Highlanders skipper Andrew Hore speaks to ODT rugby columnist Paul Dwyer about becoming a father, the toughest player he's ever faced, and his team's chances ahead of their clash with the Chiefs at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Friday.

The Super Rugby season has kicked off in Aussie, and the Kiwi teams are about to start. Herald Rugby experts Wynne Gray and Gregor Paul look ahead to the possible winners and losers.

New Blues captain Ali Williams and fellow All Blacks star Piri Weepu made a big splash with the fans at a family day at North Harbour stadium, both being 'good sorts' in braving the 'dunking' machine.

New Zealand cricket teams have always prided themselves on their fighting qualities. At times their has been a shortage of true class in their teams. But grit and resolve have been on hand to make New Zealand's reputation as a unit who will make opponents work for their success. That was one of the most pleasing parts of New Zealand's three-wicket win over England at Hamilton's Seddon Park last night, for captain Brendon McCullum.

McCullum's men were spanked by 10 wickets in the series-deciding Twenty20 match at Westpac Stadium in Wellington last night after their paltry total of 139-8 was easily overhauled by England in the 13th over.

One match each and the decider being played this evening, Black Caps skipper Brendon McCullum will bowl first if given the chance, and English paceman Steven Finn welcomes the Kiwis aggression in the field.

The most hilarious dive you are likely to see in the history of boxing. Video / Youtube: Jeremy Boniface.

Black Caps fast bowler Mitchell McClenaghan spoke to the media as the English and Kiwis traveled to Wellington to contest the deciding T20 match with the teams locked at one game all.

NZRU CEO Steve Tew welcomed representatives from NZ's five franchises to officially launch the start of the 2013 Super Rugby season. The Chiefs start as defending champions and with all eyes on the Auckland Blues' new coach John Kirwan.

Black Caps all rounder Ian Butler talks about the teams loss at Eden Park, and what the team needs to do to get back to winning matches.

Black Caps coach Mike Hesson and England player Luke Wright front the media as the two teams prepare for the second T20 international on Tuesday.

Brendon McCullum is looking forward to the Twenty20 against England at Eden Park - it's the opening match in his first home series as New Zealand skipper. With Ross Taylor back in the team - welcomed with open arms by McCullum, coach Mike Hesson and the rest of the team - the messy captaincy saga may finally have reached its conclusion.

Erebus Motorsport, the group bringing AMG Mercedes to V8 Supercars, will this weekend take on the Bathurst 12 Hour in a pair of exotic GT race cars. The two car effort features a mix of V8 Supercar talent and a German Mercedes legend.

An experienced cowboy was knocked unconscious and suffered possible spinal injuries at the Outram Rodeo yesterday. Cam Billing, of Te Awamutu, was airlifted by the Otago Regional Rescue Helicopter, after his horse reared in a stall as the gate opened for his ride in the open saddle bronc competition. "The horse reared and slammed him into the back of the chutes. It wasn't him getting bucked off that caused the injury. He was injured before he even came out," Fred Doherty, of the Outram Rodeo, said last night.

Watch the preview clip of the 2013 FIA World Rally Championship stop in Sweden, featuring drivers Sébastien Loeb, Mads Østberg, and Sébastien Ogier.

West Indian Kieron Pollard showcased his skills in the field and had the crowd on its feet as he claimed a sensational one-handed catch, leaping high to snag Australia's Glenn Maxwell on the rope. Video / Youtube: Woklakadu

Things get out of hand at a Rugby World Cup qualifier between Belgium and Georgia in Brussels. Players break into an onfield pitch battle during the game, starting a fight which traverses from one side of the pitch to the other. Two players receive red cards. For the record, Georgia ran out 17-13 victors. Video / Youtube: Benjamin B.

Ricardo Fernandes of Cypriot outfit Doxa Katakopias produces a simply stunning scorpion strike in his side’s 2-2 draw at Alki Lamaca.

A Russian basketball coach has the assist of the year as his team score a three pointer. Video / Youtube: 101greatgoalsfan2

Although she won in straight sets, today's quarterfinal wasn't all smooth sailing for Li Na - best exemplified by this crowd-endangering shanked serve. Video / Youtube: australianopentv

Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard was sent off today for a bizzare foul during their 0-0 draw with Swansea in the League Cup semi-final..

Black Cap Ronnie Hira suffers a freak injury during their match against South Africa yesterday. Video / Youtube: Sravya reddy.

Dinamo Minsk midfielder Nikita Korzun scores a stunning goal for Belarus Under-18s against Belgium with a terrific effort from his own half. Video / Youtube: Sportcanal99

A basketball fan performs a feat even more incredible than making a half-court shot for $1000. Video / Youtube: NBAShowtimeHD.

Peru goalie Angelo Campos made two amazing saves in quick succession against Uruguay.

The pressure’s definitely on Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid – and it is showing. Video / Youtube: HD sportsplus

Auckland City skipper Ivan Vicelich is hopeful All Whites legend Ryan Nelsen can remain available for New Zealand despite taking up the reigns of MLS outfit Toronto FC. Video / Auckland City FC media.

All White captain Ryan Nelsen speaks with GOLTV Canada following the press conference, announcing him as new head coach of the club. Video / Youtube: Torontofc

Kenyan runner Edwin Kipsang Rotich is tackled by a member of the public while competing in the 10km Kings Race in the Brazilian city of Cuiaba, on Sunday. Rotich maintains his lead and crosses the finish line in first place. Video / Youtube: Beanyman62sports