Cricket World CupRun machine Smith formidable weaponIf there's one player New Zealand need to be wary of, among a phalanx of top quality cricketers in the Australian team tomorrow, it could be Steven Smith.27 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupLatest Kiwi hero avoids the spotlightWhen you hit the best fast bowler in the world for six to reach the World Cup final, you're going to have to answer some questions.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAdams family's big cricket showdownFormer Black Cap Andre Adams will be in the midst of a family rivalry for the ages today as the Black Caps take on the West Indies in their quarter final for the Cricket World Cup.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe maestro of the Black CapsHe's the quiet but firm thinker driving the revival of our national cricket team. And yes, he could play a bit too, New Zealand coach Mike Hesson tells Steve Deane.20 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionKyle Mills: Some wisdom for the bowlersThis World Cup hasn't played out in the way Kyle Mills hoped on a personal level but it doesn't mean he doesn't have a role to play.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupBlack Caps vs West Indies: What if...?Andrew Alderson looks at how New Zealand might adapt to six tricky scenarios in today’s quarter-final against the West Indies.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupGayle a force to be reckoned withWith a penchant for parties, smashing sixes, wearing sunglasses while bowling and generally doing whatever he pleases, Chris Gayle is a cool customer.20 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionDavid LeggatDavid Leggat: Referral may have averted row over no ballBangladesh intend lodging an "official" complaint over an umpiring decision in their quarter-final loss to India on Thursday night.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupWorld Cup: Australia safely throughAustralia are safely through to the World Cup semifinals but not without a serious scare from Pakistan at Adelaide Oval last night.20 Mar 11:22 AM
Cricket World CupSouth Africa break knockout barrierProteas now face either New Zealand or the West Indies in the first semifinal in Auckland next Tuesday.18 Mar 05:00 PM
Cricket World CupVettori forecast for success at Cake TinDaniel Vettori has enjoyed continued success in the capital, extending back to the ground's debut in January 2000.18 Mar 04:00 PM
Black CapsNZ set 289 to winBangladesh have set the Black Caps 289 to win at Seddon Park in Hamilton.13 Mar 04:42 AM
New ZealandWhat is NZ's biggest cricket-watching city?Napier is New Zealand's most prolific cricket-watching city during the Cricket World Cup, according to figures compiled by Statistics New Zealand.11 Mar 03:28 AM
Cricket World CupACC boys back by popular demandThe Alternative Commentary Collective have been given back their voices - though from a distance.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFeast of orange, white and greenColour, culture and cricket wound into one at the India versus Ireland Cricket World Cup match in Hamilton yesterday.10 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCricket: Do Ireland deserve test status?Ireland have provided a resilient presence despite being an ICC "associate member". They are on the cusp of pressing beyond that frontier.10 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionTony Blain: Minnows not only sufferers from batting butcheryOn several occasions it has seemed as if it's not a fair fight when, armed with only a small white sphere, the unfortunate bowler ran in to confront his executioner, writes Tony Blain.09 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCWC: Prepared for all outcomesNot so long ago, the talk was of New Zealand, South Africa and Australia in terms of who would be making a big push for the World Cup.09 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCricket World Cup: Middle must deliverThe rule of thumb in Napier is bat first every time on the best batting strip in the country. But Afghanistan's stronger suit is their bowling by some distance, writes David Leggat.07 Mar 04:30 PM
Cricket World CupAustralian quick loses fitness battleAustralian paceman Pat Cummins will miss today's crucial match with Sri Lanka because of the side injury he picked up in last weekend's defeat to New Zealand.07 Mar 04:30 PM
Cricket World CupCWC: Cup more than a one-day wonderOne-day internationals have donned their best suit, had a haircut and brushed off their CV in a bid for future employment as a credible cricketing format, writes Andrew Alderson.07 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupMunro gives side fighting chanceA run-a-ball century from hard-hitting Colin Munro left Auckland well-positioned to push for victory on the final day of their Plunket Shield clash with Canterbury today.03 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionDylan CleaverDylan Cleaver at the Cricket World Cup: Even the stinkers are goodThe ICC, unwittingly, might have stumbled upon the magic algorithm that lifts a tournament from the mundane to the spectacular.03 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupNZ climb up ODI rankingsNew Zealand's strong performances in the World Cup are reflected in the latest ODI rankings.03 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCWC: Brittle middle order exposedNew Zealand coach Mike Hesson faces a selection conundrum leading into what should be New Zealand's least challenging assignment of Cricket World Cup pool play - Afghanistan.02 Mar 04:30 PM
Cricket World CupFine form spurs rush for ticketsThe Black Caps' pulsating form in the Cricket World Cup is sparking a surge of ticket sales, and some seats are still available for New Zealand's next outing.01 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue at the Cricket World Cup: Brendon McCullum has proved himself his wayBrendon McCullum's late-career surge has been so extraordinary that he now stands alongside Sir Richard Hadlee for his impact on cricket in this country, writes Chris Rattue.01 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionMark Greatbatch at the Cricket World Cup: Performance shows Daniel Vettori at top of his gameThe quality of swing bowling has been the outstanding feature of this World Cup. And the best examples of that so far came at Eden Park on Saturday, writes Mark Greatbach.01 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCWC: Starc reminder about left swingersThe Eden Park thriller on Saturday saw two world-class southpaw seamers producing high art with the ball.01 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCWC: Black Caps back to businessA day or two to reflect on their part in one of the most stunning of all conclusions to a World Cup match, then back to business for New Zealand.01 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupNZ v Oz: How the odds fluctuatedSaturday's heart-stopping Black Caps v Australia battle wasn't just the focus of tens of thousands at Eden Park and millions watching on TV.01 Mar 04:00 PM
