Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking news.
Ben Francis is a journalist at the NZ Herald. With a career in sports media dating back to 2016, he has previously contributed to Newshub and Sports Nation. He has a strong passion for rugby league and darts. You can contact Ben at ben.francis@nzme.co.nz.
'Chiefy' to stay as Wellington Phoenix coach
Giancarlo Italiano has re-committed for another A-League season.
'New level of freedom': Halberg Games' positive impact on young athletes
Kiran Dixon has attended every Halberg Games, from being a competitor to now an employee.
Nicoll-Klokstad rejects overseas offers to remain with Warriors
The fullback is staying put until the end of the 2027 NRL season.
'Definitely pushing me': Lawson's teammate wary of Kiwi's F1 improvements
The Kiwi says he's starting to feel more comfortable in Racing Bulls' car.
Why Woodman-Wickliffe backflipped on Black Ferns retirement
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe is eyeing up a third Rugby World Cup later this year.
Woodman-Wickliffe to end retirement for Black Ferns World Cup bid
Woodman-Wickliffe announced her international retirement after last year's Olympics.
‘A great challenge’: Jordie Barrett on life in Ireland, Ioane move, and contact with ABs
The All Blacks midfielder is currently on sabbatical with Irish club Leinster.
'Special': Pompey to join Warriors' centurion club
Adam Pompey will play his 100th NRL match for the Warriors when they face the Broncos.
How ex-tropical Cyclone Tam will affect Easter weekend sport
Some events have been cancelled but many will still go ahead as planned.
'Threat multiplier': What is fuelling ex-tropical Cyclone Tam?
Maritime NZ says some of the winds forecast are the strongest since 2017.
Warriors sweat on injury to co-captain
James Fisher-Harris left the field with a pec injury in their loss to the Storm.
Debutant inspires Highlanders to snap four-game losing streak
The Highlanders have beaten the Fijian Drua to claim their third Super Rugby Pacific win.
'Not the most enjoyable': Lawson chasing redemption in Bahrain
Liam Lawson is determined to hit the ground running at the Bahrain Grand Prix.
'Still holding out hope': Nweke on potential Silver Ferns comeback
After moving to Australia, Grace Nweke is ineligible to play for the Silver Ferns.
Barrett says criticism ‘not far off the mark’
Scott Barrett admits he's been far from his best during the Super Rugby Pacific season.
Black Caps coach Gary Stead steps down from white-ball role
Gary Stead is weighing up his options but will step down as white ball coach.
The iconic moment from Warriors’ last win over Storm
Nathan Friend's backflip sent the sporting world into a frenzy.
‘Didn’t want to live’: Ex-All White’s battle after medical ordeal
The former All Whites keeper won NZ$35.7 million in damages after a lengthy court case.
‘Long way to go’: Blues confident of Super Rugby playoff push
The Blues have won one of their six Super Rugby Pacific games this season.
Wagner bows out with heroic performance in Plunket Shield triumph
Neil Wagner took five-wicket bag to help Northern Districts win the Plunket Shield.