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Spectacular New Zealand vs South Africa final is just the start of rugby’s exciting ‘new era’

The All Blacks and Springboks can combine to produce sensational rugby, yet, Harry Latham-Coyle argues, the sport is poised for an uncertain future and must capitalise on new opportunities to inject greater revenue for both the domestic and international scene to thrive

The Independent UK

Mandela, Lomu and a Rugby World Cup final that went beyond sport

On 24 June 1995, New Zealand and South Africa walked out at Ellis Park for a historic Rugby World Cup final. On Saturday in Paris they meet again

The Guardian - UK

New Zealand vs South Africa: All Blacks look to complete rocky journey back to the top in World Cup final

The All Blacks were ranked fifth in the world as recently as last summer

Evening Standard

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South Africa is the ultimate test for the All Blacks – a fixture that can create heroes

Ian Foster’s side must match the Springboks’ physicality if they are to join the All Blacks legends of the past

The Guardian - UK

ICC World Cup | Run-out in 2019 semifinal made it clear it was my last day for India, says Dhoni

MS Dhoni revealed his last game for India was the 2019 World Cup semifinal vs. New Zealand, where he was run out. He said it was difficult to control his emotions and he knew his time in international cricket was over. He said retiring from cricket took away the chance…

The Hindu

World Cup: Australia gear up for blockbuster clash with New Zealand

NEW DELHI: A resurgent Australia are poised to maintain their winning momentum as they prepare to take on arch-rivals New Zealand in a highly anticipated clash at the One-Day International Cricket World Cup. Australia's recent performances, including a record-breaking 309-run victory against the Netherlands, have signalled a return to form…

The Times of India

Australia aim for aggressive play against New Zealand, says captain Pat Cummins

NEW DELHI: Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins has expressed his team's determination to carry forward their recent aggressive batting and bowling performances as they prepare to face arch-rivals New Zealand in the One-Day International Cricket World Cup in Dharamsala.

The Times of India

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5 standout matches of the Rugby World Cup finals in France

The Independent UK

New Zealand players dominate – who makes our World Cup team of the tournament?

The Independent UK

ODI World Cup, India vs England: Ravichandran Ashwin or Mohammed Shami? Team India faces a dilemma over bowling options

NEW DELHI: The absence of ace all-rounder Hardik Pandya has cast doubt on Team India's tactics for their forthcoming ICC ODI World Cup encounter against England. Before the big match, the Indian team management has a difficult situation due to the absence of Hardik, who normally bats at number six…

The Times of India

Please abolish the third-place play-off: Rugby’s pointless and outdated relic

The ‘bronze final’ at a Rugby World Cup is an outdated concept that no one wants to be involved with and hopefully England and Argentina are contesting the last one on Friday evening

The Independent UK

The scrum, shutting down Ardie Savea and three key areas that could decide World Cup final

One of New Zealand and South Africa will become the first team to win the men’s Rugby World Cup four times when the two sides meet in the 2023 final.

The Independent UK

Cricket World Cup points table explained: India top points table and South Africa second

India are above New Zealand in the table - having won every game of the ICC Cricket World Cup so far

The Independent UK

Australia vs New Zealand LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ODI World Cup

Follow all the action from Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium

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AAP

Smith finds his hands again in warning for New Zealand

Australia's batting star Steve Smith has found his hands again at the crease, sounding an ominous warning to his side's next World Cup opponents New Zealand.

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand gangs may be forced to cover facial tattoos with makeup, incoming government says

Ban on offensive facial markings could come as part of wider crackdown on gangs, National party says

AAP

World Cup offers Foster redemptive end to ABs tenure

Last year, a NZ Herald editorial called Ian Foster "a decent man out of his depth". He's now one match away from steering the All Blacks to a fourth World Cup.

AAP

Holmes deserves to keep Kangaroos spot: Mal Meninga

Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has defended his selection of Valentine Holmes, who will make his first appearance of the Pacific Championships against New Zealand.

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The Conversation

As the Israel-Gaza crisis worsens and the UN remains impotent, what are NZ’s diplomatic options?

Global security involves managing a complex combination of law, ethics and politics. No situation exemplifies this more than what is happening now in Israel and Gaza.

The Guardian - UK

New Zealand recall Brodie Retallick for World Cup final against Springboks

New Zealand have made one change to their team for the Rugby World Cup final against South Africa with Brodie Retallick replacing Sam Whitelock

The Independent UK

New Zealand explain line-up tweaks to combat South Africa’s bench impact

All Blacks coach Ian Foster is confident his side can combat South Africa’s forward power

The Independent UK

Brodie Retallick wins second-row start for New Zealand in World Cup final

The All Blacks have made one change from the side which thrashed Argentina in the semi-final.

AAP

Maddison Levi shortlisted for world sevens player award

Australian flyer Maddison Levi has been shortlisted for World Rugby's women's Sevens Player of the Year award.

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The latest Nielsen BookScan New Zealand bestseller list, described by Steve Braunias

Evening Standard

South Africa dismiss fears over Rugby World Cup final selection gamble

The Springboks believe they have sufficient cover for returning scrum-half Faf de Klerk despite naming a 7-1 bench split for New Zealand showdown

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