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'It's Kai time': Kara-France 'starving' for flyweight gold
Kiwi Kai Kara-France will fight for the UFC flyweight title on June 29 in Las Vegas.
'If I don't, who will?': Kara-France on making history
The Kiwi mixed martial artist will step into the octagon this month with the chance to become the first ever Māori UFC flyweight champion.
Moana Pasifika review: Mass exodus and late drubbings take gloss off shining season
Jonty Dine looks back at Moana Pasifika's historic Super Rugby Pacific season.
Kai on Kape: 'He's an entitled, insecure clown'
Kai Kara-France is set to share a card with a bitter old rival at UFC 317.
No calculators required for defending champs
While the Super Rugby playoff picture appears complicated, it's a very simple equation for the Blues.
'My stocks only rose': Nyika beaten but not broken
David Nyika's latest fight was not in the ring, but in his own head.
'If they boo me, I get it': Savea on return to Wellington
Once a beloved son of the city, Savea is bracing for a hostile homecoming. Audio
Pasifika icons on RunIt: 'We understand, just be safe'
An entrenched culture, and the lure of financial gain are believed to be the drivers for participants in RunIt events.
Moana seek redemption after Hamilton humiliation
Moana Pasifika were dealt a stark reality check form the Chiefs, in the form of an 85-7 annihilation.
Former Warriors star Vatuvei: 'I don't wish what I went through on anyone'
The club's leading tryscorer has immersed himself in the community, after serving time in prison for a drug conviction.
More events promised after two men knocked out, despite criticism
Two men retired due to knocks to the head at last night's event, one slumping to the ground and appearing to have a seizure.
Fairweather plots path to Olympic podium
World champion swimmer Erika Fairweather is adjusting to city life after her shift from the deep south.
Rugby: Ferns to play fear-free footy
Points differential is likely set to decide the fate of the Pacific Four title.
'Just another game': Blues play down Moana rivalry
Despite some chat from across the bridge, the Blues are playing down the rivalry with their cross city brothers.
'I can create chaos' - UFC fighter Navajo Stirling
Kiwi MMA fighter Navajo Stirling continues his rise in the UFC this Sunday in Canada.
'Just another human': Boxer Lani Daniels on fighting the GOAT
Daniels will fight for the undisputed, unified heavyweight championship.
Provinces have confidence in NZ Rugby - but with a limit
New Zealand Rugby recorded a third consecutive financial loss in 2024, just shy of $20 million.
Moana powerhouse Semisi's southern homecoming
Rising Moana star Semisi Tupou Ta'eiloa returns to the region where he played his junior rugby in this Sunday.
'He'll fight them anywhere': Parker patient in pursuit of historic title fight
Kiwi heavyweight Joseph Parker knows nothing is written in the pro boxing world.
Kiwi wunderkinds- NZ teens who took the sports world by storm
RNZ takes a look back at some of New Zealand's greatest teenage achievements in sport.
Moana want respect put on their name
Moana Pasifika coach Fa'alogo Tana Umaga still does not feel Moana has done enough to earn respect in Super Rugby.
Savea brothers reunite in Moana Pasifika colours
The Savea brothers will run out for the first time in the Moana jersey together this Saturday.
Blues going to 'dark places' to save season
The Blues are drawing inspiration from the Anzacs ahead of their trans-Tasman clash on Friday night.
'We talked about being courageous' - Blues women aim higher after creating history
The back-to-back Super Rugby Aupiki and inaugural trans-Tasman champions are now determined to build a dynasty.
'We know it's special' - Warriors prepare for key rival rematch
The club's 30-year journey comes full circle against the Broncos at Mt Smart on Saturday.
