youngest debutant in Wallaroos history at 17 years and 305 days.
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'To play any game for All Blacks is special' - Du'Plessis Kirifi
20 Jul 2025After his first All Blacks start, Kirifi is looking to add to legacy of the No.7 jersey.
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Kiwi wins pole vault at London Diamond League meeting
20 Jul 2025Olivia McTaggart won the star-studded event ahead of two world champions.
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Usyk defeats Dubois, Joseph Parker named as next opponent
20 Jul 2025The Kiwi fighter was named by promoter Frank Warren as the next man on the now two-time undisputed champion's sights.
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Red card, ill-discipline ruin NZ U20s' World Championship hopes
20 Jul 2025The young NZ side has gone down to South Africa in the final in Rovigo, Italy.
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