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Two New Zealand cricketers turned around a struggling match with back-to-back centuries at Ireland's Stormont ground, thrilling fans at the historic first Test meeting between the nations. After losing four wickets early, the teammates fought back with an impressive 217-run partnership.
After admitting he was "a shell of a human" from self-imposed pressure, New Zealand cricketer Finn Allen rediscovered his love for the game during a three-match break. His comeback performance of 93 runs kept Kolkata Knight Riders' playoff hopes alive.
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New Zealand Cricket just made history by requiring a new professional league to include women's competition before they'll approve it. The move puts gender equality at the center of the country's biggest cricket overhaul in 21 years.
Luke Woodcock went from struggling to catch a cricket ball to facing a terminal brain tumor diagnosis. Now his community is rallying to fund experimental treatments and give him precious time with his kids.
After falling short in their fourth World Cup final, New Zealand's cricket team is channeling heartbreak into hunger for their 2028 home tournament. Coach Rob Walter says his young squad is more determined than ever to bring the trophy home.
A New Zealand cricketer just did something no one has ever achieved in the 189-year history of first-class cricket. Brett Randell took five wickets in five consecutive balls during a domestic match, a feat so rare it's been called impossible.
With just 100,000 active cricket players, New Zealand has made it to the T20 World Cup final to face India, a nation with 836 million cricket fans. It's a David vs. Goliath story that proves passion and grit can overcome impossible odds.
The Black Caps turned an almost certain disaster into their biggest T20 World Cup partnership, scoring 70 runs in four overs to beat Sri Lanka by 61 runs and nearly secure their semifinal spot. Captain Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie rescued their team from 84-6 with a record-breaking stand that left fans breathless.
When Melie Kerr takes the field as White Ferns captain next week, she'll make history as the first leader in two decades without legendary teammates by her side. The milestone marks a new era for New Zealand women's cricket. #
World Cup star Melie Kerr takes over as captain of New Zealand's White Ferns, becoming the latest leader of a team riding high after their 2024 T20 World Cup victory. The 25-year-old all-rounder will lead her country for the first time against Zimbabwe next week.
New Zealand cricket speedster Lockie Ferguson is stepping away from the Twenty20 World Cup to be home for the birth of his first child. His team fully supports the decision and plans for his return.
New Zealand chased down their highest T20 World Cup target ever, rallying from 14 for 2 to beat Afghanistan by five wickets in Chennai. Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips turned panic into celebration with fearless batting that powered the Black Caps to 183 with 13 balls to spare.
After being swept 3-0 in a five-match series, New Zealand's cricket team refused to quit and delivered stunning defensive plays to secure their first win against India on Indian soil in six attempts. The Black Caps proved resilience pays off with spectacular catches and a 50-run victory.
New Zealand cricketer Finn Allen just made Australian Big Bash League history with the most sixes in a single season. His record-breaking 37th maximum helped send the Perth Scorchers straight to the championship final.
New Zealand's cricket team is riding high after making history with their first-ever ODI series win on Indian soil. Captain Mitchell Santner says these victories give his team a powerful edge heading into their T20 series and World Cup preparations.
New Zealand's cricket team got the news they were hoping for: key players injured just weeks before the T20 World Cup are expected to recover in time. The Black Caps can breathe easier as scans show less damage than feared.
Daryl Mitchell revealed the surprising key to his record-breaking performance in India: countless morning training sessions under a dusty marquee tent in Lincoln, New Zealand. His preparation paid off as he led the Black Caps to their first-ever ODI series win on Indian soil.
New Zealand's cricket team just pulled off what seemed impossible: winning their first one-day series ever on Indian soil. The victory came with a thrilling 41-run win in the deciding match, ending decades of losses in one of cricket's toughest venues.