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    ODT Odds On: Regulars return with new twist

    We are back by popular demand. ODT Odds On brought to you by the best wee sports bar in the world the BAA is back with a vengeance with a few added twists.

    ODT Rugby Chat: semifinals in the NPC

    ODT Rugby Chat: semifinals in the NPC

    On our ODT Rugby chat special this week brought to you by Fred's Fencing we are talking semifinals in the NPC, specifically Otago v Bay of Plenty.

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    Southland hooker Souchon to start for Otago

    Nic Souchon. Photo: Debbie Fahey Photography

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    Southland hooker Souchon to start for Otago

    Southland hooker Nic Souchon has popped up in an Otago team that includes a couple of other minor surprises for a home semifinal against Bay of Plenty in Dunedin tomorrow night.

    Ferns’ hopes hit as rain ends game

    White Ferns seamer Rosemary Mair (left) is congratulated by captain Sophie Devine after bowling...

    Ferns’ hopes hit as rain ends game

    The White Ferns’ chances of boosting their Women’s Cricket World Cup qualification hopes were spoiled by rain as their group stage clash against Sri Lanka was abandoned in Colombo yesterday.

    Players baffled over lack of resolution: Nweke

    Noeline Taurua. Photos: Getty Images

    Players baffled over lack of resolution: Nweke

    Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke has for the first time addressed the post-match speech in which she issued a plea for the return of embattled coach Dame Noeline Taurua.

    Buoyant on trial for return to NZ Cup week

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    Buoyant on trial for return to NZ Cup week

    Stakes-winning sprinter Buoyant recorded his biggest victory during New Zealand Cup Week at Riccarton three years ago

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    Wallace’s role to keep level head, pave way for others

    Otago manager Simon Wallace has a chat with some medical staff during the NPC quarterfinal...

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    Wallace’s role to keep level head, pave way for others

    Simon Wallace sees his role as paving the way for others to succeed.

    ‘Perfect’ draw for Ka Ying Rising

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    ‘Perfect’ draw for Ka Ying Rising

    New Zealand-bred sprinting sensation Ka Ying Rising was the first horse to have his barrier revealed for Saturday’s $A20 million ($NZ22.78m) group 1 The Everest (1200m)

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    Six Landers named in All Blacks XV

    All Blacks XV No 8 Christian Lio-Willie is lifted in a lineout during an Otago training session...

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    Six Landers named in All Blacks XV

    Highlanders fans have no reason to grumble about the All Blacks XV squad.

    Heads should roll, says ex-Silver Ferns selector

    Gail Parata. Photo: Getty Images

    Heads should roll, says ex-Silver Ferns selector

    Former Silver Ferns selector Gail Parata believes Dame Noeline Taurua is the only netball coach capable of leading the national side and  "heads need to roll" over her suspension.

    All Whites hold Norway to a draw

    Chris Wood had a couple of chances. Photo: Getty Images (file)

    All Whites hold Norway to a draw

    The All Whites turned in one of their best performances against highly ranked Norway holding them to a 1-1 draw in Oslo.

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    Two freestyle bronzes for in-form Deans

    Dunedin swimmer Caitlin Deans has been selected for the world championships in Singapore. PHOTO:...

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    Two freestyle bronzes for in-form Deans

    Caitlin Deans’ red-hot form continued at the opening stop of the world cup series in Indiana.

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    Betting on women’s bodies demeaning, degrading, disgusting

    Las Vegas Aces guard Dana Evans (11) looks to shoot against Seattle Storm centre Dominique...

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    Betting on women’s bodies demeaning, degrading, disgusting

    Just when you think things couldn’t get any worse — they do.

    Davidson set for historic first

    Hollie Davidson signals for a penalty to England during the Women’s Rugby World Cup final against...

    Davidson set for historic first

    Scottish referee Hollie Davidson will create history next month.

    Foran handed start

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    Foran handed start

    Kieran Foran has been handed a starting jersey by head coach Stacey Jones for the first leg of his farewell tour as a Kiwi.

    Proteas win thriller

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    Proteas win thriller

    Half-centuries from Chloe Tryon and Marizanne Kapp guided South Africa to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Bangladesh at the Women’s Cricket World Cup yesterday.

    Teamwork, resilience learned through playing sport

    Columba College all-rounder Charli Sinclair in action on the touch field. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Teamwork, resilience learned through playing sport

    As the school year draws to a close, the Otago Secondary Schools Sports Association celebrates some outstanding year 13 students across Otago

    Deluge of awards for Pledger

    Dylan Pledger. Photos: Gregor Richardson

    Deluge of awards for Pledger

    A lot of good players came away empty-handed from the Otago rugby awards at the Mornington Tavern last night.

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    Injury-prone Timu out of semifinal

    Josh Timu. Photo: supplied

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    Injury-prone Timu out of semifinal

    Injury-prone midfielder Josh Timu will miss Otago’s home semifinal against Bay of Plenty on Friday night.

    Pledger, Casey miss out on ABs XV selection

    Dylan Pledger. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Pledger, Casey miss out on ABs XV selection

    There is no room for rising Otago players Dylan Pledger or Lucas Casey in the All Blacks XV.
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