Stories by Stephen Hewson

Sports Call - The retiring Black Caps captain played from his gut and only knew one speed and that was full-speed.

Sports Call - Australia and the Black Caps played for three-and-a-half days but the result was effectively decided on day one, writes Stephen Hewson.

OPINION: As the nation lathers itself into a frenzy over whether the ghosts of World Cups past will come back to haunt the All Blacks, let's stop and think, writes Stephen Hewson.

New Zealand is aiming for a record haul of 14 medals at next year's Rio Olympics.

The odds may never get better for the Black Caps to achieve a rare series win in England as they begin the first of two Tests at the home of cricket.

A top two A-League finish beckons for the Wellington Phoenix - Stephen Hewson looks at their prospects.

Initially regarded by many as a test match specialist, Kane Williamson has shown just how key he is to New Zealand's Cricket World Cup campaign.

As the Black Caps seek to become the first New Zealand side to reach the cricket World Cup final, cricket reporter Stephen Hewson considers their chances. Audio

New Zealand have contested all 10 editions of the Cricket World Cup but never got past the semi-finals - will 2015 be any different?

Just when the Black Caps should have been basking in well deserved recognition for their series win over the West Indies, along comes "My name is Lou Vincent and I am a cheat".

Allegations of match-fixing reached a crescendo this week with leaks, headlines, charges, and Brendon McCullum's appearance before the media becoming a pivotal moment. Audio