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Cricket: The new soldiers of fortune
In five years, when cricket's World Cup comes to New Zealand for the first time in 23 years, fans may well be grateful just to see New Zealand's top players.

Cricket: Wizards of willow, lords of leather
David Leggat profiles the five overseas players to watch in Twenty20.

<i>Chris Rattue:</i> Weakened Aussies were ripe for picking
Without Shane Bond and Iain O'Brien, the Black Caps can't take advantage of Australia's vulnerability says Chris Rattue.

Cricket: Heroics from Daniel, bye-bye from Shane
Andrew Alderson puts his front foot down the wicket to play through a year of on- and off-field dramas.

Cricket: Skipper cool on Watson's screams
West Indies skipper Chris Gayle hits back at Australian allrounder’s cringeful celebration.

Cricket: Vettori alongside legends
New Zealand's busy captain is flourishing in his roles as player, coach and selector.

Cricket: Showers wash away series dreams
Rain forces the third test to be called-off with NZ poised for a victory charge after a superb opening stand.

Cricket: O'Brien's late strike brings win into sight
New Zealanders rewarded after long day in the field.