Black Caps
Midday Sports News for 7 December 2016
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Black Caps lose Chappell-Hadlee series
The Black Caps fell 116 runs short of a mammoth Australian total to lose the second one day cricket international in Canberra and the Chappell-Hadlee series.
Australia post intimidating total in second ODI
Australia have posted an intimidating 378 run total for the Black Caps to chase down in their second one day cricket international in Canberra.
Maxwell not out of the woods yet
Controversial all-rounder Glenn Maxwell could still find himself on the outer in Australia's second one-day international against New Zealand tonight.
Munro ready to go big in Canberra
Aggressive batsman Colin Munro may have given an insight into New Zealand's batting order tactics after they created a debate following their 68-run loss to Australia in the first one-day…
Recap: Black Caps vs Australia
International cricket: The Black Caps beaten by Australia in the third One Day International in Melbourne. Look back at commentary of the match here.
RECAP: Black Caps lose 2nd ODI to Australia
International cricket: The Black Caps lost to Australia in the second One Day International in Canberra. Look back at commentary of the match here.
Black Caps lose series opener
The Black Caps have lost the first Chappell-Hadlee One-Day-International against Australia in Sydney.
Black Caps say Aussies are still the best around
The Black Caps say anyone predicting the decline of Australia's one-day side is short-sighted, as they look to hold onto the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy.
Black Caps out to further dent Australian pride
The Black Caps have a chance to strike a blow to the heart of Australia's pride during their one-day cricket series.
Black Caps finally make breakthrough
New Zealand have finally made a breakthrough on the final day of the second cricket test against Pakistan in Hamilton.
Live commentary: Black Caps vs Pakistan
International cricket: The Black Caps take on Pakistan on day five of the second Test in Hamilton. Follow LIVE commentary of the match here.
Commentary: Black Caps vs Australia
International cricket: The Black Caps have lost the opening Chappell-Hadlee One Day International by 68 runs in Sydney. Recap the LIVE commentary of the match here.
Black Caps in charge after 3 days in Hamilton
Heavy rain washed out much of the third day's play of the second Test between Pakistan and New Zealand, with the hosts just in front.
DRS called into question after Williamson dimissal
The decision review system (DRS) was the major talking point at the end of a rain-shortened first day's play in the second test between New Zealand and Pakistan in Hamilton, following the dismissal of…
Black Caps relish the home-pitch advantage
New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor says they'll take a lot of confidence into today's second Test against Pakistan in Hamilton knowing that NZ are a tough side to beat at home.
Boult ruled out of second Test
The Black Caps have suffered major setback ahead of the second cricket test against Pakistan with opening bowler Trent Boult ruled out with a knee injury.
Taylor cleared to play
The Black Caps batsman Ross Taylor has been cleared to play the second and final test against Pakistan in Hamilton which starts tomorrow, after seeing a second eye specialist.
Pakistan hoping to keep unbeaten run in NZ alive
Pakistan's hopes of continuing their unbeaten run in seven consecutive test series will come under pressure when they face a resurgent Black Caps side in the second and final test in Hamilton without…
Top Aussie cricket side to take on Black Caps
Australia have named uncapped Hilton Cartwright and thrown Glenn Maxwell a lifeline in their squad for a 3-match one-day series against New Zealand next month.