The Ukrainian Premier League kicked off it's 2012/13 season this weekend and produced one of the all-time great own goals... ever. Attempting to cut out a Chernomorets attack 30-yards from goal, the left-footed defender swiped the ball towards his own net, with his keeper unable to handle the ball because of the back-pass the ball incredibly flew high into the goalmouth.
Herald on Sunday sports writer Gregor Paul and The New Zealand Herald's Wynne Gray give expert opinion and analysis of former All Black Sir John Kirwan; who has been appointed as the new head coach of the Blues.
Te Arahi Maipi & Melodie Robinson debate three hot footy topics of the week, with the legendary judging panel of Stacey Jones and KT.
Round four of the 2012 Asia Pacific Rally Championship begins this weekend in Johor Baru, Malaysia. APC talks to: Per Gunnar Andersson (Sweden) Proton Motorsports Alister McRae (UK) Proton MotorsportsAkira Bamba (Japan) 2011 Junior Champion Mike Young (New Zealand) current Junior points leader.
Herald on Sunday sports writer Gregor Paul and The New Zealand Herald's Wynne Gray give expert opinion and analysis of the Auckland Blues global search for a new coach.
Sonny Bill Williams says honour is prompting him to leave the Chiefs and All Blacks for club rugby in Japan and that he would prefer not to. The 17-test All Black who is just starting to reach his potential as a rugby player following his league career, will leave for the Panasonic Wild Knights after his Chiefs commitments this year.
The International Olympic Committee has released an official hype video for the 2012 Summer Olympics set to the official song of this year’s Olympics, “Survival” by Muse.
Herald sports writers Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray give expert opinion and analysis of how Sonny Bill Williams future plans will affect the NZRU & his rugby game.
Te Arahi Maipi & Melodie Robinson debate three hot footy topics of the week, as the legendary judging panel of Stacey Jones, Buck Shelford & Tony Kemp decide who has the best argument.
They're both training up to seven days a week for hours at a time, have chosen their outfits and have had their noses bloodied - and they're ready for tomorrow night's fight.
Former Olympic swimmer Alison Fitch talks to Herald on Sunday sports journalist Andrew Alderson about being part of the London team's support staff, the prospects of New Zealand's swimmers and organizing a spot to watch her beloved Chiefs if they make the Super Rugby final.
After the weigh-in at Auckland's Sky City today before tomorrow's heavyweight bout at the same venue, Kiwi Cameron, who until now has been nonchalant in the face of American Barrett's provocation, finally let rip.
CAMPER takes the lead at Raz Cape in the early stages of the final leg of the Volvo Ocean Race from Lorient to Galway.
Te Arahi Maipi & Melodie Robinson debate three hot footy topics of the week. With the legendary judging panel of Stacey Jones, Buck Shelford & Tony Kemp deciding who makes the best point.
American Monte Barrett was in good spirits during a short gym session in downtown Auckland this morning, held to publicise next Thursday's heavyweight fight against New Zealander Cameron at the Sky City Convention Centre.
Filmed at 1000fps with the $250,000 Phantom Flex camera in Village Roadshow Studios on the Gold Coast, Australia, this shoot combines one of the world's best BMX riders, Kyle Baldock, throwing down a handful of incredible next level tricks to give an all new perspective of BMX. Following his dreams of being the best in BMX, Kyle has won multiple Dew Tour events and is regarded as one of the biggest threats to take home a gold medal at the X Games in Los Angeles.
Star class sailor "Kiwi Jim" Turner talks to Herald on Sunday sports journalist Andrew Alderson about going to his first Games, sailing in a field full of world champions, getting a New Zealand passport for the first time and learning the haka as a rite of passage.
Reaction from All Blacks players and management after their record breaking 60-0 win over Ireland at Waikato Stadium.
All Black captain Richie McCaw discusses his move to the No. 8 jersey and touches on team chemistry and pressures put on by the weather during a captain's run in Hamilton.
The Irish rugby team discuss last week's play and their tactics for this weekend's game at a conference held in conjunction with Ireland's captain's run.
Boil Up, the sport show with balls has three hot footy topics to debate. Te Arahi Maipi & Melodie Robinson go head to head as the two judges, Tony Kemp & guest stars decide who shall be the victor.
Join Eric Thompson form the New Zealand herald and motorsport expert Bob McMurray as they discuss the world of motorsport and especially F1 and the upcoming WRC Rally of New Zealand.
Herald sports writers Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray give expert opinion and analysis of the All Black selections from Steve Hansen, the new wingers in offer, and what chance are the Irish team to claim a victory against New Zealand after 107 years of effort.
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen kept his promise to alter his side for the third test against Ireland, but a couple of injuries have also forced his hand. Hansen has made six changes for the final test in Hamilton, with Dan Carter and Kieran Reid among those sitting out the dead rubber.
Piri Weepu has a slight injury cloud and keen for a start against the rampaging Irish while Aaron Cruden and Tamati Ellison are keen to break into the starting fifteen to prove their worth to Steve Hansen.
Join Ben Brown, Rafa Ortiz, Rush Sturges and Jared Meehan on an epic 35-day expedition that spans both islands of New Zealand. The team travels over 8000km, paddles for 24 days and descends 17 rivers, leading to the discovery of remote, new kayaking frontiers. The adventure is Red Bull Flow Hunters, a journey that bonds a team together, literally for their lives. This short clip offers a glimpse into what the Red Bull Flow Hunters Project is all about.
"You go into these places, and if you let your guard down for a second, that will kill ya". A 35 day adventure that spans both islands of New Zealand, sees the team travel over 8000km, paddle for 24 days and descend.
All Black Asst coach Ian Foster briefs the media from inside the camp in Hamilton as the team prepares for the 3rd match against the Irish, Andrew Hore tells how the All Black scrum 'crumbled'and has to improve for New Zealand to win.
Dan Carter has broken Irish hearts with a drop goal with 30 seconds remaining to give the All Blacks a 22-19 victory in a match coach Steve Hansen admitted his side shouldn't have won.
The New Zealand Herald motorsport correspondent Eric Thompson has a quickchat with World Production Rally Champ 2011 Hayden Paddon.
Line Of Sight is a rare view into underground bicycle messenger racing which has become a global phenomenon. For over a decade Lucas Brunelle has been riding with the fastest, most skilled urban cyclists around the world while capturing all the action with his customized helmet cameras to bring you along for the ride. This is bike riding like you've never seen before, in gripping first-person perspective through the most hectic city streets, on expressways in Mexico City, over the frozen Charles River, under the Mediterranean Sea, across the Great Wall of China and deep into the jungles of Guatemala.
It's on the edge sailing for CAMPER as they head deep into an intense low pressure system in the North Atlantic that promises to rocket them at speed in boat breaking conditions towards Lorient.
The Ireland rugby coach Declan Kidney explains that the current three match tour is new for his touring team and he also expects the All Blacks will improve by 15-20% for the second test match. Captain Brian O'Driscoll doesn't want second best this week, they are playing to win.
The heartiest sport show is back. Presenters Te Arahi Maipi & Melodie Robinson chew over three hot footy topics as the legendary judging panel of Stacey Jones, Tony Kemp & Buck Shelford decide who will be victorious.