Sport
Portugal to return to F1 calendar in 2027 and 2028
The Portimao circuit will be the venue once the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort drops off the calendar.
Adam Milne tops list of eight Kiwis bought in IPL auction
The Rajasthan Royals paid $455,000 for Milne, while Australian Cameron Green has become the most expensive overseas player ever.
Claims FIFA World Cup ticket prices are "extortionate"
Tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico are officially on sale, but for many fans the excitement has come with a hefty price tag. All Whites defender Ben Sigmund. Audio
Sports Chat for 17 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports Chat for 17 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Ousmane Dembele named FIFA player of 2025, Aitana Bonmati wins women's award for third time
Paris St Germain and France forward Ousmane Dembele was named FIFA men's player of the year with Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati winning the women's award.
England face Ashes reckoning in Adelaide furnace
The Ashes could be decided within days at an Adelaide Oval furnace where England's hopes of wresting back the urn will fire anew or flame out entirely against a strengthened Australia.
French court orders PSG to pay Kylian Mbappe 60 million euros
A Paris labour court has ordered Paris St Germain to pay Kylian Mbappe 60 million euros in unpaid salary and bonuses.
Early Sports Chat for 17 December 2025
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. Audio
'It ain't gonna be pretty' - concerns as Paul faces Joshua
There are fears Youtuber turned boxer Jake Paul could be seriously injured in the ring on Saturday. Ross McNaughton has the story. And former boxing promoter Dean Lonergan talks to Nathan Rarere. Audio
Kiwi cricketers vying for a life changing pay day
Several Kiwi cricketers are vying for a life changing pay day this evening. A host of Black Caps have entered the Indian Premier League auction in Abu Dhabi, giving themselves a chance to become… Audio
Auckland FC striker getting better protection
A-League opposition have been "ganging up" on Auckland FC's Sam Cosgrove and his coach says refs are now taking notice.
England coach defending cricket team's time out at the beach
The Ashes are attracting as many headlines off the field, as on it. England coach Brendon McCullum is defending his team's time-out at the beach, as they prepare for the third Test against Australia… Audio
Black Caps chase millions in IPL auction
Sixteen Black Caps are vying for a huge pay day when the IPL player auction is held on Tuesday night.
'At least one million tickets' to cost US$28 for LA28
LA28 said that fans will be able to register for a random ticket draw covering all Olympic sports at the LA Games promising at least 1 million tickets priced at US$28.
Sabalenka named WTA Player of the Year for second straight season
World number one Aryna Sabalenka has been named WTA Player of the Year for the second consecutive season after spending the entire year at the top of the rankings.
Auckland gets professional golf tournament after 20 year hiatus
A world class professional golf tournament will return to Auckland for the first time in more than 20 years with the launch of the Japan-Australasia Championship.
Golf: Scottie Scheffler wins fourth straight PGA Tour Player of the Year award
Scottie Scheffler, who counted two majors among his six titles in 2025, has been voted the PGA Tour Player of the Year for a fourth consecutive season.
