SportMartial arts saves street kidWhen you are surrounded by people fixated on drugs, alcohol and violence, there are only two things you can do - join them, or turn away.29 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionScotty Stevenson: Getting to grips with judo is bit of a puzzleI don't think I understood a single thing about judo until Saturday night.28 Jul 05:00 PM
SportCommonwealth Games: Judo throws up case for more moneyJudo's case for increased financial assistance was crystallised in the span of six hours yesterday.27 Jul 05:00 PM
UFCUFC: Hangman wants to fight in JapanAuckland's Dan Hooker has nominated himself to join Mark Hunt at UFC Fight Night 52 in Japan in September.29 Jun 05:00 PM
UFCUFC: The Hangman puts away EntwistleAfter winning his maiden appearance in the UFC with a first-round TKO, Auckland's Dan Hooker was asked in his post-fight interview about his opponent's desire to go for a leg lock.28 Jun 05:00 PM
UFCUFC fighting to come backThe UFC will return to New Zealand within two years but there are no guarantees Auckland will play host.28 Jun 05:00 PM
UFCUFC: Big Show's big Auckland testWhen Jared Rosholt took a knee to the face during one of his first mixed martial arts training sessions he knew it was his type of combat.25 Jun 05:00 PM
UFCUFC: Featherweight earns spot at Las VegasLogan Price was meant to be in the stands at Vector Arena on Saturday to watch UFC Fight Night 43 in Auckland.25 Jun 05:00 PM
SportExpectations high for medalsSeasoned New Zealand competitor Tim Slyfield has high expectations for the team of 11 named yesterday to compete at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.17 May 12:56 AM
CompaniesHow UFC became a $4b businessFighting is big business, and the king of the mixed martial arts hill is coming to NZ. So how did barely legal brutality become one of the world's fastest-growing sports?11 May 05:00 PM
SportNZ judo rep dies in BulgariaA top sportsman has died at an international judo tournament in Europe a day after competing for a place in the New Zealand Commonwealth Games team.22 Feb 04:30 PM
UFCUFC: Hunt's opponent fails drug testKiwi UFC heavyweight Mark Hunt has received an early Christmas bonus.18 Dec 02:58 AM
TravelThailand: Bangkok fightingAn inspired Kelly Lynch finds tension and excitement ringside in Bangkok.28 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandDrug case cops warned OlympianAn Olympic athlete was given a formal warning by police investigating an international drug ring but NZ sports officials had no choice but to select him.19 Jun 05:30 PM
BoxingUFC: Mark Hunt still wants title shotMark Hunt hasn't lost any confidence following his knockout loss to Junior dos Santos at UFC 160 in Las Vegas last month.08 Jun 07:40 PM
SportUFC: Kiwis on UFC undercard in Las Vegas showdownMixed martial arts already has a cult following in New Zealand and it could blast to the front of people's minds this weekend.24 May 05:30 PM
LifestyleCatering for little warriorsIf you're tired of wrapping your children in cotton wool, Danielle Wright has found ways to give them some rough and tumble, in a safe environment15 Mar 05:30 PM
SportBrutal way to make livingKiwi cage fighters win and take the first step on a road they hope will lead to a successful professional UFC career, in the final of a 3-part series.26 Sep 05:30 PM
SportIn the ring with MMA fightersMixed Martial Arts or MMA fights are on the rise in New Zealand. Herald photographer Brett Phibbs takes a look at the action. 26 Sep 06:09 AM
BoxingUFC: Fight club feverNo sport has imprinted itself on the world as quickly or dramatically as mixed martial arts. Over the next three days, Steve Dean traces its roots.24 Sep 05:30 PM