Cricket World CupFans asked to share team's big welcomeDefeated, a little deflated, but thoroughly dignified, the Black Caps are hoping fans turn up to welcome them home today.30 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupGive send-offs the send-offBatsmen should be able to leave the cricket field without "tasteless" send-offs, former Black Cap and cricketing commentator Mark Richardson says.30 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupHesson keen to keep game movingFirst comes the reflection on a job well done, at least until Sunday night. Then will follow the planning, for this cricket team is not for standing still.30 Mar 06:08 AM
Cricket World CupHow much did the Black Caps earn?How much are the Black Caps each set to pocket for their performance in the Cricket World Cup? Find out here.30 Mar 02:20 AM
Cricket World CupHaddin sledged because NZ too 'nice'Australian cricketer Brad Haddin has come under fire for giving verbal sprays to NZ's batsmen in the World Cup final, but he says they deserved it for being "too nice".30 Mar 12:56 AM
Cricket World CupIs McCullum retiring from ODIs?The future of captain Brendon McCullum will be a hot button topic as NZ reassess their one-day planning in the wake of last night's World Cup final loss to Australia.29 Mar 10:06 PM
Cricket World Cup'Do gooders get stuffed'Shane Warne has hit back at "do gooders" who have complained about his boozy questions during his player interviews after last night's World Cup final.29 Mar 07:41 PM
Cricket World CupSledging: 'Maybe there was something'Michael Clarke says none of his players overstepped the mark, but admits "you cop as good as you give".29 Mar 06:43 PM
Cricket World CupThree questions: The key moment?Dylan Cleaver, Andrew Alderson and David Leggat answer three key questions following New Zealand's seven wicket loss to Australia in last night's World Cup final.29 Mar 05:12 PM
OpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: Final first time all top three struggleThe World Cup final was the first time at least one of New Zealand's top three batsmen had failed to get past 38 at the tournament.29 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionDylan CleaverDylan Cleaver: One over and Starc sets tone for Black Caps inningsLife can get pretty tough when you're a talisman and you're having one of those days when you just can't "talis".29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupEx-cop happy to keep team on a leashIn a former life Black Caps manager Mike Sandle used police dogs to control wrong-doers.29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCricket World Cup: Road to the finalFrom pool play to semifinal, the Black Caps’ bowling attack and inspired batting led to the heart-in-mouth win over South Africa.29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupElliott had final word against doubtersGrant Elliott could scarcely have done more to put the nay-sayers in their place at the World Cup.29 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJamie MortonJamie Morton: 55 hours and $9700 for great cricket vibesA Kiwi expat who confirmed himself as one of the planet's staunchest Black Caps fans with a 55-hour round-trip from London to Melbourne had no regrets last night about embarking on his monster....29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupThe 'empire' struck back, and then someAustralia got their revenge for Eden Park loss, steamrolling a Black Caps side that was unable to truly compete.29 Mar 10:56 AM
New ZealandTense times for NZ fansA tense atmosphere has settled over the fanzone in central Auckland as early wickets fell for the Black Caps in the Cricket World Cup final today.29 Mar 07:41 AM
Cricket World CupLast World Cup ODI won't be emotionalHaving confirmed his retirement from one-day cricket, Australian skipper Michael Clarke then poo-poohed any notion that it would add extra resonance to today's occasion for his team.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionBrendon McCullum: 'Make no mistake, we're playing for you'Brendon McCullum writes: Our team has received incredible support and it’s this sense of belonging that we take into the final today. Our motivation is to play for you.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionDylan CleaverDylan Cleaver: G mate, our cups are over-flowingKia Ora - just to avoid confusion, that's a common greeting on this side of the Tasman.28 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWish granted for lucky coupleAucklander Paddy Singe and his wife, Anne, will be among the 100,000-strong crowd at the MCG for today's Cup final - a last-minute present for the couple's 34th wedding anniversary.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: Excited Black Caps fans surge backThis New Zealand cricket team is our GOAT, the Greatest Of All Time.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJeremy Wells: It's only the thrill of bat meeting ball - opposites attractI fell in love with cricket when I was 6. Weirdly, I remember the exact place it happened - Melbourne, February 13, 1983.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Black CapsJust don't call it a victory parade ...The Auckland Council is planning a World Cup homecoming for the Black Caps - just don't call it a victory parade.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJack Tame: I'll still be a super proud Kiwi whether the Black Caps win or loseGrandma was on the floor with that smiling-but-slightly-bewildered expression. And still wearing the Santa hat.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionRichard Hinds: Welcome to our friendly ground for the Big BoysDearest Kiwi neighbours - sincere congratulations on the wonderful success of your all-conquering cricket team.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan: When will I be a Kiwi?Heather du Plessis-Allan wonders: At what abstract point do we decide an immigrant has earned the right to call him or herself a New Zealander?28 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupA brilliant leader in his fieldA quick google of the words 'Brendon McCullum' yesterday unveiled a gem.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupBlack Caps to win more trophy matchesMore regular Chappel-Hadlee Trophy cricket against Australia is in the pipeline.28 Mar 04:00 PM
