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All Blacks v Wales: The big selection questions
Scott Robertson has already signalled changes for this weekend's test in Cardiff, but just where will they be?
Black Caps vs West Indies marred by rain again
Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen about the Black Caps vs West Indies suffering another rain delay and the result of the All Whites match against Ecuador. Audio
All Whites go down to Ecuador in New Jersey
The South American side stretched their unbeaten run to 15 games with the 2-0 win.
Eli Katoa ruled out of 2026 NRL season after brain injury
Melbourne Storm star Eliesa Katoa will miss the 2026 NRL season as he continues his recovery from brain surgery. The 25 year-old copped multiple head knocks while on test duty with Tonga during the… Audio
Just winning in Cardiff won't cut it for the All Blacks
Analysis: A repeat of last year's unwatchable season ending test will pile the pressure on even further, writes Jamie Wall. Video
Midday Sports News for 19 November 2025
Midday Sports News with Bridget Tunnicliffe. Audio
Scotland qualify for World Cup in Hampden Park thriller
Scotland reached the World Cup finals for the first time since 1998 with a nerve-shredding 4-2 victory over Denmark at Hampden Park.
NZ Cricket record another surplus, reserves at record high
Meanwhile, former New Zealand Test player, coach and selector Mark Greatbatch has been elected president.
Pasifika Sipoti in brief
A round-up of sports news from around the region, including Pacific teams rising up the international rugby league rankings.
All Blacks lose Tevita Mafileo as they seek to end year on a high
The All Blacks prop has been ruled of this weekend's test against Wales after suffering a rib fracture during training.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 19 November
Nicola Willis and Tangi Utikere joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel; Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says recent changes to the Zero Carbon Act and emissions… Audio
Skateboarding: Tony Hawk lobbying for vertical exhibition at Los Angeles Olympics
Hawk says he has offered his portable ramp to organisers for potential use and hopes to serve as "the vert ambassador" for the Los Angeles Games.
Sports Chat for 19 November 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Black Caps welcome return of Henry Nicholls for Windies ODI series
Black Cap Tom Latham backs in-form Henry Nicholls to fit seamlessly back into national colours as they seek to seal the ODI series against the West Indies.
Samoa do it the hard way to grab last Rugby World Cup spot
Samoa have clinched a place after a dramatic finish to the final qualifying tournament in Dubai.
NRL icon responds to Breakers decision not to wear pride flag
The NZ Breakers have made a collective decision not to wear the rainbow Pride flag on their uniform during next year's NBL Pride Round. Ian Roberts, Australia's first openly gay NRL player and… Audio
'Heartbroken' Alcaraz drops out of Davis Cup finals due to injury
The world men's tennis number one said playing for Spain "is the greatest thing there is" and he's going home "heartbroken".
Sports Chat for 19 November 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Manu Samoa qualifies for 2027 Rugby World Cup
Samoa has claimed its ticket to Australia after a hard fought 13-13 draw against Belgium in Dubai.
Jesse Ryder makes comeback for T20 Black Clash
Daniel Vettori's Team Cricket takes on Kieran Read's Team Rugby at Tauranga's Bay Oval on the 17 January.