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From debating rules on the sideline to enforcing them on the pitch: Aspiring umpire climbs the ranks

Alyson Shipley had never played an actual game of cricket before she took to the field as an umpire in Canterbury. Now she's on a path to one day taking control of national and international level matches.

White ball international cricket dominates this summer

New Zealand took on Australia at Hagley Oval in March. Photo: Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images

White ball international cricket dominates this summer

The first Black Caps match of the summer against England in Christchurch is one of just three home tests scheduled next season.

Foulkes having a blast with the Bears

Zak Foulkes is playing for the Warwickshire Bears in the Vitality Blast in the English domestic...

Zak Foulkes having a blast with the Bears in England

Talented Darfield bowler Zak Foulkes has got off to a winning start after signing for the Warwickshire Bears in England’s top T20 competition.

Williamson turns down NZ Cricket contract

Williamson turns down NZ Cricket contract

Black Caps legend Kane Williamson will limit his international involvement to test matches this summer.

NZ humbled by Afghanistan

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan celebrates after dismissing New Zealand's Michael Bracewell. Photo: Getty

New Zealand humbled by Afghanistan

New Zealand have been humbled by Afghanistan in their opening match of the T20 World Cup in Guyana.

Iconic cricket ground set to get facelift

Iconic quake-damaged cricket ground set to get $1.1m pavilion

An iconic North Canterbury cricket ground, which was once the site of a large country estate, is set to get a new $1.1m pavilion as part of a major facelift.

Series squared after NZ lose fifth T20

New Zealand's Tim Seifert. File photo: Getty

Series squared after NZ lose fifth T20

The Black Caps have gone down by nine runs in the fifth and final Twenty20 international in Pakistan to leave the five-match series squared 2-2.

Hagley Oval to host England test in November

NZ Cricket is hoping for more big crowds when the Black Caps play England in November and...

Hagley Oval to host England test in November

New Zealand Cricket is expecting big crowds when it hosts England in tests in Christchurch, Wellington and Hamilton in November and December.

Devine ends NZ home summer with resounding win

New Zealand's Hannah Rowe and Suzie Bates celebrate the wicket of England's Tammy Beaumont. Photo...

Devine ends NZ home summer with resounding win

Sophie Devine has ensured New Zealand ended its home summer with a resounding victory.

NZ powerless to stop England's turnaround triumph

Amy Jones scored an unbeaten 92 and Charlie Dean 42 not out in an unbroken stand. Photo: Getty...

NZ powerless to stop England's turnaround triumph

Wicketkeeper Amy Jones and Charlie Dean rescued England in the opening ODI against the White Ferns to secure a four-wicket win at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

Canterbury Cricket may invest in Rangiora oval

While Hagley Park remains Canterbury’s number one cricket ground, there is no opportunity for expansion. So Canterbury Cricket is looking to Rangiora.

White Ferns snatch last-minute T20 win against England

Susie Bates celebrates taking a wicket in the last over of the third T20 International between...

White Ferns snatch last-minute T20 win against England

The White Ferns have snatched a last-gasp three-run T20 international win against England after a late batting collapse by the visitors at Saxton Oval in Nelson.

Defending champs eye second two-day title

Burnside captain Matt Hay is aiming to lead the side to their first ‘double’ since 1992. PHOTO:...

Defending champs eye second two-day title

Burnside West Uni are in reach of their second Christchurch Metro two-day title in as many years as the final round of the season starts on Saturday.

Keeper Carey drives Aussies to test series victory

Skipper Pat Cummins and Alex Carey celebrate winning the second test in Christchurch. Photo:...

Keeper Carey drives Aussies to test series victory

Australia chased down their 279-run victory target to beat NZ by three wickets in the second test to take the series 2-0.

Can the Black Caps claim a historic test win?

Tim Southee bowls during day three of the second test. Photo: Getty Images

Can the Black Caps claim a historic test win?

For the first time in the series, New Zealand are on top of their Australian opponents at Hagley Oval and are well placed to score a rare victory.

Debutants shine with bat and ball

Michael Rae took 6/28 for Sydenham against Merivale-Papanui. PHOTO: ASH HART

Club cricket debutants shine with bat and ball

Michael Rae and Matt Rowe have made an instant impact on debut for Sydenham in their match against Merivale-Papanui at Edgar MacIntosh Park.

Black Caps suffer another injury blow

Will O'Rourke has been ruled out of the second test against Australia in Christchurch. but that...

Black Caps suffer another injury blow

The Black Caps have been hit with a double injury blow as they prepare for the second test against Australia at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

Black Caps collapse, Aussies take first test

New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra leaves the field after being dismissed by Australia during day four...

Black Caps collapse, Aussies take first test

Australia have claimed the first test after wrapping up New Zealand’s innings with ease at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

Massive week ahead for Weedons

Weedons players celebrate a wicket against Darfield earlier in the season. PHOTO: WEEDONS CRICKET...

Massive week ahead for Weedons

Weedons have their sights set on two must-win games either side of a final in the Canterbury Country premier competition.

Burnside West want more silverware after one-day success

The Burnside West Uni team after winning the one-day competition against Lancaster Park. PHOTO:...

Burnside West want more silverware after one-day success

Burnside West Uni are swiftly turning their focus to the back end of the two-day competition after winning their first piece of silverware this season.

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