The world media have reacted with astonishment and admiration after Brendon McCullum's record breaking century.

Neil Wagner dismissed Joe Burns and Steve Smith after a massive partnership saw Australia dominate the day.

Forget underarm. Australia has been thrust into a fleeting underhand overhand controversy in Christchurch but the issue has been resolved.

Leave them wanting more; Brendon McCullum followed the old show business axiom to a tee with one of his most sensational performances at Hagley Oval.

As he suits up to play his 101st and final test, Dylan Cleaver looks at the impact 'Baz' has had on our sporting landscape.

Brendon McCullum has ripped the fastest test century of all time at Hagley Oval today in his final test, and his brother pays tribute.

For many cricket fans, a well-struck six is the greatest thrill. Few have provided more than Brendon McCullum.

Andrew Alderson examines some of the more freakish numbers from Brendon McCullum's 14-year international career and Dylan Cleaver selects six key test matches.

The toss will be all important with the green conditions sure to aid bowlers for at least the opening day of the test.

As Brendon McCullum bows out of international cricket, Kurt Bayer takes a close look at his love of body art. The ink tells the tale of his remarkable career.

New test batsman reckons New Zealand don't need to change much in terms of preparation and mindset ahead of a second test they must win.

Tim Southee and Trent Boult struggle more against Australia than any other side and that has to end in Christchurch, writes Andrew Alderson.

NZ are not taking their first test no-ball controversy any further with the International Cricket Council (ICC).

New Zealand will not be pursuing the first test no-ball controversy any further with the International Cricket Council after suffering an innings and 52-run defeat to Australia.

The NZ cricketers face a test of their mettle to send retiring captain Brendon McCullum off in style from the second test against Australia starting on Saturday.

Ross Taylor and Mitchell Santner have been ruled out of the Black Caps second ANZ Test against Australia in Christchurch beginning on Saturday.

A circumspect Brendon McCullum and a satisfied Steve Smith fronted captains press conferences this afternoon after Australia's innings and 52 run win.

Black Caps lose by an innings and 52 runs as Australia prove far too good in Wellington.