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  •   Home > News > Sports

    Rugby sevens fans will notice some big names missing from the Commonwealth Games team lists, including former All Blacks Sevens captain Tim Mikkelson

    Rugby sevens fans will notice some big names missing from the Commonwealth Games team lists, including former All Blacks Sevens captain Tim Mikkelson


    Tokyo Olympic gold medallist Ruby Tui is also only listed for the Black Ferns Sevens, as a non-travelling reserve.

    Before his team sets off for Birmingham, New Zealand women's coach Corey Sweeney is ensuring the players stay match fit - with the flu and Covid circulating.

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     Today's News

    Rugby:
    Test halfback Noah Hotham is hoping for an injury-free year after spending a large chunk of 20-25 on the sidelines 16:27

    Rugby:
    Middle-distance runner Sam Tanner is targeting more history at Whanganui's Cooks Gardens tonight 16:17

    International:
    Human remains found as New Zealand landslide search moves to recovery 16:06

    General:
    Indra Brown wins X-Games silver on debut ahead of 2026 Winter Olympic Games 16:06

    International:
    How much power does China really have in the Arctic amid Trump's Greenland claims? 15:46

    International:
    A generation of activists like Grace Oo are taking up arms against Myanmar's military 15:36

    Soccer:
    Auckland FC's Jake Brimmer believes the presence of their supporters - the Port - may be their lucky charm 15:26

    Tennis:
    The seeded American players are seemingly cruising through to the fourth round at the Australian tennis Open, early on day seven 14:56

    Basketball:
    Another blow for the New Zealand Breakers, following last night's heartbreaking two-point overtime home loss to the Adelaide 36ers 14:06

    Lower South Island:
    Heavy rain and probably the strongest winds seen this week on the Tour of Southland are making the final stage even more gruelling 14:06


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