CricketWicket blitz reopens an old problemWith six more matches scheduled against Pakistan and seven with Sri Lanka, it's hard to imagine NZ being more match-hardened to contest the World Cup.09 Dec 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCricket: Time to move on from Ryder?This is the World Cup preliminary squad you weren't going to see. NZ Cricket originally intended the original group of 30 players to remain under wraps.08 Dec 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupNZ names World Cup squadNew Zealand Cricket has submitted its 30-man squad for World Cup. As expected, it doesn't include Otago opener Jesse Ryder.08 Dec 12:52 AM
CricketWhy grieve the death of a stranger?Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke choked back tears as he read a statement paying tribute to his teammate Philip Hughes.06 Dec 04:30 PM
CricketYardy's England career bowled overMark Yardy was in the England squad for the World Cup on the Subcontinent. But instead of enjoying it and rising to the challenge, he was locked in his hotel room.06 Dec 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Rescheduled game a test of characterThis stage of the year is usually one of great excitement for Australian cricketers.For the 11 men lucky enough to represent their nation, there should be the unique brand of nervous tension created by a home test series.05 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionDavid LeggatDavid Leggat: On the fast track to Cup successYou can argue the wisdom of playing a couple of no-account T20 internationals between New Zealand's test and ODI legs in the United Arab Emirates.05 Dec 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Captain Morgan hopes to find formEngland head Peter Moores has accepted the one-match ban on Alastair Cook and installed Eoin Morgan as England's captain for the fourth one-day international in Colombo. It will be Morgan's eighth match as captain.05 Dec 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: How Hughes hashtag beganMinutes after Phillip Hughes’ death last week, Paul Taylor took to Twitter and expressed his grief using the hashtag #PutOutYourBats04 Dec 04:21 AM
CricketSpecial report: Cricket's danger zoneHead and facial injuries in New Zealand cricket are increasingly rare but damage to the neck and vertebrae at the back of the head - the area where Australian batsman Phillip Hughes was fatally....03 Dec 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Ronchi makes most of shots to live dreamSeldom in international cricket does a player get a second chance to make a first impression, let alone a third.29 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketThursday's cricket test 'not right' - PontingRicky Ponting believes it will be a miracle if the first test starts on Thursday as planned, with Australian cricketers continuing to grieve the death of Phillip Hughes.29 Nov 12:06 AM
CricketTears flow for Phillip HughesThe cricketing world halted overnight to pay tribute to one of its own after the death of young Australian international batsman Phillip Hughes.27 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Talented Hughes in frame for test recallPhillip Hughes was a batsman so precociously talented he drew early comparisons with the legendary Sir Donald Bradman.27 Nov 04:00 PM
Black CapsChatfield recalls cricket ball traumaPhil Hughes faces a long road to recovery but New Zealand great Ewen Chatfield believes similar may be true for the bowler whose bouncer did the damage.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHelmet rule on cards after horrific hitJunior Kiwi cricketers could be forced to wear protective helmets after the head injury that has left Australian international batsman Phil Hughes fighting for his life.26 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: Deserved test encore for Daniel VettoriAt last Daniel Vettori looks set to give New Zealand test cricket fans an encore, writes Andrew Alderson.24 Nov 05:08 PM
CricketCricket: Ronchi likely to get test honoursLuke Ronchi's compelling form in the one-day team looks set to propel him into the test team to replace Jimmy Neesham for next week's third test in Sharjah.22 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Filling vacant spot order of dayCall it the drive for five or the fix for six.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Black CapsMcClenaghan bowls a bouncer at players lacking faith in NZAny New Zealand players who still have a lingering underdog feeling should spend some time with Mitchell McClenaghan.20 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketHome and away at the same time ... Pakistan cricket's toughest testFor New Zealand television viewers the sight of sparsely populated grounds in the United Arab Emirates has prompted concerns about how cricket survives in Pakistan.20 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketAhmed in Pakistan fightbackThe second test duel between Pakistan and New Zealand continued into the fourth day with the visitors making early progress with three wickets for 31 before Pakistan fought back.20 Nov 04:00 PM
Black CapsJesse Ryder returns for OtagoReluctant traveller Jesse Ryder is back in the Otago side for their T20 game against Canterbury tomorrow.19 Nov 02:34 AM
Black CapsCricket: Second straight ton for LathamTom Latham has played a compelling opening hand to deliver New Zealand first day honours at 243 for three in the second test against Pakistan.17 Nov 05:12 PM
Black CapsCricket: Scoreboard on first name termsThe scoreboard was on first name terms with 'Tom' and 'Kane' as the pair amassed 76 for the second wicket as part of New Zealand's 160 for two at tea on the opening day of the second test against Pakistan.17 Nov 11:08 AM
Black CapsCricket: McCullum wins crucial tossOperation Desert Strip began positively for the New Zealand cricketers tonight in the second test against Pakistan with captain Brendon McCullum and Tom Latham bringing contrasting elements to an opening partnership of 77.17 Nov 08:41 AM
CricketAble duo put positive spin on thingsNew Zealand's test spinning ranks are into their third year of the time classification known as PV (Post-Vettori) and off-spinner Mark Craig and leg-spinner Ish Sodhi are showing signs of promise.15 Nov 04:00 PM
