Top Herald rugby scribes Wynne Gray and Gregor Paul take the early Super rugby form and translate it into International selection as the players look to catch the coaches eye.

The Porsche Carrera Cup series will be on-track this weekend as part of the Grand Prix meeting at Albert Park in Adelaide. Two-time Bathurst winner Steven Richards will be one of the favourites against a host of Porsche and former V8 stars.

Fast bowler Doug Bracewell has not recovered in time from his foot injury to be considered for the second ANZ Test against England starting in Wellington on Thursday. The 22-year-old missed the first test in Dunedin, after initially being named in the squad, and has now been ruled out of this week's Test at the Basin Reserve. The Black Caps squad of 13 named for the Dunedin test is unchanged with Ian Butler remaining in place of Bracewell. Head coach Mike Hesson said he has rewarded the squad that delivered such a strong performance against the second ranked Test side in the world.

Highlanders forward Joe Wheeler, caught in the showers at team headquarters, tells ODT rugby columnist Paul Dwyer about the funniest thing he's seen on the field, his favourite fast food, and what lies under team-mate Liam Coltman's beard.

New Zealand can consider themselves moral victors after the first test draw against England. The world's eighth ranked team exceeded expectations by dominating more than they were dominated against by the second best team. The onus goes on them to sustain that form when the second ANZ test starts in Wellington on Thursday. New Zealand have won only one series in 17 against England at home; further such history can be made.

Blues 21 Bulls 28 Blues Head Coach Sir John Kirwan said 'it was our worst performance so far this season'. But with the competition only in the early stages & with 11 points already things weren't all bad. The Blues look forward to a bye next weekend before facing the Waratahs.

Black Caps century maker Hamish Rutherford talks to the media after his debut 171 runs against England in Dunedin.

Wagner picked up opener Alastair Cook's wicket with what he described as a wide half-tracker. Cook whacked it straight to Hamish Rutherford, though. The next delivery was a beauty and definitely part of the plan. If you are going to get Kevin Pietersen's wicket, then your best chance is to strike early. Wagner speared in a full delivery which swung and trapped the classy right-hander in front for a first-ball duck.

Over 2,000 spectators flocked into Gorge Road Jump Park for the second Red Bull Roast It competition. Forty-five riders from around the globe all vied for the top honours, treating the crowd to a BMX dirt-riding spectacle. Check out the action from the event!

Giant Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Irfan crashes into a Kid while trying to save a boundary in their T20 match against South Africa. Video / Youtube: Cricish

Herald cricket scribes David Leggat and Andrew Alderson give their expert opinion on the upcoming first test between the Black Caps and England in Dunedin.

Former Australian pace bowler Merv Hughes took a top catch in the crowd off a David Warner six against India.

English fast bowler Steven Finn and Black Caps Tim Southee give their teams thoughts as they both prepare for the Test match in Dunedin.

New Zealand manager Mike Sandle, who only arrived in Dunedin today ahead of the first test against England starting on Wednesday, said Bracewell would undergo a fitness test tomorrow. Bracewell has a foot injury, apparently from cleaning up cut glass following a party at his home in Napier at the weekend.

Over 2,000 eager spectators flocked to Frew Farm to witness an unbelievable display of two-wheel madness. This year the weather co-operated and the true potential of this unique event was finally brought to life.

Tucked in the lush hills of Southern New Zealand lies the Frew brothers Farm. Normally the scene of aimlessly wandering sheep, Red Bull Farm jam transforms the land into the ultimate freestyle venue complete with FMX track and a jump line for MTB freeride and BMX. Top riders from across the globe flocked to this far flung corner of the Earth to put on an amazing show and the best Farm Jam to date.

The world's best bowl skaters descended on Wellingtons iconic Waitangi Park in New Zealand, competing in one of the most prestigious skate events of the year, Vans Bowl-A-Rama.

Referee Steve Walsh pushes aside Conrad Smith during the Hurricanes 18-12 loss to the Reds on Friday night. Video / Youtube: GorillaRugbyshow

Lionel Messi tries his luck at cricket in a new television advertisement. Video / Youtube: HerbalifeINTL

Kiwi and Lockwood Racing driver Fabian Coulthard talks about the challenges of the new V8 Supercars season which begins this week.

New Zealand solo speedway champion Jason Bunyan gets another chance to pit his skills against the world's best riders at the opening round of the 2013 FIM Speedway Grand Prix world series. The world speedway circus made its first appearance last year at Western Springs, and again will take to the track for the 2013 Buckley Systems New Zealand FIM Speedway Grand Prix, on Saturday, March 23.

Herald Rugby scribes Gregor Paul (Herald on Sunday) and APNZ Sports reporter Patrick McKendry look ahead to round two in Super Rugby with an eye towards the Eden Park clash between the Blues and Crusaders.

The roar of race cars this weekend on the streets of Adelaide will not be limited to the V8 Supercars in the Clipsal 500. After winning the Bathurst 12 Hour Erebus Motorsport will be out to repeat that effort with a former Formula 1 driver drafted in to drive one of the best looking cars in racing.

Three players are in line to win their first test cap when New Zealand face England in the opening match of the three-game series in Dunedin next month. Opener Hamish Rutherford, fellow lefthander Tom Latham and Auckland spinner Bruce Martin have been named in a group of 12 players, with one to be added, to prepare for the test starting at University Oval on March 6.

New Zealand's nose-dive to 11 for three in the eighth over was the key moment which ended hopes of consecutive one-day international series victories after the inaugural triumph in South Africa. he New Zealand batsmen did warrant some sympathy. The relentless line and length from England's bowlers was reinforced by fielders not missing balls or dropping catches. It was suffocation

The Herald cricket team of David Leggat and Andrew Alderson review the current England tour of New Zealand and look ahead to the deciding ODI at Eden park, all with an eye towards the looming Test series.

Ross Taylor's century against England in Napier may have seemed like the former skipper announcing himself back into the New Zealand setup, after sitting out the South African tour in December-January. However the former skipper reckons he's never left it. Taylor's even 100, his seventh ODI century, was his best innings by far since coming back into the national team after losing the leadership.

Pushing the boundaries of a normal skydive, Chuck Berry jumps out of a helicopter with a Red Bull event tent at the New Zealand International Air Show!

Two of motorsport's promising young guns have been confirmed as team-mates in a brand new team in the Dunlop V8 Series. The pair of 17-year-olds have the racing credentials and a team boss willing to take them all the way starting next week on the streets of Adelaide.

An amazing behind-the-back table tennis winner from the ITTF Kuwait Open. Video / Youtube: Videolandmarks