New Zealand

New Zealand edge Ireland in thriller

New Zealand beat Ireland by four runs in a match that goes to the final ball at the Women's T20 World Cup.

Lewis, Prendergast fifties in vain as Melie magic helps NZ win a thriller

Melie struck twice in an over as Ireland, who were 116 for 1 at one stage chasing 141, fell short by four runs

NZ keep World Cup hopes alive with narrow win over Ireland

New Zealand are still in the mix for a semi-finals spot at the T20 World Cup after a thrilling four-run win over Ireland in Southampton.

Drops, disappointment and dismay - NZ's day to forget in the field

Defending champions New Zealand have a day to forget in the field in their opening match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, as they drop six chances against the West Indies, with…

New Zealand call up Young as Williamson's replacement for remaining two Tests

Young will arrive in England on Sunday and start training with the side from Monday

New Zealand call up Young after Williamson retirement

Will Young will replace New Zealand's record run-scorer Kane Williamson in the squad for the remaining two Tests in England.

Williamson ends New Zealand career during series with England

Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson - his country's all-time leading run-scorer - retires from all international cricket with immediate effect.

New Zealand great Kane Williamson retires from international cricket

New Zealand's most prolific run-scorer and arguably greatest-ever batsman announces immediate retirement.

China bans four New Zealand lawmakers over visit to Taiwan

China says the MPs' visit sends the 'wrong signals' to Taiwan's ruling party.

Latham relishes rare chance to hit England with full-strength seam attack

Matt Henry will lead the NZ fast bowling unit, which also includes Nathan Smith, Will O'Rourke, Blair Tickner and Zak Foulkes

The Braintree defender going to World Cup with New Zealand

Braintree Town defender Tommy Smith is looking forward to the "crowning glory of his career" at the World Cup with New Zealand.

NZ boosted by Santner's return for England Tests

New Zealand are boosted by the return of all-rounder Mitchell Santner for the Test series against England starting at Lord's on Thursday.

Documentary Emmys: HBO’s ‘Prime Minister’ Lands Top Prize; Nat Geo and Netflix Lead Winners List

“Prime Minister,” the HBO original documentary about popular New Zealand leader Jacinda Ardern, was named best documentary at Thursday’s Documentary Emmy Awards.…

NZ focusing solely on Ireland before England Tests

New Zealand captain Tom Latham says his side will "certainly not be taking Ireland lightly" as they prepare for the solitary Test between the sides, before a three-game series…

Surf competition halted after unknown sea creature bites photographer in 'scary' incident

A photographer has been bitten by a "shark or a sea lion" during the finals for a World Surf League (WSL) competition in New Zealand.  

New Zealand beat England in rain-affected to match to draw series

New Zealand beat England by 17-runs via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method in a rain-affected third One-Day International to draw the series.

NZ greats Devine and Tahuhu to retire after World Cup

All-rounder Sophie Devine and fast bowler Lea Tahuhu join Suzie Bates in confirming their retirement after this summer's T20 World Cup.

Bracewell used cocaine after day's County Championship play

Former New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has admitted using cocaine after the first day of Essex's final County Championship match last year.

New Zealand great Bates to retire from internationals

New Zealand all-rounder Suzie Bates will retire from international cricket after this year's Women's T20 World Cup, ending an illustrious 20-year career.

'Definitely No. 1' - Amelia Kerr 'fizzed' after record-breaking day

"There wasn't run-rate pressure through that middle phase of the game as she was flying," Amelia Kerr says of Isabella Gaze, who scored 68 in 48 balls in the chase

New Zealand footballers willing to play Iran World Cup match outside US

The teams are set to play on June 15 in Los Angeles, but Iran has threatened to boycott its matches due to the war.