PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'Tests like this don't come around often': Southee ranks thrilling win as favouriteHours after a titanic duel, players from both teams shared a beer, a yarn and a kickabout.28 Feb 06:45 AM
Black Caps'We just kept fighting': Neil Wagner on Black Caps' one-run winThe veteran bowler inspired New Zealand to an 'unfathomable' victory over England.28 Feb 05:10 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'Frustrated' Williamson still sees hope despite shock dismissalA player with eight first-class wickets in 61 matches claimed the scalp of a true great.27 Feb 05:26 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsAndrew Alderson: Another masterclass confirms Williamson’s immortalityKane Williamson's ton reminded of when the world first saw his grit at the same venue.27 Feb 07:03 AM
Black CapsEngland edge towards victory despite Williamson's best effortsThe tourists will begin the fifth day of the second test trailing by 210 runs.27 Feb 05:37 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'You just never know': Latham and Black Caps eye unlikely winNew Zealand will be aiming to become the fourth side to win a test after following on.26 Feb 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsAndrew Alderson: Against all odds, Southee sparks batting recoveryFans know Black Caps skipper Tim Southee can tonk a ball, albeit erratically.26 Feb 07:21 AM
Black CapsBlack Caps batsmen battle back against EnglandTom Latham and Devon Conway put on 149 for the first wicket to give their side some hope.26 Feb 05:36 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'There's no need to panic': Black Caps search for answers to batting woesNew Zealand will need an epic rescue mission to snap a seven-test winless run.25 Feb 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsAndrew Alderson: Black Caps’ great era entering duskOpinion: A tepid Black Caps are getting outplayed and outwitted by a team in their pomp.25 Feb 07:01 AM
Black CapsWoeful Black Caps staring at series sweep against EnglandWhen the rain put them out of their misery at the Basin, the hosts had staggered to 138-7.25 Feb 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'We can get back in this fight': Henry and Black Caps rue missed chanceThere were inklings the plan was working against England until it all went horribly wrong.24 Feb 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsAndrew Alderson: Unflustered Brook on course to be global superstarHarry Brook has passed the record number of runs by any player after nine test innings.24 Feb 06:50 AM
Black CapsBlack Caps start strong but Brook blasts England back on topA good start to the second test soon turned into a nightmare for the Black Caps.24 Feb 05:05 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'We can't match their bats': Conway calls for calm in second testThe Black Caps must adopt the opposite approach when they take on England on Friday.23 Feb 06:16 AM
Black CapsBrassed off: ‘Idiot’ steals and damages Barmy Army's iconic trumpetThe group wants help locating other sentimental belongings, too.22 Feb 10:54 PM
Black CapsBlack Caps fast bowler Blair Tickner shares heartache as test debut overshadowed by Cyclone GabrielleHastings cricketer's thoughts were with his hometown and family, on his test debut.22 Feb 05:01 AM
Small BusinessANZ donates $3 million to cyclone reliefThe bank has joined ASB and BNZ in making donations; Westpac offering small business fund.21 Feb 11:42 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsKicked in the Bazballs: Why it's dark times ahead for the Black CapsOPINION: Things may get worse before they get better for the Black Caps.21 Feb 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsStaying steady: Why Black Caps won't make 'snappy changes' for second testCoach Gary Stead admits his side are lacking confidence after a seven-test winless run.20 Feb 04:48 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'It's a different beast': Southee counting on Basin to buoy Black CapsThe Black Caps were a distant second but Tim Southee denied there was a gulf to England.19 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsAndrew Alderson: What changes the Black Caps need to makeThe Black Caps have five days to prevent another spooking by England.19 Feb 06:21 AM
Black CapsEngland complete crushing win over flat Black CapsThe Black Caps are now at risk of losing their first home test series in six years.19 Feb 02:48 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsAndrew Alderson: Black Caps deceived by conjuring trick of BazballThere is still a sleight of hand – or perhap bat - in Brendon McCullum's style.19 Feb 12:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'It almost felt inevitable': How Broad and England handed Black Caps a lessonStuart Broad and his team have been writing their own their own script at Bay Oval.18 Feb 08:00 PM
Black CapsSundown carnage: Black Caps' hopes in tatters after late-night woesIn the space of half an hour under the Bay Oval floodlights, the hosts' top order wilted.18 Feb 08:35 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsAndrew Alderson: Rambo-like Wagner still a talisman for Black CapsNeil Wagner’s exit must loom soon...not that you would know, observing him at Bay Oval.18 Feb 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'I tried to hit it to the moon': Blundell bides time before attacking EnglandTom Blundell's ton was the knock of a batsman who knew precisely what his team needed.17 Feb 05:00 PM
Black CapsBlundell’s brilliance puts Black Caps back in fightTom Blundell’s fourth test century lifted New Zealand close to parity against England.17 Feb 08:36 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'We expected it': The bold call the Black Caps must now matchEngland ended day one on top, but the Black Caps have a blueprint to take back control.16 Feb 08:50 PM
Black CapsHaving a Bazball: England enjoy opening-day honours over Black CapsAfter surviving a batting barrage, New Zealand lost crucial late wickets at Bay Oval.16 Feb 12:40 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle clean-up: Mauao reopens but council advises cautionThings will be 'starting to return to normal' for a lot of people in the Bay of Plenty.16 Feb 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'It's been unusual': Life's not a beach as Southee endures disrupted startTim Southee has faced a few hurdles before his first home test as captain.15 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsKris Shannon: Why Black Caps’ controversial selection makes no senseOPINION: There is no convincing argument for selecting Scott Kuggeleijn.15 Feb 05:00 AM