England v New Zealand: second men’s Test, day three – as it happened Henry Nicholls led the way with his 11th Test century as a ruthless New Zealand batted England out of the second Test The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Ben Stokes reports for duty with Durham after England Test squad omission The 35-year-old is being investigated over a breach of team protocols following the first Test victory over New Zealand. The Independent UK · Jun 19
New Zealand defender Tim Payne signs for Paraguay's Olimpia Tim Payne, a New Zealand defender, will play for Club Olimpia in Paraguay. Payne gained viral fame after a soccer influencer highlighted him. This led to interest from clubs across South America. He has signed a one-year deal with Olimpia. Payne expressed excitement about testing himself in top South American… The Economic Times · Jun 19
Time is critical when someone’s heart stops – portable defibrillators could save more lives In New Zealand, ambulance crews treat about seven people a day who are in cardiac arrest, meaning their heart is no longer pumping blood to vital organs. The Conversation · Jun 19
Ben Stokes poised for swift England return in third Test against New Zealand Stokes was left out of the second Test against New Zealand after a curfew breach The Independent UK · Jun 18
‘It wasn’t what we wanted to happen’: Emilio Gay on England’s bad morning Emilio Gay put England’s travails on the second morning of the second Test against New Zealand down to bad luck rather than poor planning or execution The Guardian - UK · Jun 18
England still have leaders in the dressing room – Emilio Gay Joe Root is leading an inexperienced XI including three debutants in the second Test against New Zealand. The Independent UK · Jun 18
Phillips hits maiden Test ton as NZ pressurise England New Zealand have enjoyed a strong second day in the second Test at the Oval, with Glenn Phillips scoring a maiden ton in their 391 before England sank to 6-222. AAP · Jun 18
New Zealand claim upper hand after Phillips century and late wickets jolt England The Black Caps’ disciplined attack made late inroads into their hosts’ batting to leave England 222 for 6 at the close on day two in reply to New Zealand’s 391 The Guardian - UK · Jun 18
Ragged England left to rue mistakes as New Zealand gain upper hand at Oval The hosts were 222 for six in reply to New Zealand’s 391 all out. The Independent UK · Jun 18
The horror hour that set the tone for England’s worrying day against New Zealand England (222/6) trail New Zealand (391) by 169 runs: A bad dropped catch, wayward bowling and squandered starts with the bat allowed New Zealand to assert their ascendancy at the Kia Oval The Independent UK · Jun 18
Sonny Baker’s second day was a lesson that Test cricket can turn on you quick The debutant and stand-in captain Joe Root had a sloppy morning in England’s bid to bowl New Zealand out quickly in the second Test match The Guardian - UK · Jun 18
Belgium vs Iran World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets Belgium vs Iran clash at SoFi Stadium on June 21 with both sides on one point. De Bruyne, Lukaku, and squad depth make Belgium the pick at -235. Sports Lens · Jun 18
New Zealand vs Egypt World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks Egypt enter as -159 favorites at BC Place, backed by an unbeaten qualifying run and Salah's firepower. Our New Zealand vs Egypt World Cup 2026 predictions lean Pharaohs. Sports Lens · Jun 18
The Independent UK · Jun 18 Ben Stokes named in Durham squad to face Northamptonshire The England captain was not considered for the second Test against New Zealand after breaking a team curfew.
The Independent UK · Jun 18 England keep New Zealand under 400 after finally ending Glenn Phillips knock The tourists posted 391 in the first innings.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 18 England v New Zealand: second men’s Test, day two – as it happened Glenn Phillips scores his maiden Test century as New Zealand took control at the Oval
The Economic Times · Jun 18 New Zealand finalises skilled migrant visa changes ahead of August rollout New Zealand is updating its skilled migrant and work-to-residence visa programs. New rules begin August 24, 2026. Wage thresholds are simplified for applicants. Qualification requirements are clarified. Trades and technician pathways see updates. Self-employment experience will not count towards work experience. These changes aim for greater certainty and integrity in…
The Economic Times · Jun 18 Under the radar: These less-than-stars have made an impact at the FIFA World Cup The World Cup is showcasing unheralded players alongside global stars. Livano Comenencia scored Curacao's first World Cup goal. Boualem Khoukhi helped Qatar earn a point. Jovo Lukic netted the first World Cup goal in Canada. Elijah Just scored twice for New Zealand. Emam Ashour earned man of the match for…
AAP · Jun 17 Kiwi Bindons make World Cup mother-son history When New Zealand's Tyler Bindon came off the bench against Iran, the defender and his mother Jenny became the first mother-and-son duo to play at World Cups.
AAP · Jun 17 England edge first day of NZ Test with debutant shining New Zealand battled to 7-291 at stumps on the first day of the second Test with debutant Sonny Baker impressing for hosts England at the Oval.
The Independent UK · Jun 17 That’s just how I am – Sonny Baker reaps rewards of staying true to himself Test debutant Baker removed the dangerous duo of Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell on day one against New Zealand at the Kia Oval.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 17 Jacob Bethell strikes twice as new-look England keep New Zealand in check England fielded three debutants as New Zealand reached 291 for seven at the end of day one, with Jacob Bethell taking two wickets in the final hour
The Independent UK · Jun 17 How Joe Root filled Ben Stokes’ funky shoes to help new-look England keep New Zealand in check New Zealand 284-7 (75): England’s stand-in skipper managed a new-look bowling attack well on an entertaining opening day at the Kia Oval
AAP · Jun 17 RL:Cowboy backs 20th team in Christchurch ahead of return North Queensland prop Griffin Neame hails from the south island of New Zealand so the clash with the Warriors in Christchurch has been circled in his calendar.