Phillps, Ferguson star as New Zealand beat Ireland in first T20
Glenn Phillips' quick-fire 69 and four wickets from Lockie Ferguson inspired New Zealand's 31-run win over Ireland in their opening Twenty20 international on Monday.
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Ireland suffer 31 run defeat in T20 against New Zealand
Ireland have been defeated by New Zealand by 31 runs in their opening T20 international in Belfast.
July internationals Team of the Week: Ireland dominate after superb series win over the All Blacks
Ireland lead the way with five players in our XV after their victory over New Zealand, while South Africa are next best with three representatives.
'On the back foot' - Journalist slams 5/10 Newcastle man over dismal Mainz display
Newcastle United striker Chris Wood was criticised on Monday for his display in the 1-0 defeat to Mainz in Austria.
All Blacks are underdogs, but 'direct, physical, unimaginative' Boks aren't Ireland, says Kiwi scribe
The upcoming clash between the Springboks and the All Blacks in the Rugby Championship is eagerly awaited by rugby fans, with South Africa having home ground advantage in both matches.
Tonight's rugby news as Ireland star cited for brutal All Blacks incident and former Welsh scrum-half dies
Here are the latest rugby headlines on Monday, July 18.
World Cup heroics and jaw-dropping belligerence – Ben Stokes’ best ODI moments
England Test captain Ben Stokes has taken the shock decision to retire from one-day internationals and will bow out with a final match at his home ground of Chester-le-Street on Tuesday.
Andrew Porter cited for high tackle in win over All Blacks
Ireland prop Andrew Porter has been cited for a high tackle during the Test series-clinching victory over New Zealand in Wellington.