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March 26, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Don Mackinnon has been a key figure in sport integrity over many years. Elias Rodriguez The front man for a proposed new Twenty20 league has stepped down as chairperson of the Sport Integrity Commission, as questions emerge over his dual roles in New Zealand sport during a pivotal moment for cricket’s ... <a title="Don Mackinnon steps down from integrity role as NZ20 plans advance" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/26/don-mackinnon-steps-down-from-integrity-role-as-nz20-plans-advance/" aria-label="Read more about Don Mackinnon steps down from integrity role as NZ20 plans advance">Read more</a>
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March 26, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Don Mackinnon has been a key figure in sport integrity over many years. Elias Rodriguez The front man for a proposed new Twenty20 league has stepped down as chairperson of the Sport Integrity Commission, as questions emerge over his dual roles in New Zealand sport during a pivotal moment for cricket’s ... <a title="Cricket: Don Mackinnon steps down from integrity role as NZ20 plans advance" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/26/cricket-don-mackinnon-steps-down-from-integrity-role-as-nz20-plans-advance/" aria-label="Read more about Cricket: Don Mackinnon steps down from integrity role as NZ20 plans advance">Read more</a>
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March 26, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Pia Vlok of the Wellington Phoenix shoots. photosport The Wellington Phoenix women have suffered a blow in their A-League Premiership hopes. The Phoenix have been beaten 2-1 by the Central Coast Mariners in Gosford. The reigning champion Mariners scored both of their goals before Phoenix midfielder Macey Fraser scored a spectacular ... <a title="Phoenix suffer blow in Premiership hopes" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/26/phoenix-suffer-blow-in-premiership-hopes/" aria-label="Read more about Phoenix suffer blow in Premiership hopes">Read more</a>
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March 26, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Mitch Barnett and Luke Metcalf have both returned from season-ending knee injuries. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Wests Tigers Kickoff 8pm, Friday, 27 March Go Media Stadium, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ website As his squad returns to full fitness, NZ Warriors coach Andrew Webster has taken a pragmatic ... <a title="NRL: NZ Warriors ease stars Luke Metcalf, Mitch Barnett back from long injury" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/26/nrl-nz-warriors-ease-stars-luke-metcalf-mitch-barnett-back-from-long-injury/" aria-label="Read more about NRL: NZ Warriors ease stars Luke Metcalf, Mitch Barnett back from long injury">Read more</a>
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March 26, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand According to NZ Football’s 2024 annual report, the organisation invested $8.4 million in women’s football development through a legacy fund from hosting the World Cup. Andrew Cornaga A growing divide is emerging in junior sport. As some clubs experiment with ways to reduce barriers for young players, others say rising costs ... <a title="Fee-free vs fee hikes: The growing divide in kids’ sport" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/26/fee-free-vs-fee-hikes-the-growing-divide-in-kids-sport/" aria-label="Read more about Fee-free vs fee hikes: The growing divide in kids’ sport">Read more</a>
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March 25, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand One NZ Stadium Christchurch. Christchurch City Council With the opening of One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch just weeks away, the Crusaders are facing a significant shift – leaving behind a proven home fortress and adapting to life under a roof. While always intended as a temporary base, Apollo Projects Stadium ... <a title="Crusaders prepare for move to indoor Te Kaha One New Zealand stadium" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/25/crusaders-prepare-for-move-to-indoor-te-kaha-one-new-zealand-stadium/" aria-label="Read more about Crusaders prepare for move to indoor Te Kaha One New Zealand stadium">Read more</a>
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March 25, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Amelia Kerr scored her first international T20 century against South Africa in Christchurch. © Photosport Ltd 2026 www.photosport.nz The White Ferns had already won the T20 series against South Africa ahead of final game of the five match series in Christchurch and a 92-run win on Wednesday just emphasised their dominance. ... <a title="White Ferns win T20 dead rubber against South Africa" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/25/white-ferns-win-t20-dead-rubber-against-south-africa/" aria-label="Read more about White Ferns win T20 dead rubber against South Africa">Read more</a>
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March 25, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is off contract with the Warriors at the end of this season. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NZ Warriors coach Andrew Webster hasn’t completely given up hope of retaining superstar Roger Tuivasa-Sheck beyond this season. The veteran wing’s future at the club has been up in the air since last year, when ... <a title="NRL: NZ Warriors still hope to retain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck with contract extension" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/25/nrl-nz-warriors-still-hope-to-retain-roger-tuivasa-sheck-with-contract-extension/" aria-label="Read more about NRL: NZ Warriors still hope to retain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck with contract extension">Read more</a>
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March 25, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Haidee Tiffen and Jeremy Coney have been inducted into the NZC Hall of Fame. Photosport The NZC Hall of Fame has honoured two of Aotearoa’s legendary cricketers Jeremy Coney and Haidee Tiffen – the first inductions since the inaugural “First Eleven” was unveiled last summer. Last summer’s inauguration saw the induction ... <a title="Jeremy Coney and Haidee Tiffen inducted into NZC Hall of Fame" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/25/jeremy-coney-and-haidee-tiffen-inducted-into-nzc-hall-of-fame/" aria-label="Read more about Jeremy Coney and Haidee Tiffen inducted into NZC Hall of Fame">Read more</a>
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March 25, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Fehi Fineanganofo has scored six tries in five games. Photosport / Patrick Hoelscher Fehi Fineanganofo is in career best form but with his future offshore, New Zealand Rugby is posed to lose one of its most in-form wings. The Hurricanes wing has scored six tries in five games, helping power his ... <a title="Hurricanes’ wing’s Super Rugby form won’t persuade him to stay in NZ" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/25/hurricanes-wings-super-rugby-form-wont-persuade-him-to-stay-in-nz/" aria-label="Read more about Hurricanes’ wing’s Super Rugby form won’t persuade him to stay in NZ">Read more</a>
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March 25, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Eden Park hosts the T20 international between the Black Caps and South Africa, 2026. Blake Armstrong / PHOTOSPORT Venues across New Zealand can now make bids to host games during the 2028 T20 World Cup. New Zealand and Australia will host the global tournament with up to ten venues to be ... <a title="Bids now open to host 2028 World Cup games in NZ" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/25/bids-now-open-to-host-2028-world-cup-games-in-nz/" aria-label="Read more about Bids now open to host 2028 World Cup games in NZ">Read more</a>
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March 25, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Warriors winger Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has been linked to a move to the Super League in 2027. Photosport / Andrew Cornaga Warriors winger Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is reportedly leaving the club at the end of the current NRL season. The Daily Telegraph in Australia is reporting the superstar will join Wakefield Trinity in ... <a title="RTS to Super League? Reports link Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to Wakefield Trinity" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/25/rts-to-super-league-reports-link-roger-tuivasa-sheck-to-wakefield-trinity/" aria-label="Read more about RTS to Super League? Reports link Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to Wakefield Trinity">Read more</a>
