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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.

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Kosi on wing as ankle injury sidelines Watene-Zelezniak
Warriors

Kosi on wing as ankle injury sidelines Watene-Zelezniak

24 Jun 07:04 AM
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Ben Francis: The unlucky five players who missed All Blacks selection
Opinion

Ben Francis: The unlucky five players who missed All Blacks selection

23 Jun 08:10 AM

Opinion: Some players should feel hard done by.

Departing Chiefs coach McMillian content despite Super Rugby heartbreak
Sport

Departing Chiefs coach McMillian content despite Super Rugby heartbreak

22 Jun 06:00 AM

In five seasons under Clayton McMillan, the Chiefs lost four finals.

'Not sure yet' – Penney coy on Crusaders coaching future
Super Rugby

'Not sure yet' – Penney coy on Crusaders coaching future

22 Jun 03:29 AM

Rob Penney is keeping his cards close to his chest with regards to his coaching future.

Premium
Super Rugby final player ratings: One All Black picked the worst time to disappoint
Opinion

Super Rugby final player ratings: One All Black picked the worst time to disappoint

21 Jun 09:00 PM

Opinion: Which players made their case for All Blacks selection?

'We beat ourselves': Webster rues Warriors defeat to depleted Panthers
Warriors

'We beat ourselves': Webster rues Warriors defeat to depleted Panthers

21 Jun 08:00 PM

Andrew Webster is confident the Warriors will bounce back next week against the Broncos.

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker
Paralympics

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker

19 Jun 11:00 PM

For Michael Whittaker, there's more to life than being really, ridiculously good-looking.

State of Origin: Underdog Queenslanders set series alight
NRL

State of Origin: Underdog Queenslanders set series alight

18 Jun 05:37 PM

Warriors star Kurt Capewell led the way for the Maroons.

Premium
Ben Francis: Why State of Origin doesn't belong in New Zealand
Opinion

Ben Francis: Why State of Origin doesn't belong in New Zealand

18 Jun 02:01 AM

OPINION: Tribalism is diluted when major sports events are exported to neutral territory.

Crusaders playmaker confirms departure after Super Rugby Pacific final
Super Rugby

Crusaders playmaker confirms departure after Super Rugby Pacific final

17 Jun 04:00 AM

James O'Connor will be looking to depart as a champion when the Crusaders host the Chiefs.

White Ferns captain to retire from ODI cricket
White Ferns

White Ferns captain to retire from ODI cricket

16 Jun 09:07 PM

Sophie Devine will opt for a casual contract after this year's World Cup.

Smart mouthguards under fire ahead of Super Rugby Pacific final
Super Rugby

Smart mouthguards under fire ahead of Super Rugby Pacific final

16 Jun 08:53 PM

Ethan Blackadder was wrongly sent for an HIA during the Crusaders' semifinal win.

'Leaking out both holes': Van Gisbergen overcomes illness for historic Nascar win in Mexico
Motorsport

'Leaking out both holes': Van Gisbergen overcomes illness for historic Nascar win in Mexico

16 Jun 12:23 AM

Shane van Gisbergen's win has won him a spot in the Nascar playoffs.

Inexperienced French squad set to feature against All Blacks
Rugby

Inexperienced French squad set to feature against All Blacks

15 Jun 10:45 PM

Only a handful of top players will tour New Zealand next month to face the All Blacks.

On The Up: The 'Heartstopper' with big ambitions in motorsport and acting
Motorsport

On The Up: The 'Heartstopper' with big ambitions in motorsport and acting

11 Jun 04:27 AM

Leighton Leevard has big dreams despite living with a rare heart condition.

Lotto's detective work tracks down $500k prize winner after ticket lost
New Zealand

Lotto's detective work tracks down $500k prize winner after ticket lost

09 Jun 03:07 AM

The ticket was purchased last June at an Auckland supermarket.

'Earned his opportunity': Warrior Capewell recalled for Queensland
League|nrl

'Earned his opportunity': Warrior Capewell recalled for Queensland

09 Jun 02:37 AM

Queensland must beat New South Wales to keep the State of Origin series alive.

'World-class': Tributes flow for All Blacks captain Stu Wilson
All Blacks

'World-class': Tributes flow for All Blacks captain Stu Wilson

09 Jun 12:57 AM

Stu Wilson is regarded as one of New Zealand's best wingers, featuring in 34 tests.

'Maybe they could do the same': Chiefs hopeful of Blues favour
Super Rugby

'Maybe they could do the same': Chiefs hopeful of Blues favour

08 Jun 06:00 AM

The road to the title runs through Christchurch after the Chiefs lost to the Blues.

Cancer-stricken Blues forward cheers team to victory from hospital bed
Super Rugby

Cancer-stricken Blues forward cheers team to victory from hospital bed

08 Jun 04:19 AM

Cameron Suafoa watched the Blues beat the Chiefs from his hospital bed.

'Only scratched the surface': Webster highlights leadership for Warriors success
Warriors

'Only scratched the surface': Webster highlights leadership for Warriors success

08 Jun 03:19 AM

Coach Andrew Webster believes the Warriors are far from being the finished product.

Christchurch set to host Super Round in 2026
Super Rugby

Christchurch set to host Super Round in 2026

07 Jun 03:31 AM

Officials have confirmed plans are in motion for city's new stadium to host Super Round.

Walsh produces season-best throw to secure victory in Rome
Athletics

Walsh produces season-best throw to secure victory in Rome

07 Jun 02:11 AM

Tom Walsh's effort resulted in his first Diamond League event win in nearly four years.

Watch: The Kiwi aiming to break the land speed record in homemade car
Motorsport

Watch: The Kiwi aiming to break the land speed record in homemade car

04 Jun 10:00 PM

Dave Alexander will attempt to break the record of 422km/h in his Lakester.

Premium
Warriors mid-season report card: Tackling machines top the ratings
Opinion

Warriors mid-season report card: Tackling machines top the ratings

04 Jun 06:01 PM

The Warriors sit third with a 9-3 record, defying wooden spoon predictions.

Gary Stead stands down as Black Caps coach
Black Caps

Gary Stead stands down as Black Caps coach

04 Jun 12:00 AM

Gary Stead's reign is over.

Did Donald's slip of the tongue reveal new Chiefs coach?
Super Rugby

Did Donald's slip of the tongue reveal new Chiefs coach?

02 Jun 10:40 PM

Former All Black Stephen Donald appears to have made the announcement before the Chiefs.

Warriors co-captain Barnett ruled out for NRL season
Warriors

Warriors co-captain Barnett ruled out for NRL season

02 Jun 07:04 PM

Mitch Barnett ruptured his ACL in the Warriors' NRL win over the Rabbitohs.

Mo’unga shrugs off broken hand to win Japanese title
Rugby

Mo’unga shrugs off broken hand to win Japanese title

01 Jun 10:27 PM

The former All Blacks first-five played a key role in the win.

'Wouldn’t change it for the world': Metcalf embraces fatherhood
Warriors

'Wouldn’t change it for the world': Metcalf embraces fatherhood

31 May 02:00 AM

The Warriors halfback was leading the Dally M voting when it went behind closed doors.

Super Rugby Pacific finals permutations
Super Rugby

Super Rugby Pacific finals permutations

29 May 07:20 PM

Find out what the best and worst positions your team can finish in Super Rugby Pacific.

'Feed the faith': Reviewing Warriors' Wendy's range – the experts' assessment
Warriors

'Feed the faith': Reviewing Warriors' Wendy's range – the experts' assessment

29 May 02:02 AM

Tom Ale, Adam Pompey and Luke Metcalf got to taste-test the burgers.

'He's a freak': Warriors in awe of Leka Halasima
Warriors

'He's a freak': Warriors in awe of Leka Halasima

29 May 12:00 AM

The teenager is quickly emerging as one of the NRL's hottest prospects.

State of Origin I: New South Wales claim series opener
NRL

State of Origin I: New South Wales claim series opener

28 May 07:44 PM

The Blues have drawn first blood, with a convincing win over the Maroons.

Warning to cancel club rugby games after referee stabbing threat
Rugby

Warning to cancel club rugby games after referee stabbing threat

28 May 01:20 AM

The Horowhenua-Kāpiti union will cancel senior club games if serious abuse continues.

Warriors co-captains return to face Rabbitohs
Warriors

Warriors co-captains return to face Rabbitohs

27 May 06:23 AM

Co-captains James Fisher-Harris and Mitch Barnett are back to lead the team.

Genetic condition meant she was not meant to live past two, now Milly Marshall-Kirkwood eyes Paralympics
Paralympics

Genetic condition meant she was not meant to live past two, now Milly Marshall-Kirkwood eyes Paralympics

26 May 11:59 PM

Milly Marshall-Kirkwood has already broken many records and has her eye on LA 2028.

'Where I want to be': Proctor eyes All Blacks return
Super Rugby

'Where I want to be': Proctor eyes All Blacks return

26 May 04:55 AM

Billy Proctor's form would have caught the attention of Scott Robertson.

Moana Pasifika primed for biggest game in history against Hurricanes
Sport

Moana Pasifika primed for biggest game in history against Hurricanes

25 May 02:12 AM

Moana Pasifika must beat the Hurricanes to qualify for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.

'I don't know how many I scored': Woodman-Wickliffe after creating Black Ferns history
Black Ferns

'I don't know how many I scored': Woodman-Wickliffe after creating Black Ferns history

25 May 12:30 AM

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe became the Black Ferns' all time leading try-scorer.

'Special moment': Reece on becoming Super Rugby's leading try scorer
Super Rugby

'Special moment': Reece on becoming Super Rugby's leading try scorer

23 May 09:54 PM

Sevu Reece scored his 66th career try as the Crusaders beat the Highlanders.

Why former Warrior Brown knew Metcalf was destined for greatness
Warriors

Why former Warrior Brown knew Metcalf was destined for greatness

22 May 09:15 PM

Lewis Brown and Luke Metcalf were teammates back in 2018 at the Manly Sea Eagles.

Second 'run it straight' event cancelled in 24hrs, organiser cites backlash from other events
Sport

Second 'run it straight' event cancelled in 24hrs, organiser cites backlash from other events

22 May 05:27 AM

The events involve a runner and a tackler running full speed at each other and colliding.

On The Up: Campaign under way to 'Make Play Possible'
Sport

On The Up: Campaign under way to 'Make Play Possible'

22 May 03:36 AM

Foundation is attempting to raise funds to allow kids with disabilities to play sport.

Old returns for All Whites as quest towards World Cup begins
All Whites

Old returns for All Whites as quest towards World Cup begins

21 May 11:41 PM

The All Whites face Ivory Coast and Ukraine in Canada next month.

'Significant moment': Warriors re-sign promising duo to long deals
Warriors

'Significant moment': Warriors re-sign promising duo to long deals

21 May 02:47 AM

Leka Halasima and Jacob Laban have been locked down until the end of the 2029 NRL season.

'Outrageous': Concussion charity urging ban of Auckland 'run it straight' comp
Sport

'Outrageous': Concussion charity urging ban of Auckland 'run it straight' comp

20 May 12:29 AM

Headway is urging the Auckland Council to stop the dangerous event.

'Decision to amputate was wrapped in hope': How losing a leg changed Finn Murphy's life
Sport

'Decision to amputate was wrapped in hope': How losing a leg changed Finn Murphy's life

19 May 06:02 PM

Finn Murphy is eying the 2028 Paralympics, with plans of competing in the paracanoe.

McLaughlin 'sad' after crashing during Indy 500 practice
Motorsport

McLaughlin 'sad' after crashing during Indy 500 practice

18 May 07:55 PM

The Kiwi driver crashed during a practice session ahead of qualifying.

'Natural talent': Kiwi darts star on the rise of Luke Littler
Sport

'Natural talent': Kiwi darts star on the rise of Luke Littler

15 May 10:02 PM

The teenage world champ will be taking part at the NZ Darts Masters in August.

On The Up: The Northland charity saving sports gear
Sport

On The Up: The Northland charity saving sports gear

14 May 02:00 AM

ReSport Charitable Trust is celebrating two years with a sports memorabilia auction.

On The Up: Jim Coe personifies Mr Counties
Sport

On The Up: Jim Coe personifies Mr Counties

12 May 08:03 PM

Jim Coe has played a key role in helping Karioitahi Beach get a new surf club.

Hurricanes rocked by Covid-19 outbreak
Super Rugby

Hurricanes rocked by Covid-19 outbreak

12 May 06:05 AM

The Hurricanes had a disrupted bye week with players stuck at home with Covid-19.

Crusaders face nervous wait on Will Jordan's knee injury
Super Rugby

Crusaders face nervous wait on Will Jordan's knee injury

11 May 04:00 AM

The Crusaders are waiting for scan results to know the severity of the injury.

Auckland FC learn A-League semifinals opponents
Auckland FC

Auckland FC learn A-League semifinals opponents

11 May 01:15 AM

The winner will face either Melbourne City or Western United in the grand final.

'Gritty': Warriors seek improvements despite winning streak
Warriors

'Gritty': Warriors seek improvements despite winning streak

11 May 12:09 AM

The Warriors keep finding ways to win, even though it's not pretty at times.

Chiefs score 32 unanswered points to beat Crusaders
Super Rugby

Chiefs score 32 unanswered points to beat Crusaders

10 May 08:55 AM

The Chiefs trailed 19-3 late in the first half but came back to win big.

NZ Rugby posts huge financial loss, despite record income for 2024
Rugby

NZ Rugby posts huge financial loss, despite record income for 2024

07 May 11:17 PM

The deficit follows $8.9m loss in 2023 and a $47m loss in 2022. 

Premium
Dartitis: When a darts player can't throw a dart
Sport

Dartitis: When a darts player can't throw a dart

28 Apr 11:03 PM

Freezing up on the oche even happens to the champions.

On The Up: Amy Ellis chasing Paralympic dreams
Paralympics

On The Up: Amy Ellis chasing Paralympic dreams

24 Apr 08:00 PM

Amy Ellis will compete in her eighth Halberg Games this weekend.

'Chiefy' to stay as Wellington Phoenix coach
Wellington Phoenix

'Chiefy' to stay as Wellington Phoenix coach

24 Apr 02:35 AM

Giancarlo Italiano has re-committed for another A-League season.

'New level of freedom': Halberg Games' positive impact on young athletes
Sport

'New level of freedom': Halberg Games' positive impact on young athletes

23 Apr 08:00 PM

Kiran Dixon has attended every Halberg Games, from being a competitor to now an employee.

Nicoll-Klokstad rejects overseas offers to remain with Warriors
Warriors

Nicoll-Klokstad rejects overseas offers to remain with Warriors

23 Apr 02:20 AM

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
Formula 1

'Definitely pushing me': Lawson's teammate wary of Kiwi's F1 improvements

23 Apr 12:05 AM

The Kiwi says he's starting to feel more comfortable in Racing Bulls' car.

Why Woodman-Wickliffe backflipped on Black Ferns retirement
Black Ferns

Why Woodman-Wickliffe backflipped on Black Ferns retirement

22 Apr 04:00 AM

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
Black Ferns

Woodman-Wickliffe to end retirement for Black Ferns World Cup bid

21 Apr 08:09 PM

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
All Blacks

‘A great challenge’: Jordie Barrett on life in Ireland, Ioane move, and contact with ABs

19 Apr 01:00 AM

The All Blacks midfielder is currently on sabbatical with Irish club Leinster.

'Special': Pompey to join Warriors' centurion club
Warriors

'Special': Pompey to join Warriors' centurion club

18 Apr 04:00 AM

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
Sport

How ex-tropical Cyclone Tam will affect Easter weekend sport

17 Apr 05:00 AM

Some events have been cancelled but many will still go ahead as planned.

'Threat multiplier': What is fuelling ex-tropical Cyclone Tam?
New Zealand

'Threat multiplier': What is fuelling ex-tropical Cyclone Tam?

16 Apr 05:00 PM

Maritime NZ says some of the winds forecast are the strongest since 2017.

Warriors sweat on injury to co-captain
Warriors

Warriors sweat on injury to co-captain

13 Apr 08:21 AM

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
Super Rugby

Debutant inspires Highlanders to snap four-game losing streak

12 Apr 09:21 AM

The Highlanders have beaten the Fijian Drua to claim their third Super Rugby Pacific win.

'Not the most enjoyable': Lawson chasing redemption in Bahrain
Formula 1

'Not the most enjoyable': Lawson chasing redemption in Bahrain

10 Apr 08:58 PM

Liam Lawson is determined to hit the ground running at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

'Still holding out hope': Nweke on potential Silver Ferns comeback
Silver Ferns

'Still holding out hope': Nweke on potential Silver Ferns comeback

09 Apr 06:30 PM

After moving to Australia, Grace Nweke is ineligible to play for the Silver Ferns.

Barrett says criticism ‘not far off the mark’
Super Rugby

Barrett says criticism ‘not far off the mark’

09 Apr 03:27 AM

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
Black Caps

Black Caps coach Gary Stead steps down from white-ball role

08 Apr 12:10 AM

Gary Stead is weighing up his options but will step down as white ball coach.

The iconic moment from Warriors’ last win over Storm
Warriors

The iconic moment from Warriors’ last win over Storm

07 Apr 09:00 PM

Nathan Friend's backflip sent the sporting world into a frenzy.

‘Didn’t want to live’: Ex-All White’s battle after medical ordeal
All Whites

‘Didn’t want to live’: Ex-All White’s battle after medical ordeal

05 Apr 12:00 AM

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
Sport|rugby

‘Long way to go’: Blues confident of Super Rugby playoff push

04 Apr 01:01 AM

The Blues have won one of their six Super Rugby Pacific games this season.

Wagner bows out with heroic performance in Plunket Shield triumph
Black Caps

Wagner bows out with heroic performance in Plunket Shield triumph

01 Apr 03:32 AM

Neil Wagner took five-wicket bag to help Northern Districts win the Plunket Shield.

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