Rugby
Biggar says they have a chance against All Blacks
The Wales first five Dan Biggar says they have a "fabulous chance" of beating the All Blacks on their three-Test tour here in June.
Cane cited in Argentina
The All Blacks flanker Sam Cane has been cited for a dangerous tackle during the Chiefs' 30-26 Super Rugby win over the Jaguares in Buenos Aires.
Rampant Crusaders kill Kings
The Crusaders were back to their rampaging best in an eight-try blitz of the Kings, winning their Super Rugby match at Christchurch 57-24.
Waikato's Ranfurly Shield challengers confirmed
The Waikato rugby team will take on Heartland Championship provinces Thames Valley, King Country and Wanganui in pre-season Ranfurly Shield challenges later this year.
Midday Sports News for 17 March 2016
Andrew McFadden, says the National Rugby League judiciary system needs an overhaul. Audio
Gatland apologises over banter remarks
Wales coach Warren Gatland has apologised for describing England loosehead prop Joe Marler's "gypsy boy" barb about Wales prop Samson Lee as banter.
Financial loss for New Zealand Rugby
New Zealand Rugby has posted a loss of almost $500,000 in the 2015 World Cup year.
Former Highlander dies aged 37
Former Fijian centre Seru Rabeni, renowned for his bruising tackles and powerful running, has died at the age of 37.
Wayne Smith signs on with All Blacks
Wayne Smith has committed his future to the All Blacks after being persuaded to stay by head coach Steve Hansen.
Sports commentator, Brendan Telfer
Maria Sharapova's failed drug test and speculation rife that the former assistant All Black coach Robbie Deans is being lined up as the new Highlanders coach. Audio
England ready for Wales battle
England coach Eddie Jones says the bitter defeat by Wales in the World Cup will not be in his players' minds when they face Warren Gatland's side in a crucial Six Nations clash at Twickenham on…
Fitzpatrick aiding new England captain
Former All Blacks captain Sean Fitzpatrick believes Eddie Jones has selected the right man in Dylan Hartley to skipper England through the Six Nations.
Chiefs go down to the Lions
The Lions have won their first two games of the Super Rugby season on the road following their 36-32 win over the Chiefs at Hamilton.
Highlanders edge Hurricanes in thriller
Replacement first five-eighth Hayden Parker slotted a late penalty goal to secure the Highlanders a thrilling 17-16 win over the Hurricanes in Dunedin.
All Blacks Sevens start strong in Vegas
New Zealand and South Africa went unbeaten on day one of the Las Vegas Sevens but reigning World Series champions Fiji suffered a shock defeat by Samoa.
Super Rugby: Highlanders beat Hurricanes
Super Rugby: Highlanders narrowly beat the Hurricanes in Dunedin tonight. Read our match commentary here:
Super Rugby: Chiefs lose to Lions
Super Rugby: Look back at commentary of the Chiefs loss to the Lions in Hamilton.
LIVE Super Rugby: Crusaders v Blues
The Crusaders have beaten the Blues 28-13 in their Super Rugby clash in Christchurch. Look back at match commentary here.
NZ Warriors hopes high as NRL season kicks off
The National Rugby League competition is underway. After finishing a disappointing 13th placing in last year's comeptition, there's a lot of expectation on the Warriors to make the playoffs this year… Audio
Banning kids rugby tackles
The UK is considering banning school children from tackling in rugby. Physiotherapist Chris Pratt talks about the injuries children get playing sport. Audio