Canterbury Crusaders coach Scott Robertson is backing David Havili to be fit in time for the World Cup after the All Blacks centre was ruled out for up to two months with a hamstring injury.
Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam hit half-centuries to guide Pakistan to a 26 run victory over New Zealand in the third one-day international in Karachi.
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson is set to miss the one-day World Cup in India later this year after sustaining a knee injury.
New Zealand Rugby has named Scott Robertson as Ian Foster’s successor, with the 48-year-old to take charge of the All Blacks after the Rugby World Cup later this year.
All Blacks forward Scott Barrett has confirmed that he has extended his contract with New Zealand Rugby until the end of 2025.
Wellington Hurricanes captain Ardie Savea has been suspended for one week after a throat-slitting gesture at an opponent during Friday's Super Rugby match against Melbourne Rebels.
The Springboks will line up against the New Zealand at Twickenham in England for only the second time ever when they clash in a Rugby World Cup warm-up fixture on Friday, 25 August 2023 – two weeks before the international extravaganza kicks off in France, where South Africa will attempt to defend their crown as world champions.
The Springbok Sevens will not only have to cope with the time difference and massive home support but also blending in a raft of new players at HSBC New Zealand Sevens in Hamilton this weekend.
South Africa are set to face rivals New Zealand twice in the build-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France as they prepare to defend their world title.
New Zealand pace bowler Lockie Ferguson admits they will need to combat England's firepower when they meet at the Brisbane Cricket Ground in the T20 World Cup on Tuesday.