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The Black Caps take on India in the second test at the Hagley Oval - on what could be a bowler-friendly pitch. Photo / Twitter, WeAreCanterbury

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Has India's second-test challenge just got even tougher?

27 Feb, 2020 7:00pm
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For India to level test series it could have to overcome an 'insurmountable challenge'.

Kyle Jamieson has made a superb start to his international career. Photo / Getty

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'Boy's got a bit about him': Remarkable rise of new Black Cap

27 Feb, 2020 3:00pm
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Kyle Jamieson's journey to the top has been unusual - and he's only getting started.

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Selection dilemma: The big call the Black Caps have to make

26 Feb, 2020 6:55pm
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The Black Caps bowlers have handed coach Gary Stead another selection dilemma.

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Player ratings: Black Caps v India, first test

25 Feb, 2020 3:15pm
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Niall Anderson analyses the Black Caps' performances in their 10-wicket win over India.

Doug Bracewell is mobbed after taking the final wicket to beat Australia in Hobart. Photo / Getty

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Five of the best: New Zealand's greatest test triumphs

24 Feb, 2020 7:00pm
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Five of the most significant victories in New Zealand's 90 years of test cricket.

Black Caps skipper Kane Williamson top-scored in the victory. Photo / Getty Images

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From 0 to 100: How Black Caps inspired remarkable turnaround

24 Feb, 2020 3:45pm
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The Black Caps have produced quite the test turnaround in the span of seven weeks.

Trent Boult celebrates after taking the wicket of Ajinkya Rahane. Photo / Getty

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History! Black Caps claim 100th test victory with incredible win

24 Feb, 2020 1:10pm
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NZ have brought up their century of test triumphs with one of their most famous victories.

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Black Cap's unique chance at world record

23 Feb, 2020 8:30pm
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Black Caps bowler could become an unlikely world record holder.

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Brilliant bowlers: Black Caps close in on famous win

23 Feb, 2020 7:30pm
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First the NZ bowlers salvaged their own batting innings, then they crippled India's.

Tim Southee took four wickets in the first innings for the Black Caps. Photo / Getty

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An unexpected contribution? Five takeaways from Black Caps' big day

22 Feb, 2020 8:00pm
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Niall Anderson provides five takeaways from day two of the first test.

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Williamson shines as Black Caps take advantage

22 Feb, 2020 7:10pm
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Kane Williamson is back – and so, it seems, are the Black Caps.

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All you need to know: Can White Ferns claim World Cup glory?

22 Feb, 2020 6:00am
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The White Ferns get their Twenty20 World Cup campaign underway early tomorrow morning.

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Dream debut: Star rookie puts Black Caps on top

21 Feb, 2020 5:55pm
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Kyle Jamieson's test debut should have been a mightily daunting proposition.

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Rising star to debut, but Black Caps puzzle remains

20 Feb, 2020 3:50pm
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One big call still to be made as the Black Caps puzzle over the Basin Reserve pitch.

In 2019, India managed to do what the Black Caps could not, beating Australia in Australia. Photo / Getty

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Best in a decade: The daunting challenge facing the Black Caps

20 Feb, 2020 5:00am
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The Black Caps should be more competitive against India than they were in Australia.

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Black Caps star ruled out of first test

19 Feb, 2020 5:50pm
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Neil Wagner and his wife are awaiting the birth of their first child.

Trent Boult playing for the Otumoetai Cadets in club cricket. Photo / George Novak

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Black Caps stars' unusual preparation for India test

19 Feb, 2020 1:00pm
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Two top Black Caps return to their roots to get ready to take on India.

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'Really surprised': Black Caps coach hits back at Jeremy Coney criticism

17 Feb, 2020 5:00pm
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Black Caps coach Gary Stead responds to criticism about his break from duties.

Black Caps all-rounder Mitchell Santner. Photo / Getty

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Black Caps regular axed as test squad revealed

17 Feb, 2020 11:00am
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Black Caps axe all-rounder, seamer and opening batsman in several changes for India tests.

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Auckland triumph in Ford Trophy thriller

16 Feb, 2020 7:13pm
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A Colin Munro century has lifted Auckland to its 12th domestic one-day title.

An emotional Shane Archbold celebrates winning the men's national road race. Photo / Getty

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'I really needed this': Kiwi cyclist breaks down after emotional win

16 Feb, 2020 4:35pm
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Shane Archbold claimed an emotional victory in the men's road race in Cambridge.

Ngani Laumape of the Hurricanes scorches the Sharks defence to score. Photo / Getty

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Back in form: Promising Hurricanes whirl past Sharks

15 Feb, 2020 9:10pm
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Jordie Barrett has produced a standout performance in the Hurricanes' victory.

The Black Caps celebrate after winning the ODI series 3-0. Photo / Getty

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Player ratings: The Black Caps who shone v India - and those who will be axed

12 Feb, 2020 8:00am
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Niall Anderson analyses how all of the Black Caps performed during the series sweep.

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Bowled over! Black Caps complete stunning sweep of India

11 Feb, 2020 10:50pm
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The Black Caps are back, with their favourite format producing a rare result.

Kyle Jamieson celebrates the wicket of Navdeep Saini as Ravindra Jadeja is dejected. Photo / Getty

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Devastating debut: The big new Black Caps prospect

9 Feb, 2020 9:15am
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Kyle Jamieson's debut wasn't quite a dream come true – but it was pretty damn close.

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Series sealed! Black Caps take out thriller to stun India

8 Feb, 2020 11:05pm
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The Black Caps bowlers have conjured up a remarkable victory over India.

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Why rising Black Caps star is under pressure

8 Feb, 2020 6:00am
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Talented opener starts well in extended audition, but long-term future more complicated.

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Ross Taylor reveals how the Black Caps turned it around

6 Feb, 2020 10:00am
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Taylor was the hero against India, with a masterful unbeaten 109 from 84 balls.

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Back in Black: Sensational Taylor leads Caps to stunning victory

5 Feb, 2020 11:20pm
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Maybe, just maybe, the Black Caps were right all along.

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Black Caps v India: All you need to know

5 Feb, 2020 10:00am
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Everything you need to be aware of ahead of first ODI between the Black Caps and India.

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New captain, new coach: Black Caps' sudden switch for India ODIs

4 Feb, 2020 4:50pm
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The Black Caps' luck just keeps getting worse.

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Oops, they did it again: Black Caps blow it in another meltdown

3 Feb, 2020 12:00am
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The Black Caps again found a way to pull off the remarkable, and achieve the unexpected.

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'It's a gut-punch': Black Caps claim 'bad luck' after Super Over shocker

1 Feb, 2020 8:50am
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Black Caps fail to get across line in two Super Over defeats in the span of three days.

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You've got to be joking: Black Caps lose another Super Over

1 Feb, 2020 12:30am
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Black Caps somehow butcher another runchase, losing in another shocking Super Over.

Black Caps coach Gary Stead. Photo / Getty

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Black Caps coach explains under-fire decisions

31 Jan, 2020 5:00am
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Gary Stead has defended his decisions during his side's dramatic Super Over defeat.

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World Cup stars missing as Black Caps reveal ODI squad

30 Jan, 2020 2:40pm
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Three of Black Caps' star performers at Cricket World Cup ruled out of Indian ODI series.

Mohammed Shami celebrates his last-ball wicket. Photo / Getty

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'I feel bad for him': India left stunned after Black Caps blow it

30 Jan, 2020 8:00am
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Indian captain thought the game was over, until Black Caps butchered final moments.

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Not again! Kane masterclass denied in Super Over shocker

30 Jan, 2020 12:00am
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Kane Williamson's stunning innings in vain as India steal baffling last-gasp victory.

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How Indian star is giving Black Caps sleepless nights

27 Jan, 2020 7:00pm
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Indian bowler generates upper hand on Black Caps batsmen through first two Twenty20s.

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Embarrassment at Eden: Black Caps demolished by India

26 Jan, 2020 11:00pm
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India go 2-0 up after Black Caps batsmen have disastrous outing at Eden Park.

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Bennett claims top 10 finish at Tour Down Under

26 Jan, 2020 5:45pm
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Bennett claims best finish at the Tour Down Under, despite disappointing final stage.

Black Caps batsman Ross Taylor. Photo / Getty

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The under-pressure Black Caps who stepped up v India

25 Jan, 2020 5:20pm
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Under-pressure players make strong start to Twenty20 World Cup build-up at Eden Park.

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Through their grasp: India pull off massive chase to beat Black Caps

24 Jan, 2020 11:35pm
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The Black Caps batsmen must be wondering just what more they need to do.

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Virat Kohli's surprise Black Caps admission

24 Jan, 2020 5:00am
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Revenge for the World Cup semifinal is not on the mind of Indian captain Virat Kohli.

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Williamson's response to captaincy critics

23 Jan, 2020 7:43pm
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Williamson gets notable strong support for his leadership ahead of India series.

Dion Smith finished third at the Japan Cup. Photo / Getty

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Road to success: The 10 Kiwi cyclists to watch in 2020

15 Jan, 2020 6:00am
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The road cycling season is about to kick off - here are the top Kiwis to watch.

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Aussie Aftermath: The players to turn Black Caps around

11 Jan, 2020 3:00pm
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Several Black Caps had their reputations shattered in the Downunder - but there's hope.

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Changes to the test team? Picking the Black Caps to take on India

11 Jan, 2020 5:00am
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Most debate revolves around which spin-bowling all-rounder to include.

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Black Caps coach hits back at 'silly' criticism

7 Jan, 2020 6:00pm
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Black Caps coach Gary Stead has ruled out 'kneejerk reactions' to disastrous series loss.

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'Likely to end his test career': Black Caps player ratings v Australia

7 Jan, 2020 5:50pm
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Niall Anderson assesses how all the Black Caps performed in the third test thrashing.

An emotional Ross Taylor in the press conference.

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'This is for you': Emotional Ross Taylor in tears after third test

7 Jan, 2020 12:00pm
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Black Caps batsman breaks down when revealing why breaking record was so special.

Matt Henry's place in the Black Caps is one of those in jeopardy. Photo / Getty

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Careers over? The players who will be axed by the Black Caps

7 Jan, 2020 5:00am
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Several players unlikely to be retained for India series, but selectors have big headache.

Dejected Black Caps after the 3-0 series defeat. Photo / Getty

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Black Caps captain's brutal admission after Australia thumping

6 Jan, 2020 9:25pm
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Kane Williamson was left with no choice after the 3-0 mauling at the hands of Australia.

Australia celebrate a superb James Pattinson catch. Photo / Getty

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Humiliation complete: Black Caps destroyed by Australia

6 Jan, 2020 8:00pm
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The Black Caps' humiliation is, mercifully, complete after another thrashing at the SCG.

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Only positive for NZ: Ross Taylor breaks historic record

6 Jan, 2020 5:40pm
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In a career laden with records, Taylor has just claimed the most significant of them all.

Glenn Phillips benefitted from some luck in his first innings as a test cricketer. Photo / Getty

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A rare bright spot: Black Cap makes most of 'lucky day'

6 Jan, 2020 6:00am
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Phillips made the most of his big opportunity. And his second, third, and fourth chances.

Ross Taylor's wait goes on. Photo / Getty

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The wait goes on: Black Cap struggles as record looms

5 Jan, 2020 9:10pm
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Black Cap within sight of making history, but Australian bowlers getting in the way.

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Outclassed, again: Black Caps dominated by Australia

5 Jan, 2020 8:30pm
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What new is there to say about this Black Caps team?

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Black Caps v Australia: How Kiwi bowler made history

4 Jan, 2020 9:00pm
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All the takeaways from day two of the test - including a potentially unwanted record.

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Just what the doctor ordered: Black Caps show superb spirit

4 Jan, 2020 8:00pm
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It looked like a familiar scene was unfolding, but the Black Caps re-wrote the script.

The moment Matt Henry broke his thumb. Photo / Getty

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Walking wounded: Black Cap breaks thumb, another goes down with flu

4 Jan, 2020 1:15pm
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The Black Caps' lengthy list of walking wounded has grown further.

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From bodysurfing to a shock test debut: How Black Cap's dream came true

4 Jan, 2020 6:00am
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Auckland batsman needed to rush to the airport to ensure he wouldn't miss his big break.