Devine hopes World Cup exit is just the beginning for White Ferns
Sophie Devine says a disappointing home tournament can still be a catalyst for her side.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromPremium Sport
NZ SailGP team nearing 'great milestone' in eventful debut campaign
New Zealand's first season in SailGP has been an eventful one.
'A unique circumstance': Warriors rule out more impending departures
Hodges said they have been dealing for Aitken's situation since the end of last season.
'Real quality': Young All Whites striker steals show on starting debut
St Mirren striker Alex Greive was the standout, in his first international start.
Off The Posts: Rugby's latest social media face palm
OPINION: The big news from the extremely online world of sport.
Gregor Paul: Why the world has disdain for Kiwi rugby fans
Opinion: Kiwi fans may travel to France as the tournament's least favourite supporters.
Top coach reveals what McGregor, Adesanya have in common
John Kavanagh's road into MMA was a familiar one, and now he's sharing his knowledge.
Elliott Smith: What Northern Hemisphere fans don't understand about NZ rugby
Elliott Smith analyses the latest from the world of rugby.
Three games in eight days: Blues' plan to belatedly ignite season
Opportunity knocks to make up lost ground for the Blues.
Life after rugby: Kieran Read on dad-life, head knocks and leadership
It's been a year since Kieran Read retired from rugby, and life looks very different.
Coach's son to Blues rising star: Plumtree's unconventional journey to Super Rugby
Blues beginning to benefit after pinching Wellington flanker from the Hurricanes region.
Warriors coach predicts better results after homecoming news
While the squad have more immediate priorities, Wednesday's news was a major fillip.
Another team withdraws from World Cup qualifiers as All Whites eye semis
The All Whites will discover their semifinal opponent on Friday morning.
Liam Napier: Ranking the best teams in world rugby - and why ABs aren't top 3
OPINION: Unlike the official rankings, this one reflects rugby's true balance of power.
Everything's coming up NZ: Tuke reflects on positives from disrupted SailGP season
New Zealand can finish as high as fourth in their first SailGP season.
The legendary rise of Chris Wood: NZ's greatest goal scorer
Chris Wood's commitment to the national cause has become legendary.
Kris Shannon: Why the White Ferns' World Cup went so wrong
OPINION: Were expectations too high for the White Ferns?
Alice Soper: How Chiefs Manawa set the blueprint for success in women's rugby
OPINION: The franchise that inspired confidence, trust and showed empathy prevailed.
Gregor Paul: Why Eddie Jones' England crisis should be a warning to NZ Rugby
OPINION: What's apparent is that NZR's All Blacks stance is dangerously outdated.
'There's a lot more to achieve': Wood's next goal after making All Whites history
Wood's brace took him to 30 international goals, past Vaughan Coveny's tally of 29.
Michael Burgess: Four reasons for hope - and fear - after Warriors' poor start
OPINION: Reasons for hope - and fear - after the Warriors' two frustrating defeats.
All Whites concerned as Covid threatens to derail World Cup hopes
It's a lingering threat that could turn New Zealand's hopes upside down in an instant.
Chris Rattue: Warriors are as bad as ever - and already wooden spoon favourites
OPINION: Chris Rattue runs through the winners and losers of the past week of sport.
Phil Gifford: The most heartwarming test try you'll see
Phil Gifford runs the rule over all the talking points from this weekend's rugby action.
Destined for disappointment: Why White Ferns don't deserve to make semis
OPINION: Anytime the home nation flops before the knockout stages the event takes a hit.
'Just not acceptable': Warriors coach disappointed with players after defeat
A slow start and missed opportunities were ultimately the Warriors' undoing.
Gregor Paul: The vital World Cup call the All Blacks can't control
OPINION: The All Blacks will be hoping for a clear head for their World Cup opener.
Paul Lewis: The perfect antidote to Nick Kyrgios' bogan tennis style
OPINION: Comeuppance in sport can be a deeply satisfying dish. Isn't that right, Kyrgios?
Liam Napier: What outclassed Moana Pasifika now need to target
When the Chiefs moved to third gear, Moana's spirited defence couldn't handle the shift.
Phil Gifford: The harsh reality of mixing sports and politics for athletes
OPINION: Russian world No 1 is the latest to be caught in the web of sport and politics.
Christopher Reive: What to make of SBW's return to the ring
Christopher Reive looks at the week that was, and the weekend ahead, in combat sports.
Dream debut: How young striker saved All Whites in qualifying 'eye opener'
The All Whites have two days to review and recover before they face Fiji on Tuesday.
'I was a complete numb nuts': Hooker reflects on past ahead of UFC return
Dan Hooker returns to the featherweight division for the first time in five years.
Age just a number for youthful Central Pulse
They're the youngest team in the competition, with an average age of 22-and-a-half.