A ball hasn't been bowled in anger yet but already the transtasman banter is off and running.

Canterbury left hander earns a call-up after impressing the selectors in the 50-over format.

Martin Guptill admits he has no idea how the Duckworth Lewis system works but conceded it worked to New Zealand's advantage at Eden Park yesterday.

The Black Caps needed some last-over hitting to vanquish Pakistan.

New Zealand has prevailed by three wickets with two balls to spare in their duel with Pakistan.

A twisted ankle means opener Martin Guptill is a doubtful starter for today's deciding one-day international between New Zealand and Pakistan at Eden Park.

New Zealand will play their first Chappell-Hadlee Trophy series against Australia next week. Andrew Alderson picks six things for fans to ponder.

Mitchell McClenaghan will miss the Chappell-Hadlee series against Australia due to his left eye socket fracture.

Black Caps speedster suffered blow to his left eye from the penultimate ball of the innings. WARNING: Graphic image

Who would replace him if the 31-year-old's not fit to play the tests against Australia?

World cricket's Anti-Corruption Unit has slammed suggestions it conspired with NZ to protect Brendon McCullum.

New Zealand ushered themselves into World T20 contention last night at Westpac Stadium with a comprehensive victory against world-class Pakistan.

Andrew Alderson analyses 5 players who could win us the World Cup.

Live blog of the third Twenty20 between the Black Caps and Pakistan at Westpac Stadium.

Black Caps captain close to overcoming his back injury and could rejoin the squad by the end of January.

Move gives swashbucklers more licence, with Ross Taylor well placed to play the chameleon.

New Zealand batsmen have produced an extraordinary run of world milestones over the past year.