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March 20, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Joel Lam made his Moana Pasifika debut last weekend against the Blues. Alan Lee / www.photosport.nz Former Crusader Joel Lam is expecting plenty of banter as Moana Pasifika get set to meet his old side. Lam has been handed halfback duties for Moana in Saturday night’s round five clash, his first ... <a title="‘Will be a bit of chat’: Former Crusader prepares to tussle with old team-mates" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/20/will-be-a-bit-of-chat-former-crusader-prepares-to-tussle-with-old-team-mates/" aria-label="Read more about ‘Will be a bit of chat’: Former Crusader prepares to tussle with old team-mates">Read more</a>
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March 20, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Mark ‘the mahi man’ pictured here with Warriors skipper James Fisher-Harris, will lead the Warriors onto the field this weekend to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. instagram He’s the unofficial Warriors hype man, and a worthy challenger to the Mad Butcher’s title of the club’s biggest fan. Introducing Mark ‘the Mahi ... <a title="Warriors’ ‘Mahi Man’ earns his moment in the spotlight" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/20/warriors-mahi-man-earns-his-moment-in-the-spotlight/" aria-label="Read more about Warriors’ ‘Mahi Man’ earns his moment in the spotlight">Read more</a>
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March 20, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Yachting NZ was the first national sports body to come under investigation by the Sport Integrity Commission. AFP/NICOLAS TUCAT When multihull sailor Liz Alonzi first spoke to investigators from the Sport Integrity Commission, she was asked if she would like to add her complaint to the “melting pot” of allegations about ... <a title="‘I feel let down’: Complainants to sport integrity agency wait 15 months for resolution" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/20/i-feel-let-down-complainants-to-sport-integrity-agency-wait-15-months-for-resolution/" aria-label="Read more about ‘I feel let down’: Complainants to sport integrity agency wait 15 months for resolution">Read more</a>
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March 20, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Hurricanes player Warner Dearns celebrates after he scores a try. Photosport A Hurricane warning is in effect in Super Rugby Pacific. The ‘Canes have climbed to the top of the ladder, edging out the Brumbies on points differential and with a game in hand. The Brumbies have well and truly stalled ... <a title="Super Rugby preview: The bus is back, All Black’s son to debut" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/20/super-rugby-preview-the-bus-is-back-all-blacks-son-to-debut/" aria-label="Read more about Super Rugby preview: The bus is back, All Black’s son to debut">Read more</a>
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March 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Francis de Vries of Auckland FC takes a selfie with fans, supporters and crowd. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Auckland FC defender Francis de Vries has played every A-League game – and nearly every minute – in the club’s history, making him the first player to bring up a milestone for the team. Plucked ... <a title="‘Durable’ defender Francis de Vries first to bring up 50 for Auckland FC" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/19/durable-defender-francis-de-vries-first-to-bring-up-50-for-auckland-fc/" aria-label="Read more about ‘Durable’ defender Francis de Vries first to bring up 50 for Auckland FC">Read more</a>
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March 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Kate Taylor is back for the Football Ferns. Shane Wenzlick / Phototek.nz The Football Ferns squad has been named for the Oceania Qualifiers finals in Aotearoa next month, where the side will aim to book a ticket to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 in Brazil. The squad sees Ferns’ regulars ... <a title="Football Ferns named for World Cup Oceania Qualifiers Finals in NZ" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/19/football-ferns-named-for-world-cup-oceania-qualifiers-finals-in-nz/" aria-label="Read more about Football Ferns named for World Cup Oceania Qualifiers Finals in NZ">Read more</a>
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March 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Clark Laidlaw head coach of the Hurricanes before Super Rugby Pacific – Hurricanes v Chiefs at Sky Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand on Saturday 13 April 2024. Photosport / Elias Rodriguez Head coach Clark Laidlaw will continue to guide the Hurricanes after re-signing with the franchise to the end of the next ... <a title="Clark Laidlaw extends time as Hurricanes head coach" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/19/clark-laidlaw-extends-time-as-hurricanes-head-coach/" aria-label="Read more about Clark Laidlaw extends time as Hurricanes head coach">Read more</a>
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March 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Billy Proctor celebrates scoring a try with team mates. MARK EVANS The Hurricanes top the Super Rugby standings, but the real tests of their title credentials are yet to come. They face the Highlanders in Dunedin on Friday night in their first New Zealand derby of the season, before games against ... <a title="Rugby: Table-topping Hurricanes face first NZ derby of Super Rugby season" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/19/rugby-table-topping-hurricanes-face-first-nz-derby-of-super-rugby-season/" aria-label="Read more about Rugby: Table-topping Hurricanes face first NZ derby of Super Rugby season">Read more</a>
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March 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Moana return to Albany for the first time in 2026 this weekend. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Moana Pasifika are finally back on the North Shore, entering round six of Super Rugby Pacific without having played a home game at North Harbour Stadium. Albany became a fortress for the franchise in 2025, with fans ... <a title="Moana Pasifika finally return to Albany as season hits crossroads" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/19/moana-pasifika-finally-return-to-albany-as-season-hits-crossroads/" aria-label="Read more about Moana Pasifika finally return to Albany as season hits crossroads">Read more</a>
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March 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Wayde Egan in action for the Warriors against Canberra Raiders. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport After two games of the 2026 NRL season, NZ Warriors hooker Wayde Egan feels great – and you’d expect nothing less. With a chance to recharge his batteries over the summer, the veteran is suitably bright-eyed and bushy tailed, ... <a title="NZ Warriors hooker Wayde Egan relishing early rest in 2026 NRL campaign" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/19/nz-warriors-hooker-wayde-egan-relishing-early-rest-in-2026-nrl-campaign/" aria-label="Read more about NZ Warriors hooker Wayde Egan relishing early rest in 2026 NRL campaign">Read more</a>
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March 18, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The Nelson Rugby Football Union is the latest club to remove fees for junior players. Shuttersport NZ Rugby clubs around the country are scrapping junior fees in a bid to ease financial pressure on families and revive grassroots participation. What began as a small initiative in 2024 has gathered momentum, with ... <a title="Why some rugby clubs are going fee-free for kids" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/18/why-some-rugby-clubs-are-going-fee-free-for-kids/" aria-label="Read more about Why some rugby clubs are going fee-free for kids">Read more</a>
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March 18, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Emilia Shearer #2 of New Zealand at the 2026 FIBA World Cup Qualifying Tournament in San Juan. (Photo by Edgardo Medina / NurPhoto via AFP) The Tall Ferns have finished their World Cup Qualifying Tournament winless after a 77-61 loss to hosts Puerto Rico. The Tall Ferns had to beat Puerto ... <a title="World Cup dream over for Tall Ferns after winless tournament" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/18/world-cup-dream-over-for-tall-ferns-after-winless-tournament/" aria-label="Read more about World Cup dream over for Tall Ferns after winless tournament">Read more</a>
