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Are the All Blacks bound for Qatar? Nations Championship concept takes shape

NZR boss doesn't confirm but certainly doesn't deny a potential trip to cash in on the Middle East's expanding sporting investment.

End of an era: are LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry finished as champions?

Cricketer Josh Baker, 20, was found dead in his flat by a friend

Josh Baker, a talented Worcestershire spinner, had been playing in his county's second XI just yesterday, and was due back on the field in Bromsgrove today.

Netball: Knee injury expected to keep star shooter Grace Nweke out of round four

The Northern Mystics expect to be without Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke this weekend, with the star shooter nursing a knee injury.

Phoenix fear no one in A-League play-offs

Wellington Phoenix's David Dome says his side fears no one going into the A-League men's play-offs.

World Rugby considers Qatar as controversial host of new Nations Championship format

The Middle East nation was severely criticised over its human rights shortcomings during the Football World Cup.

'Definitely nerves': Wales centurion Halfpenny eyes long-awaited debut for Crusaders

The 35-year-old will be the sixth-oldest debutant in the history of the competition.

'Very appreciative': All Blacks nudge Crusaders towards Havili's first-five selection against Reds

The talented utility has already played at fullback and midfield for the national team.

Hurricanes star Roigard targets All Blacks return from season-ending knee injury

The halfback seemed destined to claim the black No.9 jersey this year.

Phoenix fired up after missing out on minor premiership

Sam Sutton looms as a key figure in the Phoenix's finals run.

F1 to sell 10,000 "backpacker" tickets for 2024 Las Vegas GP

Formula 1 has altered its approach to ticket sales for the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix, issuing 10,000 “backpacker” tickets in a bid to attract "a wider variety of fans".

The tragic death of future Bundesliga star Junior Malanda

Lawyers for teen suing NBA star Ja Morant over a fight during a pickup game withdraw from the case

Lawyers for teen suing NBA star Ja Morant over a fight during a pickup game withdraw from the case - A Tennessee judge has ruled that lawyers for a teenager who is suing two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant over a fight during an offseason pickup game can withdraw from the case after citing irreconcilable conflicts with their client

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster - Klopp offered ‘a little advice from an old man on the way out’ as he criticised the way TV companies schedule fixtures

Late try earns NZ draw against South Africa in appalling conditions at U20 rugby championship

The opening match of the inaugural competition was played amid a deluge of rain on the Sunshine Coast.

Inaugural Rotorua Marathon winner takes home a suitcase and a barometer

Dave Heine will return to the Rotorua marathon this weekend with the event a far cry from when he won the inaugural race in 1965.

'Trying not to get emotional': Highlanders' Tongan stars brace for historic return to Nuku'alofa

Prop Saula Ma'u and halfback Folau Fakatava have already been inundated with family requests for tickets.

Cricket world shocked by death of Worcestershire's 20-year-old Josh Baker

Phoenix put A-League premiership disappointment behind to chase bigger target

Wellington watched Central Coast Mariners clinch the regular season crown in the last game of the schedule.

Nyika set for career defining fight

David Nyika says he is in the best condition of his career ahead of his biggest fight to date.

'100 percent ready to go': Blues forward Suafoa eyes return against Rebels after cancer scare

The Māori All Black was diagnosed with high grade sarcoma last November.

Spurs boss speechless as Chelsea batter London rivals in 2-0 thriller

Spurs gaffer Ange Postecoglou did not have much to say after his side got battered by London rivals Chelsea. On the sidelines Postecoglou raged at plays for awful start to match.

Black Ferns book blockbuster test against archrivals England Roses at Twickenham

The stadium capacity of 82,000 would smash the world record crowd for women' rugby.

Mark Clattenburg resigns in wake of Nottingham Forest VAR controversy

Mark Clattenburg resigns in wake of Nottingham Forest VAR controversy - Clattenburg has walked away while the Premier League and Football Association investigate Forest’s extraordinary statement accusing VAR Stuart Attwell of bias

How Fittipaldi helped guide Senna on his path to F1 glory

Twice a Formula 1 world champion and Indianapolis 500 winner, Emerson Fittipaldi was a guiding light for a young Ayrton Senna and later became one of his closest friends in racing. Senna tested his IndyCar, and even shared a set-up tip that helped Emmo win at Detroit

Blues grind down Rebels to set up Super Rugby Pacific top-of-table showdown with Hurricanes

Winger Mark Tele'a and lock Sam Darry both had try doubles at Melbourne.

NZ Rugby celebrates 'significant' increase in Super Rugby Pacific viewership

The numbers aren't as encouraging when it comes to fan attendance.

Hurricanes whallop Waratahs in Wellington

The Hurricanes have scored a dominant victory over the Waratahs in Wellington.

NRL considers divisive kickoff rule changes to reduce concussion risk in collision

Players and administrators protest that impact is an accepted part of the spectacle.

Jurgen Klopp attacks English football and 'overworked' Premier League

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp launched a lengthy attack on the state of English football after claiming the Premier League is 'overworked not overrated'.

Alonso: Newey exit doesn't mean Red Bull F1 team is imploding

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso doesn't believe Adrian Newey leaving Red Bull is a sign of Formula 1's dominant team imploding.

Demetriou sacked by Rabbitohs after horror start to 2024 NRL season

Veteran coach Wayne Bennett has been rumoured to take over the club in 2025.

Hurricanes rebound from first Super Rugby defeat with resounding win over Waratahs

Winger Salesi Rayasi had a try double, as the Wellington side retained their lead atop the competition table.

New York Mets fan removed from stadium because people kept throwing hot dogs at him

New York Mets fan removed from stadium because people kept throwing hot dogs at him - The man was seen encouraging fans to toss the $1 ‘dogs his way

Young Stars align as defections, injuries, maternity leave rock ANZ Premiership campaign

The two-time runners-up are still chasing their first win of the season.

Football Ferns Stott, Fraser voted onto A-League Women's Team of Season

Defender Rebekah Stott makes her second appearance in the all-star selection.

Russell: Mercedes F1 team won’t be burned by “reaching for the stars” again

George Russell says Mercedes will not repeat the mistake it made in China of trying to “reach for the stars” with Formula 1’s new sprint race format.

Bailley Unahi’s Paralympic goals: 'I couldn't ask for a better lifestyle'

She has just returned from three months in Europe, honing her talent in the paraskiing sit-ski discipline.

Milestone for New Zealand cyclist on world stage

Auckland professional rider Dion Smith becomes just the eighth New Zealander to compete in all three cycling Grand Tours when the Giro d'Italia begins in Turin this weekend.

Unexpected Black Ferns call-up puts scare through rookie King's family

The Hurricanes Poua first-five was minding the farm, when she got the call.

How athletes are smashing records in a NASA-inspired 'super-material'

The NASA-inspired 'super-material' is developed by Rheon Labs, and has already helped a number of athletes including Alexander Munyao and Tamirat Tola to break records.

Ricciardo: No point in talking to unapologetic Stroll over China F1 clash

Daniel Ricciardo says Lance Stroll hasn't cleared the air with him over their Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix clash, but suggested there is little point if Stroll isn't actually sorry.

Mariners clinch A-League premiership, deprive Phoenix with win over Adelaide

The Wellington side needed their rivals to lose their final game to snatch the regular season crown.

Breakers confirm addition of former NBA forward Bolden for 2024/25 ANBL

The Australian-born big man was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers in 2017.

'Only see it as positive': NZ Rugby boss Robinson denies All Blacks tampering in Super Rugby

New national coach Scott Robertson has influenced the selection of his old Crusaders team.

The horrible accident that killed Spanish world champion Isaac Gálvez López

Newest Mystics defender learning from the best

The Mystics newest defender Catherine Hall says she's in a good place to be learning on and off the court as she juggles a fledgling netball career with a degree in medicine.

Five key moments that cost the Phoenix their first ever trophy

Opinion - It seems preposterous to take a negative look at the Phoenix's season so far, but it's hard not to consider some pivotal moments, Mathew Nash writes.

Black Ferns Sevens progress to Singapore quarter-finals, All Blacks Sevens fall to Argentina

The The NZ men now face a must-win match against Australia on day two.

Hurricanes hooking stocks thin as team's defence in the spotlight

Coach Clark Laidlaw is demanding his team responds after last week's "poor performance".