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'What we wanted to do': The area of immediate improvement for Black Ferns

'We talked lots about bringing edge right from the kickoff today. We didn’t last week.'

Back on top: Lani Daniels claims world boxing titles with TKO win

The Kiwi's opponent left the arena on a stretcher after the TKO in the ninth round.

Black Ferns claim 22-point win over Canada

The NZ women's side surged from 14-5 down at halftime to score five unanswered tries.

Why Hansen has avoided change for Black Ferns' Canada clash

The last time the sides met, Canada beat New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup semi-final.

Black Ferns seize Hong Kong glory again in sevens thriller over Australia

The Black Ferns Sevens have now won four straight Hong Kong finals.

'What we wanted to do': The area of immediate improvement for Black Ferns

'We talked lots about bringing edge right from the kickoff today. We didn’t last week.'

Crusaders go down to Force after big early lead

The Crusaders blew a 19-0 lead to lose 31-26 to the Western Force in Perth.

Chiefs v Hurricanes player ratings: All Blacks star who sent a message to Rennie

OPINION: How the players rated in the Chiefs 22-17 victory over the Hurricanes.

'It was pretty incredible': Warriors flyer admits disbelief over gravity-defying try v Titans

Coach Andrew Webster says Alofiana Khan-Pereira has quickly fitted into the side.

Warriors: Is it 'Our Year'? Maybe. Is it 'Our Time'? Definitely

The 'Our Year' mantra began in earnest before the 2012 NRL season.

Warriors v Titans player ratings: Selection headache awaits coach Andrew Webster

Opinion: Rating the performances of the Warriors against the Titans in Auckland.

Fast start, nervous finish: Warriors hold off Titans fightback

The Warriors surged to a 28-4 lead before a late Titans rebound narrowed the margin.

Marshall dedicates first victory to friend tragically lost

Billy Marshall was inspired to move to New Zealand by tragedy.

Prodigal son returns and reminds punters just how talented he is

Lupo Solitario is back home after having no success in Hong Kong.

Filly worth her weight in gold after black-type Ellerslie victory

Solid Gold is a sister to former Australian Derby winner Major Beel.

Rapidly rising mare faces toughest challenge in Manco Easter Handicap today

Ellerslie is hosting a big race meeting, featuring three black-type races.

Nathan Limm: Five things we learned from ANZ Premiership's opening round

Nathan Limm believes the Stars are early title favourites.

Pulse power past Magic in statement ANZ Premiership season opener

Co-captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio shot 20 from 20 in the one-point zone.

Changing of the guard: How Silver Ferns shake-up could reshape ANZ Premiership

The 2026 ANZ Premiership will screen on free-to-air TV for the first time.

‘Not part of the puzzle’: Ameliaranne Ekenasio on Silver Ferns silence

Ameliaranne Ekenasio says she has had no contact with Dame Noeline Taurua.

Body ideals and banned drugs: Sport NZ warns of new risks for young athletes

Sport New Zealand warns youth doping is rising, partly fuelled by social media ideals.

'The ocean gods helped us out': Oar Blacks ride the ocean to landmark first win

The Oar Blacks women became the first Kiwi crew to beat Australia.

Maadi Cup scandal: 3 Christchurch school rowing coaches sent home from regatta

The men were ordered home after complaints about their conduct.

Watch: NZ University Rowing Championships

Watch live coverage of the NZ University Rowing Championships at Lake Karapiro.

'What a freaking race': Payne delights home fans with Ruapuna masterclass

Kiwi driver Matt Payne dominated at Ruapuna, winning his second race of the weekend.

Supercars Ruapuna: Payne, Kostecki, Allen share wins in three races

Matthew Payne stormed to victory in the Saturday afternoon race at Ruapuna.

Ryan Wood fired up for Ruapuna as JR trophy race goes down to the wire

Taupo's cancelled race adds a fourth Ruapuna contest, worth 400 points.

Kai Allen takes maiden Supercars win in thrilling Ruapuna opener

Ryan Wood was top Kiwi in third and still leads the race for the Jason Richards trophy.

Black Caps open Bangladesh series with tight win

The Black Caps begin a three-match ODI series against Bangladesh.

Black Caps’ T20 World Cup win over Canada investigated for match-fixing

New Zealand players are not alleged to have committed any wrongdoing.

Ben Stokes ‘lucky’ to be alive after horrific facial injury

The England captain suffered a broken cheekbone after being hit in the face in February.

'Something that hurts': Will test cricket ever return to Auckland?

It's been nearly 3000 days since the City of Sails hosted a cricket test.

Watch: Tennis star obliterates racquet during epic meltdown before discarding in bin

Daniil Medvedev had a meltdown for the ages during a shock defeat in Monte Carlo.

Women could play five-set matches at Australian Open under new plan

CEO ideas: Drones delivering drinks, futuristic players' chairs, play on if it's a 'net'.

‘God knows what happens’: Djokovic hints at Australian Open farewell

The 38-year-old remains tied with Margaret Court on 24 major titles.

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

'It was pretty incredible': Warriors flyer admits disbelief over gravity-defying try v Titans

Coach Andrew Webster says Alofiana Khan-Pereira has quickly fitted into the side.

Warriors: Is it 'Our Year'? Maybe. Is it 'Our Time'? Definitely

The 'Our Year' mantra began in earnest before the 2012 NRL season.

Warriors v Titans player ratings: Selection headache awaits coach Andrew Webster

Opinion: Rating the performances of the Warriors against the Titans in Auckland.

Chiefs v Hurricanes player ratings: All Blacks star who sent a message to Rennie

OPINION: How the players rated in the Chiefs 22-17 victory over the Hurricanes.

Back on top: Lani Daniels claims world boxing titles with TKO win

The Kiwi's opponent left the arena on a stretcher after the TKO in the ninth round.

New Zealand Warriors v Gold Coast Titans

The Warriors secured a 28-20 victory over the Titans in Auckland. Video / Sky Sport

Warriors claim win over Titans

Live updates as the Warriors host the Titans.

Filly worth her weight in gold after black-type Ellerslie victory

Solid Gold is a sister to former Australian Derby winner Major Beel.

Black Ferns claim 22-point win over Canada

The NZ women's side surged from 14-5 down at halftime to score five unanswered tries.

Black Ferns beat Canada 36-14

Black Ferns beat Canada 36-14. Video / Sky Sport

Dropped shots costly as Fox falls down leaderboard at $34m PGA Tour event

Ryan Fox has slid to a tie for 28th at the halfway point of the PGA Tour event.

The decline and fall of premier club rugby: Struggle to field top-flight sides

At least six premier club competitions have shrunk going into the 2026 season.