From bicycle kicks to spectacular saves, the FIFA #WorldCup had it all. Relive the most exciting moments. courtesy Twitter/YouTube

Aspiring runners have the chance to pit their skills against Commonwealth Games gold medallists in a virtual duel of speed. In anticipation of the Glasgow Games, a converted container on Auckland's Halsey Wharf has been turned into a state-of-the-art virtual running track where wannabe John Walkers or Allison Roes can try to beat international running legends. Contestants test their speed on the track where each performance is captured using a series of motion sensors and digital cameras.

White House Press Secretary says that President Obama is a huge fan of NBA player LeBron James as he prepares to move back to Cleveland to play for the Cavaliers.

A good night's work led to a good night's kip for the Crusaders. They got their four-try victory and with it, the near certainty that the Sharks, who played overnight, couldn't knock them out of second place. It was a nice place for the Crusaders and nothing less than they deserved. Both teams are in the playoffs but only one looked like they should be. Only one looked like they have any hope of being a threat in the knock-out rounds.

Watch the tool-making New Caledonian crow play "crowball" and make some predictions for the World Cup. Courtesy: Alex Taylor

Kevin Hart, Steve Gordon and Nigel Yalden commentate as three streakers invade the turf at Waikato Stadium during the Chiefs and Hurricanes Super Rugby match. courtesy Red Fooliet/Sky Sports

Joseph Parker's power and speed was too much for Brian Minto, the American quitting on his stool after the seventh round for an impressive TKO victory for the South Aucklander. Minto was felled in that seventh round by Parker, the second time legitimately with 25 seconds remaining when he caught him with a right hand to the head.

Joseph Parker's power and speed was too much for Brian Minto, the American quitting on his stool after the seventh round for an impressive TKO victory for the South Aucklander. The victory improved the 22-year-old's record to nine victories with eight knockouts, but it was the manner in which it was achieved which will impress his camp and promoters Duco. His dream of a world title fight remains alive.

Lou Vincent talks to Newstalk ZB's Tony Veitch about his dealings with investigators over match fixing, whether his cricketing hero should go to jail and what the future holds for him and his partner Suzie.

Dylan Cleaver and Andrew Alderson give their opinion and analysis of the admission by former Black Cap Lou Vincent that he has match-fixed cricket games he played in.

Lou Vincent in 2014 became the first professional sportsman in New Zealand to be banned for life. "I have shamed my country. I have shamed my sport. I have shamed those close to me. For that I am not proud."

Herald rugby writers Gregor Paul & Wynne Gray give their expert opinion & analysis after the Blues surprised many with a convincing win away from home against the Force in Perth, but can they back it up with another victory this weekend in Christchurch against the Crusaders.

NZ Heavyweight Joseph Parker is back from Las Vegas in preparation for his biggest challenge yet. Brian Minto is well known as a tough opponent, having beaten Shane Cameron in a previous match up, Parker is looking forward to the challenge and is fit and ready to fight.

A video of Brazilian football fan Rafael Gambarim has gone viral after he was caught becoming so overcome with emotion while watching the host nation’s penalty shootout against Chile that he smashed his TV set. Courtesy: YouTube.com/TOP Vídeos

Racing began today on the River Neva in central St Petersburg for the 4th Act of the 2014 Extreme Sailing Series. Conditions were light & tricky with dangers aplenty for all of the teams.

Ahead of the highly-anticipated UFC® FIGHT NIGHT™ AUCKLAND: TE HUNA v MARQUARDT, stars of the UFC® met with the Vodafone Warriors in support of the Middlemore Foundation’s annual ‘Jammies in June’ campaign.

A stunning first half led the All Blacks to a 36-13 win over England, All Blacks skipper Richie McCaw and Coach Steve Hansen react to the series victroy. England coaches Stuart Lancaster and Andt Farrell lament lost chances in the three matches.

A stunning first half led the All Blacks to a 36-13 win over England, Cory Jane, Julian Savea, and Dane Coles recount how the victory was won post match.

Maradona in a TV advert for Brazilian online trading site Bom Negocio. Coutresy:

Frederic Fugen and Vincent Reffet, the skydiving duo otherwise known as Soul Flyers, achieved an exceptional and unique new feat, combining freeflying at high altitude and "mountain swooping" for Red Bull Skycombo. Courtesy: Red Bull

Last week Cory Jane says he forgot to bring his hands, the All Black wing explains his form and what he has to do for the third test against England.

New All Black centre Malakai Fekitoa is set to start for the All Blacks against England in Hamilton on Saturday, Coach Steve Hansen and fellow AB's Aaron Smith, Cory Jane, and Ben Smith tell of his talent and humble potential.

England is confident they can deliver a win in the third test Match against the All Blacks in Hamilton.

Malakai Fekitoa will make his starting debut for the All Blacks this weekend but that honour could have easily belonged to Beauden Barrett. Hansen is also trusting Fekitoa will make a difference in midfield on Saturday night.'Trust your instincts'

The Rugby Herald team of Gregor Paul and Nigel Yalden are in Hamilton at the All Black team naming and give their thoughts on the 3rd test against England and the changes to both teams.

England finally have some rugby reward in New Zealand. After two narrow test defeats, on a night when they also shed injured five-eighths Owen Farrell from the tour, the midweek men pumped the Crusaders in Christchurch.

All Blacks centre Conrad Smith will miss the third test against England and is in doubt for the remainder of the Super Rugby season after breaking a bone in his hand. Richie McCaw and Steve Hansen front the Hamilton media as they look to continue to 'make things tough for England.

A security guard who came under fire yesterday for the hard-hitting tackle of a streaker during Saturday night's All Blacks game acted quickly to prevent disruption on the pitch, Forsyth Barr Stadium chief executive Terry Davies spoke to media about that tackle.

England coached Andy Farrel and Stuart Lancaster lament the critical decision making that let the All Blacks dominate the third quarter of Dunedin's second test match.