A decision will be made by the end of the week on whether all of NZ's "fragile five" will be fit for the Twenty20 world champs.

It's been a remarkable journey for Daniel Vettori who will start a test match for the 100th time tomorrow.

NZ's big-hitting Brendon McCullum could retire his wicketkeeping gloves as early as the end of the second Australia test.

The Black Caps will have to overcome their poor recent record at the Basin Reserve when the first test starts today.

Satisfied with increased security measures, Shane Bond will soon join his IPL side.

New Zealand climbed off the canvas to snatch a dead rubber victory against Australia in a controversy-packed Chappell-Hadlee Trophy one-day cricket finale tonight.

Can the Black Caps restore some pride with a win in today's 5th and final ODI at Westpac Stadium in Wellington?

nzherald.co.nz reporter Michael Dickison reports on the goings on from Seddon Park, with at least one supporter unhappy with NZ's score.

The Black Caps collapse to be all out for 245 in the third ODI in Hamilton. Follow the action live as Australia begin their run chase.

Don't expect any cooling in aggression when NZ and Aussie players clash in Auckland, writes David Leggat.

Cricketer Lou Vincent is looking for opportunities in England, but he wants to be considered for NZ's Twenty20 World Cup squad.

Brendan McCullum and Tim Southee seal a super win for the Black Caps in the second Twenty20 match in Christchurch.

The first Twenty20 match between NZ and Australia is underway in Wellington. Follow the action live.

NZ's summer begins in earnest this evening with the first Twenty20 match against Australia. Follow the action live from 7pm.