Cricket
Sports commentator Brendan Telfer
The Ashes are underway, a look at the quality of the Rugby World Cup All Blacks side, and the Warriors' victory denied. Audio
Australian cricketers not intimidated by Edgbaston
Australia start the defence of the Ashes against England tonight with the first first Test at Edgbaston.
Cricket World Cup loss ‘still a bit raw’ – coach
Black Caps coach Gary Stead says he'll take his team's heartbreak in the World Cup final to his grave. He told sports reporter Clay Wilson he still can't get his head around how the final ended - or… Video, Audio
Kane Williamson: ‘Someone’s idea’, not cricket decided CWC final
Speaking for the first time since the Cricket World Cup final, Black Caps skipper Kane Williamson says it's still hard to comprehend that someone's concept of a boundary count back cost New Zealand… Video, Audio
Ireland collapse to big loss at Lord's
Ireland's dream of pulling off one of the biggest shocks in the history of test cricket was shattered as they collapsed to 38 all out to lose by 143 runs to England at Lord's.
England cricketers stunned by Irish
Ireland enjoyed a fairytale opening day in their first ever cricket test match against England as they bowled out the hosts for 85 before building a healthy lead at Lord's.
Mediawatch for 21 July 2019
Coverage of chaotic cricket that needed some explaining; a prime-time probe into racism that didn't go deep; prospective politicians playing the media. Audio
Black Caps players return home
The first group of Black Caps arrived home this morning after their nail-biting World Cup loss against England on Monday. Reporter Jordan Bond and videographer Dan Cook were at Auckland Airport as… Video, Audio
Opinion: Black Caps' batting the reason they're not champs
The Black Caps conducted themselves very well at this tournament, and after it. The bowlers and fielding were often outstanding, but it was batting that let them down, Hamish Bidwell writes.
Learning about cricket in 24 hours
Cricket, it's fair to say, isn't everyone's cup of tea. That was certainly the case for RNZ Te Manu Korihi reporter Te Aniwa Hurihanganui. Audio
Reflecting on the Cricket World Cup Final
The Black Caps lost to England in the Cricket World Cup final. New Zealand gave it their all but were denied the win after a tied game and Super Over. Audio
The Cricket World Cup Final
The ecstasy and agony of sport were on show this morning, as the Black Caps and England played out one of the greatest cricket matches in memory. Audio
Coverage of two World Cups highlights off-pitch inequality for women
The Black Caps are in the Cricket World Cup final this weekend in England a week after the Women’s World Cup of football finished in France. Women were not left on the sidelines in the media coverage… Video, Audio
Coverage of two World Cups highlights off-pitch inequality for women
The Black Caps are in the Cricket World Cup final this weekend in England a week after the Women’s World Cup of football finished in France. Women were not left on the sidelines in the media coverage…
Video, AudioMediawatch for 14 July 2019
World Cup coverage highlights off-pitch inequalities; broadcasting watchdog targets 'harm'; Mediaworks kills the video star; Audio
Delight, surprise as Black Caps make it into World Cup final
The Black Caps miraculous comeback win against India early this morning was a surprise to fans on both sides. Our reporter Nicholas Pointon was on the streets of Christchurch to talk those who stayed… Audio
Black Caps boilover: India beaten, NZ into World Cup final
Many New Zealand fans stayed up overnight to watch the thrilling 18 run win in Manchester - and it was well worth it, with the Black Caps beating India to reach their second consecutive final. Sports… Video, Audio
Better weather clears path for Black Caps v India
An improved weather forecast for Manchester looks set to give the Black Caps a chance to keep their dream alive at the Cricket World Cup. Sports reporter Clay Wilson joins Lisa Owen in the Checkpoint… Video, Audio
Black Caps vs India: Cricket World Cup Live
RNZ Sport's Ravinder Hunia talks about the struggles of being a cricket loving Indian New Zealander when both of her teams are facing eachother Audio
Black Caps riding their luck at Cricket World Cup
The Black Caps are all but assured of a semi-finals spot at the Cricket World Cup in England, despite being thrashed by the hosts in Durham this morning. Sports Editor Stephen Hewson reports. Video, Audio
