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
OpinionMark Richardson: Yes, they fell flat but I still have faithEven Richie McCaw has an off day and Dan Carter often takes a few games to find his form, so I'm not going to crucify the Blacks Caps for the abysmal showing against Pakistan.15 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketShut door on opener theoryLet's detonate a myth about Jesse Ryder. Contrary to the popular theory that he is the miracle cure to solve New Zealand's opening conundrum at the World Cup, he might serve better at No5.15 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketPakistan: Masters of adaptation and survivalChameleons, phoenixes, and in the most respectful possible way, cockroaches. Pakistan have no peer when it comes to adapting, rebuilding and surviving in international cricket.13 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: NZ locked in duel of witsPakistan’s decision not to enforce the follow-on was yet to pay dividends last night with no declaration made in the first session of the first test against New Zealand.12 Nov 08:26 AM
Cricket World CupCricket: Guptill hears the heatMartin Guptill can hardly help but hear the criticism when he fails at the batting crease.06 Nov 02:12 AM
CricketCricket: Freshness a benefit - BondShane Bond hopes New Zealand's freshness can work in their favour in their demanding series against Pakistan starting next Sunday.02 Nov 04:00 PM
Black CapsCricket: Damp end to seriesNew Zealand’s ODI series came to a damp end in Hamilton today.27 Oct 02:57 AM
Black CapsCricket: Ronchi relishing second chance at the creaseAs tempting as it may be, Luke Ronchi is resisting any thoughts he's a lock in New Zealand's one-day international side.25 Oct 04:00 PM
Black CapsBlack Caps crumble to defeatNew Zealand have crashed to another comprehensive defeat in today's second ODI against South Africa at Bay Oval.24 Oct 05:13 AM
Black CapsCricket: Vettori ready to prove his worthThe Black Caps will tomorrow begin their Cricket World Cup preparations at Tauranga's Bay Oval in the first of three one-day internationals against the Proteas.19 Oct 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Windies to regret leaving India earlyThe decision by the West Indies cricketers to abort their tour of India due to a pay dispute could cost the hosts at least $12.6 million per match for the remaining fixtures.18 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionDavid LeggatDavid Leggat: Ryder carving a path to World Cup squadA few weeks back, Mike Hesson made the point that the World Cup door was not shut on Jesse Ryder.17 Oct 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: De Villiers' focus lifting CupStrong personalities at the helm have characterised South African cricket since their return to international cricket in the early 90s.16 Oct 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Caravan of cricket tragics offer commentary with a spinCricket fans with a penchant for caravans and quirky observation rejoice - The Alternative Commentary Collective's cricket commentary returns when New Zealand take on South Africa at Mt Maunganui on Tuesday.16 Oct 04:00 PM
Cricket6 Things to watch: Black Caps v South AfricaWho should open when New Zealand start the cup against Sri Lanka in Christchurch? There appear to be four candidates - Martin Guptill, Tom Latham, Jimmy Neesham and Dean Brownlie.16 Oct 04:00 PM
SportCricket: New Zealand XI playing Scotland New Zealand cricketer Cory Anderson is looking forward to the Scottish challenge in Christchurch, getting their World Cup preparation off to a positive start. Watch14 Oct 06:49 AM
CricketCricket: Cook ridicules Pietersen's bullying claimsEngland captain Alastair Cook has broken his silence after revelations from Kevin Pietersen's autobiography to say the resulting furore has "tarnished" a successful era.12 Oct 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: New venue Springs to the foreWestern Springs is closer to becoming the home of cricket in the Queen City and, crucially, Auckland Cricket now support the idea.11 Oct 08:41 PM
New ZealandLucy's next job - help Iron ManLucy Lawless is heading back to the United States and straight back to work after two months of lending support to the Greens.20 Sep 05:30 PM
CricketCricket: Chanderpaul closes on Lara totalFor more than 20 years, Shivnarine Chanderpaul's routine has become as familiar as any in world cricket.18 Sep 05:00 PM
Cricket World CupCricket: More options for Cup tiltThe chance to earn a place in next year's World Cup squad has been a significant incentive if the New Zealand A cricket tour to England is any gauge.23 Aug 05:00 PM
Black CapsCricket: New Macca deal on cardsNew Zealand Cricket want Craig McMillan to continue as batting coach of the national side until the end of next year's World Cup.23 Aug 05:00 PM
