Black CapsWhat's the McLean Park solution?McLean Park may need to be re-turfed to remove old grass root matter clogging the soil and preventing the ground from drying.03 Feb 03:02 AM
SportKicked out for starting a Mexican wave?Spectators at McLean Park were allegedly removed from the ground for attempting to start a Mexican wave while waiting for the abandoned ODI to begin.02 Feb 09:50 PM
Black CapsIs that a super-sopper or a sponge?The farce of the abandoned McLean Park one-day cricket international between Australia and New Zealand yesterday produced no winners.02 Feb 07:49 PM
Black CapsIsh Sodhi called into Black Caps squadIsh Sodhi has been called into the New Zealand squad for the third match of the Chappell-Hadlee one-day international series against 02 Feb 07:41 PM
Black CapsNeil Wagner fractures fingerBlack Caps pace bowler Neil Wagner is in doubt for the upcoming test series against South Africa after fracturing his left ring finger. Wagner 02 Feb 05:03 PM
SportAbandoned ODI perplexes crowdFans and players left bemused as rain ceased but McLean Park remained unplayable. This third abandoned ODI in little more than three years has sparked calls for an 'urgent' independent review02 Feb 04:00 PM
SportReview after match called offNapier City Council and NZ Cricket to take urgent action after second Chappell-Hadlee one-day international was abandoned today.02 Feb 08:56 AM
Black CapsCricket farce: 'We are classing the review as urgent'Farcical scenes pervaded McLean Park today as the match was abandoned due to the appalling outfield drainage. Now the The Napier City Council appears ready to act.02 Feb 08:04 AM
SportNZHF - Laura McGoldrick Cricket UpdateLaura McGoldrick delivers the latest cricket news from Napier. Watch02 Feb 12:10 AM
SportAussie cult hero blasts maiden centuryMickey Edwards just can't escape the spotlight. The blonde-haired giant utterly stole the show on day five at the SCG Test early 01 Feb 06:56 PM
SportCricket: Santner set to adapt his approach and thriveMitchell Santner, the 24-year-old has made steady bowling advancements over a Black Caps career which began in June 2015 against England.01 Feb 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Thrilling finish in Ford TrophyJust one point separates the top four on the Ford Trophy ladder after a thrilling finish highlighted today's round.01 Feb 07:03 AM
Black CapsCricket: Australian captain heading homeMatthew Wade, unable to take part in training beyond walking laps of McLean Park, will return to Australia for treatment.01 Feb 03:50 AM
Black CapsBrownlie set to open for Black CapsDean Brownlie looks set to renew his one-day international cricket career for New Zealand in the second Chappell-Hadlee match.01 Feb 03:13 AM
SportCricket: Snedden relives 'under-arm' dramaWhile the world concentrated on one of cricket's most notorious acts, another all but slipped through history's cracks.01 Feb 02:17 AM
Black CapsSecond ODI Taylor-made for a big scoreIf the Black Caps are going to get across the line and take the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy back off Australia tomorrow, don't be surprised 01 Feb 01:53 AM
SportBlack Caps and Aussies re-enact The UnderarmBlack Caps and Aussies re-enact The UnderarmWatch31 Jan 11:25 PM
Black CapsNZ, Aussies re-enact the underarmMcLean Park has been the backdrop to reminisce about one of cricket's greatest travesties.31 Jan 11:24 PM
SportStadium food is no choking matterReaders to respond to the Eden Park debacle, and more thoughts on the cricket and the Federer-Nadal debate cross-examined.31 Jan 10:08 PM
Black CapsBig dry tests McLean Park crewFor Phil Stoyanoff, preparing a pitch for tomorrow's Black Caps v Australia ODI has been "from one extreme to the other".31 Jan 06:55 PM
SportAndre Russell banned for a yearWest Indies allrounder Andre Russell has been banned for from cricket for one year, according to reports.31 Jan 04:38 PM
Black CapsDuo delivers as NZ selectors rolled the diceIn the wake of the Australian Marcus Stoinis' batting blitz, it's easy to forget two key selection tactics helped orchestrate New Zealand's opening six-run Chappell-Hadlee Trophy victory.31 Jan 04:00 PM
Black CapsNZ stay on straight course to series winGuptill's out with hamstring tightness as both teams are forced to adjust in Napier.31 Jan 04:00 PM
Sport'Astounding': Greats shred Aussie debacleIn the wake of Australia's dramatic loss, cricket fans were probably wondering: "Who is Marcus Stoinis?" - but Aussie greats have been questioning another selection.31 Jan 06:05 AM
Black CapsGuptill ruled out of second ODIBlack Caps opener Martin Guptill has been ruled out of Thursday's second ODI of the Chappell-Hadlee series in Napier with a hamstring injury.31 Jan 02:33 AM
SportEden Park shocker saved ... againThe game was great but the venue's shortcomings exposed once again, writes Dylan Cleaver.31 Jan 01:28 AM
Black Caps'We just beat the best in the world, we're doing ok'Mike Hesson felt his bowlers' pain was a fair compromise for beating the world's No.1 one-day international side.31 Jan 12:26 AM
SportFive streakers who came to griefA streaker at the Black Caps v Australia cricket match last night escaped a fine and was let off with a warning. These five nudie runners weren't so lucky.30 Jan 11:41 PM
SportLatham and Broom handle the extra responsibilityIn the wake of the Australian Marcus Stoinis' batting blitz, it's easy to forget two recent selection elements helped orchestrate 30 Jan 11:30 PM
SportEden Park streaker escapes $5k fineThe man who ran naked across Eden Park during yesterday's ODI between New Zealand and Australia has escaped a fine, according to reports.30 Jan 08:47 PM
Black CapsFeeling sorry for an Aussie? Surely notDion Nash was one of New Zealand's most combative cricketers...but even he was almost rooting for Australian Marcus Stoinis.30 Jan 08:16 PM
SportWhere does the Stoinis knock rank?Marcus Stoinis' 146 not out at Eden Park yesterday has been described as the finest ODI knock seen at the Auckland ground. From the 30 Jan 06:57 PM
Black CapsListen: 'A classic old school streaker'Maybe it was a premonition of the Australian cricket side falling at the last hurdle.30 Jan 06:23 PM
Black CapsFinest ODI innings Eden Park has seenMarcus Stoinis' sensational unbeaten 146 stands as arguably the finest exhibition of ODI hitting on Eden Park.30 Jan 04:08 PM