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All Blacks fans miss out as NZ Rugby shifts more tests overseas
OPINION: NZ Rugby made 11% of its $304m revenue from match days last year.
Madeleine McCann's brother to swim for Scotland at Commonwealth Games
Sean McCann, 21, will compete in freestyle events at the Glasgow games.
Black Caps v West Indies: NZ make 268 in final ODI
Live updates of the fifth ODI between the Black Caps and West Indies in Bridgetown.
The NZ Rugby scouting overhaul aiming to identify future stars
New Zealand Rugby's new ID system has already produced 814 Under-18 scouting reports.
Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: July 22
Can you get a hat-trick?
Kiwi cyclist following a golden family legacy to Glasgow
Her selection came weeks after a crash briefly threatened her Games hopes.
Arrogance or pride? Argentina grapple with World Cup villain label
Critics accused Argentina of foul play and arrogance in their 1-0 loss to Spain.
Time for punters to be able to trust what their eyes are telling them
OPINION: Punters don't always get great views of a race's most important part: the finish.
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Wellington Phoenix captain to play for Auckland FC in invitational game
Wellington Phoenix stalwart Mackenzie Barry to switch colours to play for Auckland FC in one-off game.
Chelsea sign England’s Morgan Rogers in record $270m deal
Rogers is leaving Aston Villa after helping them win the Europa League in May.
Glasgow Commonwealth Games: What you need to know
Regardless of how you feel about our relationship with the British sovereignty, the Games remain an important part of New Zealand's sporting landscape. Audio
Asian Tour partners up with PGA and DP World Tours
The Asian Tour had previously served as a key feeder to LIV Golf.
Joe Schmidt era for Wallabies finishes
There will be some familiar Wallabies' problems for new coach Les Kiss as he succeeds the Kiwi.
Remco Evenepoel wins time trial to cut Tadej Pogacar's Tour de France lead
Evenepoel wins two stages in a row, as Kiwi duo finish well back.
Star recruits eye NRLW return from injury for NZ Warriors against Parramatta Eels
Meanwhile, the Warriors men may field an unchanged starting line-up for the first time this season against the Bulldogs.
British Open win sees Ryan Fox climb to 22 in world golf rankings
The NZ golfer told Checkpoint the result was going to be life-changing. Audio
A-League champion Louis Verstraete heading home
Auckland FC have lost midfielder Louis Verstraete, having gone home to Belgium "for personal and family reasons".
Sapreet Singh turns down offer to stay at Wellington Phoenix
The Phoenix tabled an offer to extend Singh's short-term contract, but he has opted for a Portugal club.
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Ryan Fox looking forward to bringing Claret Jug back home
The Open Championship winner is plotting a victory lap of New Zealand, with a long list of people ready to welcome him – and his Claret Jug – back home.
Madeleine McCann's younger brother to swim at Commonwealth Games
Sean McCann is expected to compete for Scotland in several longer-distance freestyle events at the event.
Spanish football league boss launches scathing criticism of FIFA president
Gianni Infantino should resign as head of FIFA for “destroying the football industry”, La Liga president Javier Tebas said.
Sports retailers are extra-time winners from FIFA World Cup
New Zealand stores selling official football jerseys have almost completely sold out, with one player's name a fan favourite.
'Holy heck, you've just won the Open': Ryan Fox on his life-changing victory
Popular Kiwi golfer talks to 1News about his stunning final round at Royal Birkdale, his celebrations, and his plans to bring the Claret Jug home.
Eli Just earns nomination for World Cup goal of the tournament
The All Whites winger earned the nod for his volley against Iran, becoming the first Kiwi to receive a nomination for the award.
TVNZ secures rights to 2030 FIFA World Cup
The broadcaster said FIFA World Cup 2026 was the biggest event in TVNZ+ history, with over 20 million streams recorded across 104 matches.
Another Auckland FC star departs as wait for new coach continues
With just days until the club's pre-season clash with Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur, Auckland has lost another key player and is yet to announce a manager.
FIFA investigates Argentina players after ugly post-match scenes
A brief scuffle broke out on the pitch following the game as Spain celebrated their win.
Liverpool and England football star Kevin Keegan dies aged 75
His death, following a stage four cancer diagnosis, was announced overnight by former club Newcastle where he had been both a player and coach.
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Private jets, exemptions and added pressure: What Ryan Fox’s major win means for him
Ryan Fox’s win at Royal Birkdale is life-changing, but it’s not necessarily all good.
Black Caps post 268 batting first in fifth ODI against West Indies
Follow live coverage as the Black Caps take on West Indies in the fifth ODI from Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.
Highlanders sign former Crusaders hooker after previous snub
Ioane Moananu has finally been given an opportunity by another New Zealand Super Rugby franchise.
‘What I am supposed to do?’: Frustrated Liam Lawson moves on
When it comes to reviewing his Belgian Grand Prix, Lawson would do well to take on board Sir Steve Hansen’s famous advice from 2009.
What the All Blacks have gained in July other than an unbeaten record
With each Nations Championship victory, Dave Rennie’s All Blacks have earned something more valuable than an unbeaten record. They’ve gained clarity.
Ten must-see New Zealand events at the Commonwealth Games
The Glasgow Commonwealth Games will be running a reduced programme, but there’s still plenty of must-see events featuring our Kiwi athletes.
Kiwi motorcross star back on the podium after year-long battle with heart illness
Courtney Duncan has claimed her first podium finish of the season after missing an entire year of competition due to a heart condition.
One of the most recognisable faces in the English Premier League calls it quits
English referee Anthony Taylor, who officiated at the 2026 World Cup, announced his retirement on Tuesday.
‘A little bit scary’: Whirlwind couple of days culminates with Ryan Fox’s 3-year-old daughter holding the Claret Jug
One of the first things Ryan Fox did when he returned home to his family was hand the Claret Jug to his daughter.
Best goal? Biggest upset? Funniest meme? Tell us your favourite moment from the FIFA World Cup
As the teams regroup and reflect on the tournament, we want to hear from you: What was the best moment of the World Cup?
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Highlanders sign former Crusaders hooker after season in Australia
The tryscoring hooker was squeezed out at the Crusaders but has now found a new home with their South Island rivals.
What impressed us most from the All Blacks’ first three tests under Dave Rennie
The new era of New Zealand rugby is up and running on a 3-0 Nations Championship start. Here’s our five big takeaways.
NZ Football chief says a South Island A-League club makes ‘absolute sense’
The national body has already had expressions of interest if the A-League opens the door to a third New Zealand club, potentially in the South Island.
Fox’s career-high rankings bump, golden ticket to Medinah and the hefty perks of being an Open champion
On top of the $5.48 million winner’s cheque and possession of the prized Claret Jug, Ryan Fox soared 34 places on the world rankings and watched plenty of doors fly open.
Kiwi’s remarkable bid to swim six Commonwealth Games events, and win our first medal in Glasgow
Erika Fairweather won’t have to compete against the superstars, but an Aussie still threatens her hopes of redemption in the first medal events on Saturday morning.
Courtney Duncan pulls off first podium of season after challenging 2025
Kiwi motocross world champion achieves her finest round result of the season, racing again after illness prevented her from competing last year.
DeChambeau threatened to call Trump over British Open penalty
ANALYSIS: The idea that a golfer would want the US president to intervene because he got a two-stroke penalty for improving his lie would once have been considered ridiculous.
How Spain built a football identity that conquered the world
Spain is the first nation to hold both the men’s and women’s World Cup titles at the same time and is the only country with two men’s World Cup triumphs this century.
What we learnt from round three of the Nations Championship
ANALYSIS: The Post outlines four ways the All Blacks have improved under Dave Rennie - and the Boks weapon that awaits in South Africa..
Christchurch NRL hopefuls unveil jerseys, with just a hint of red-and-black
The Southern Orcas have unveiled their proposed playing strips as the group pursues an NRL licence and prepares to reveal plans for a training base in Rolleston.
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Highlanders sign former Crusaders hooker after season in Australia
The tryscoring hooker was squeezed out at the Crusaders but has now found a new home with their South Island rivals.
Canterbury boy and his dad banned from rugby after teen ref assaulted during a game
An under-18 rugby player and his father have been banned from rugby after a teenage referee was assaulted during a Canterbury club game.
Kahurangi’s historic win built on pace and power
The team claimed their first Women’s Tasman Trophy, finishing an unbeaten season, with a big win over Waimea.
The volatile position that will define the Silver Ferns at Commonwealth Games
ANALYSIS: With former captain unavailable and a 66-test veteran not in the travelling squad, goal attack remains a shaky position for Silver Ferns at Commonwealth Games.
The 40-year-old looking to lead Canterbury Rams to the NBL title, 16 years after pro debut
He made his pro hoops debut for Southland Sharks in 2010, but 16 years on American veteran is back in the NBL to try and help the Rams to another title.
Mo’unga ready to use Canterbury comeback as springboard for All Blacks return
The 56-cap All Black says he has missed the test arena during three years in Japan but wants to do well first for Canterbury in his first NPC campaign since 2020.
What impressed us most from the All Blacks’ first three tests under Dave Rennie
The new era of New Zealand rugby is up and running on a 3-0 Nations Championship start. Here’s our five big takeaways.
NZ Football chief says a South Island A-League club makes ‘absolute sense’
The national body has already had expressions of interest if the A-League opens the door to a third New Zealand club, potentially in the South Island.
Fox’s career-high rankings bump, golden ticket to Medinah and the hefty perks of being an Open champion
On top of the $5.48 million winner’s cheque and possession of the prized Claret Jug, Ryan Fox soared 34 places on the world rankings and watched plenty of doors fly open.
Kiwi’s remarkable bid to swim six Commonwealth Games events, and win our first medal in Glasgow
Erika Fairweather won’t have to compete against the superstars, but an Aussie still threatens her hopes of redemption in the first medal events on Saturday morning.
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Highlanders sign former Crusaders hooker after season in Australia
The tryscoring hooker was squeezed out at the Crusaders but has now found a new home with their South Island rivals.
What impressed us most from the All Blacks’ first three tests under Dave Rennie
The new era of New Zealand rugby is up and running on a 3-0 Nations Championship start. Here’s our five big takeaways.
NZ Football chief says a South Island A-League club makes ‘absolute sense’
The national body has already had expressions of interest if the A-League opens the door to a third New Zealand club, potentially in the South Island.
Fox’s career-high rankings bump, golden ticket to Medinah and the hefty perks of being an Open champion
On top of the $5.48 million winner’s cheque and possession of the prized Claret Jug, Ryan Fox soared 34 places on the world rankings and watched plenty of doors fly open.
Kiwi’s remarkable bid to swim six Commonwealth Games events, and win our first medal in Glasgow
Erika Fairweather won’t have to compete against the superstars, but an Aussie still threatens her hopes of redemption in the first medal events on Saturday morning.
Courtney Duncan pulls off first podium of season after challenging 2025
Kiwi motocross world champion achieves her finest round result of the season, racing again after illness prevented her from competing last year.
DeChambeau threatened to call Trump over British Open penalty
ANALYSIS: The idea that a golfer would want the US president to intervene because he got a two-stroke penalty for improving his lie would once have been considered ridiculous.
How Spain built a football identity that conquered the world
Spain is the first nation to hold both the men’s and women’s World Cup titles at the same time and is the only country with two men’s World Cup triumphs this century.
What we learnt from round three of the Nations Championship
ANALYSIS: The Post outlines four ways the All Blacks have improved under Dave Rennie - and the Boks weapon that awaits in South Africa..
‘My hero, my friend, sleep easy’: Tributes flow for Kevin Keegan, former England star
Keegan played for and managed Newcastle United after a sparkling career with Scunthorpe, Liverpool, Hamburg and Southampton. He also managed England from 1999-2000.
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Jump scare: The Commonwealth Games start in 48 hours
Everything you need to know to jump on the Team NZ bandwagon.
How to keep watching football now the World Cup is over
Tips for extending your case of World Cup fever into a chronic lifelong affliction.
There’s a reason Luke Jacobson is an All Black again
The All Blacks under Dave Rennie are confident and optimistic. Even the yellow-carded Luke Jacobson serves a considered purpose.
How New Zealand could (and why we should) co-host a Fifa Men’s World Cup
A bold and beautiful vision for 2038.
I’m a referee – I want to quit because of the abuse
Wellington rugby refs refused to take the field over the weekend due to ongoing abuse. But it’s not just a rugby problem.
Italy’s coach blamed World Rugby scheduling for their All Blacks thrashing. Does he have a point?
Gonzalo Quesada delivered an epic post-match rant in which he blamed the scoreline, as opposed to the result, on anything but himself and his players.
Are football jerseys an unkillable fashion trend?
Forget France, Spain or Morocco. The World Cup’s real biggest winners are the jerseys filling the stands and pitches.
The All Blacks’ close win over France proves that rugby is now a 40-man game
The focus on who wasn’t playing on Saturday was redundant in an era in which player depth is critical.
Everyone has a plan, until they get punched in the face
… and other lessons you learn when you decide to fight.
The most memorable moments of the 2026 Fifa World Cup so far
From Ben Old’s trampled ballsack to Miguel Almirón’s covered mouth, here’s what we’ll actually remember about this World Cup once the football fever subsides.