Richie McCaw took some time out to work on his golf game today, assisted by a legend of the Scottish game.

NZ's second innings capitulation overnight on the fourth day of the first test suggests the chasm in ability is wide compared to Pakistan.

Thailand's violinist-turned-skier Vanessa Mae has been banned from skiing competitively for four years after being found guilty of manipulating results in order to qualify.

Lalit Modi has issued legal proceedings against Chris Cairns to claw back $4.9 million in damages and costs.

As opener Tom Latham eked out his maiden test century in survival mode, his Black Caps batting partners combusted around him in Abu Dhabi.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen questions role TV producers are playing in rugby games: "TV producers, they're starting to annoy me."