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Wynne Gray: This stuff is almost as boring as Bill's batting
Bill Lawry, the patron saint of stonewall defence, was profuse about David Warner's batting pyrotechnics, writes Wynne Gray.

Cricket: Time to shape up, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka need to smarten their act up, starting today, or this ODI cricket series risks becoming a fizzer as a contest.

Six wishes for cricket in 2016
Andrew Alderson highlights his cricket wishlist for next year, featuring record chases, the DRS and flame-throwers.

Cricket: Black Caps' home dominance continues
New Zealand hadn't discussed keeping the foot on Sri Lanka's throat going into yesterday's opening ODI at Hagley Oval - it just worked out that way.

Black Caps crush SL to open series
New Zealand thumped Sri Lanka by seven wickets in the opening ODI of a five-game series at Hagley Oval.

Cricket: Kiwi team could join BBL - Vettori
Kiwi cricket fans could one day have a rooting interest in the Big Bash League if Dan Vettori gets his way.

Who will replace McCullum at number 5?
The boss is soon to depart and there's a vacancy to be filled.

Cricket: Worker relishes opportunity to excel for New Zealand
George Worker's first taste of international cricket was an eye opener but gave him the self-belief he can foot it on the big stage.

Editorial: Boxing Day empty with no test
Boxing Day means one thing besides shopping for bargains. It means cricket.

Cricket: Santner set to continue rapid rise
ND allrounder is keen to focus on 'special experience' as New Zealand aim to start one-day series with victory in Christchurch today.

Graeme Smith: Brendon McCullum put the Black Caps on the map
Former South African captain Graeme Smith has praised the attacking and good-natured spirit Brendon McCullum has brought to world cricket.

West Indies coach: We need to follow New Zealand's lead
West Indian coach Phil Simmons is holding New Zealand cricket up as a guiding light for his own beleaguered team.

Will spot-fixing Pakistan bowler be allowed into NZ?
Pakistan cricket is seeking legal advice on whether Mohammad Amir, jailed for match fixing, can travel to New Zealand.

Cricket: NZ depth on show for ODIs
Black Caps - with plenty of new faces - is determined to play aggressive cricket.

Chris Rattue: McCullum flawed but incredible
COMMENT: Don't sweat the small stuff. That's the way to judge Brendon McCullum. It's the way history judges just about everyone, writes Chris Rattue.

Cricket: Milne the ace of pace
Injuries have been unkind to Adam Milne but the country's fastest bowler is fit and firing to take on Sri Lanka.

The $9 bet that went horribly wrong
Australian cricketer Angela Reakes severely reprimanded for World Cup punt.

Cricket: Morkel surprised by McCullum's retirement
South African all rounder Albie Morkel is among those surprised at the timing of Brendon McCullum's retirement announcement

McCullum deserves to have time of his life
Comment: McCullum has revolutionised how New Zealand play; with goodwill but aggressive intent. He deserves to retire.

The best sport to watch after Christmas
The leftover sandwiches will have good company after Xmas Day when the summer of sport kicks straight back into gear. We check out some of the action.