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Wellington U19 Women Crowned National Champions

Wellington’s U19 Women have been crowned National U19 Women’s champions after a week of commanding performances at Lincoln University.

12 January, 2026 in Domestic News

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Smashing it! Check out the halfway leaderboards

We are halfway through the Super Smash and it's two regular finalist teams who are out in front!

11 January, 2026 in Domestic News

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Record scores in scorching summer

The big hits keep coming in the Super Smash as teams power up with record totals - so tip your cap to the bowlers flying in the face of the trend with some super statchat of their own

09 January, 2026 in Domestic News

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Big scores, tight finishes

There's been no shortage of drama and suspense in the first fortnight of the Super Smash, with records toppled and last-ball nailbiters

06 January, 2026 in Domestic News

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"I've always been able to bat left-handed" - Glenn Phillips talks switch hitting

BLACKCAPS all-rounder Glenn Phillips has revealed the extensive preparation behind his recent audacious switch-hitting display in the Super Smash, confirming he’s been honing his left-handed batting skills for several years.

05 January, 2026 in Domestic News

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Emerging stars roll out for National U19 Women’s Tournament

An exciting group of emerging players will assemble in Lincoln today as the National U19 Women’s Tournament gets underway.

04 January, 2026 in Domestic News

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Melie Kerr hits first Super Smash century

Blaze and WHITE FERNS superstar Melie Kerr has ticked off another special milestone in her career, with her first Super Smash century arriving in her team's first home game of the summer.

29 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Laura Harris world record in Super Smash

The Sparks' Aussie import Laura Harris makes an immediate impact by equalling the word T20 women's record for the quickest half century!

28 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Super Smash round one teams and news

Boxing Day signals the first games of the fresh Super Smash season, with Northern Brave men and the Auckland Aces opening the bill in Hamilton, followed by the Hearts and Brave women under lights. See all the signings and news from the 12 teams plus the opening round squads

26 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Super Smash 2025 season recap

The latest edition of New Zealand's Super Smash begins this Boxing Day, the 12 teams ready to rumble all over again following a spectacular summer last season

25 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Bonus Point System introduced to Women’s Super Smash

A new points structure will apply to the women’s Super Smash this season to promote higher scoring cricket that aligns with the evolving standards of the international game.

23 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Jonas withdraws from Super Smash

WHITE FERNS and Auckland Hearts off spinner Fran Jonas has withdrawn from the upcoming Super Smash competition to prioritise time on making technical changes to her bowling.

23 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Wellington College crowned Boys’ First XI Cup champions in tight final round finish

Wellington College have completed a superb campaign at Lincoln University, clinching the 2025-26 Secondary School Boys’ First XI Cup after finishing level on points with Christchurch Boys’ HS and Auckland Grammar.

22 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Four WHITE FERNS Ruled Out of North v South

Northern Brave off spinning-allrounder Nensi Patel and pace bowler Kayley Knight have been called in to replace Fran Jonas and Rosemary Mair, whilst Auckland Hearts batters Bella Armstrong and Prue Catton come in for Lauren Down and Hannah Rowe.

17 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Super Cooper tops the Shield runmakers

Henry Cooper helped last season's Plunket Shield champion Northern Districts catapult into the top three as the national first-class championship now pauses until late February - with the table still tightly bunched

16 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Christchurch & Napier Boys’ return to the First XI Cup

Last year’s champions Christchurch Boys’ High School and runners-up Napier Boys’ High School headline the 2025 Secondary School Boys First XI Cup tournament, as six top schools converge for a shot at a national title.

16 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Henry Nicholls career best in red-hot summer

A blistering double century and the new Canterbury second wicket partnership record, set with Rhys Mariu, are just two of the latest feats in an already spectacular season from the veteran batter

14 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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PNGHS go unbeaten at the Girls’ First XI Cup

Palmerston North Girls’ High School signed off a perfect campaign at Lincoln University, sealing the Girls’ First XI Cup with five wins from five matches.

14 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Hallyburton Johnstone Shield - new leaders!

Maddy Green’s Auckland Hearts had been leading all the way up until round five of the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield but, as the one-day regular season hit the halfway mark, a new leader was top of the table

14 December, 2025 in Domestic News

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Jess Kerr breaks elite Wellington record

The WHITE FERNS' outstanding touch continued in the sixth round of the national Hallyburton Johnstone Shield with a brilliant seven-for in Rangiora

14 December, 2025 in Domestic News