Oliver Bennett

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Oliver Bennett is a New Zealand-based news reporter for New Zealand News, covering national, political and breaking stories.
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Pollock’s hat-trick against Fiji strengthens case for England start

Pollock, pace and potential offer glimpse of promised land for England

Henry Pollock’s hat-trick for England against Fiji sparks debate over his inclusion in the starting lineup. The 21-year-old’s stellar performance has caught the

Speculation grows over Jarome Luai’s relationship with Benji Marshall

Martin Luai: Rumours of Luai-Benji feud intensify after curious Instagram acts - Nine.com.au

Speculation mounts over Jarome Luai’s relationship with Benji Marshall after Luai’s confirmed departure from Wests Tigers despite a 2027 contract. He’ll join PN

Italy coach attributes All Blacks loss to scheduling and referee decisions

Italy’s coach blamed World Rugby scheduling for their All Blacks thrashing. Does he have a point?

Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada blames scheduling, referee decisions, and weather for the All Blacks loss in Wellington. Read his post-match comments.

Argentina wears black armbands to remember Antonio Rattín

Why is Argentina wearing black armbands? Remembering Antonio Rattín - USA Today

Argentina’s national football team honours football legend Antonio Rattín by wearing black armbands during their World Cup quarterfinal against Switzerland.

Argentina defeats 10-man Switzerland in World Cup quarter-final

Argentina lead Switzerland in World Cup quarter-final

Argentina triumphs over 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in a thrilling World Cup quarter-final in Kansas City, securing their spot against England in the semi-finals.

Argentina and Switzerland quarter-final sees late drama and red card

Late drama unfolded in the Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup quarter-final in Kansas City, featuring a Swiss equaliser and a red card for Breel Embolo. Find o

Argentina takes 1-0 lead over Switzerland in World Cup quarter-final

World Cup semi-final spot on the line as Argentina meet Switzerland

Argentina leads Switzerland 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final! Alexis Mac Allister scored early from a Messi corner. Follow the action live from Kans

Argentina secure five-try victory over Wales in Nations Championship

Argentina vs Wales: Nations Championship 2026 - Hosts secure five-try win

Argentina secured a dominant five-try victory over Wales in the Nations Championship in San Juan. Discover how their pace, power, and guile overwhelmed the Wels

South African World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25

Rising star’s sudden death shocks South African football

Tragic news as South African World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams of Mamelodi Sundowns passes away at 25. Learn more about the young talent’s sudden death.

Kostecki secures fifth pole of 2026 as Triple Eight faces qualifying challenges

Kostecki bounces back, Triple Eight buried

Brodie Kostecki claims his fifth Boost Mobile Pole Award of 2026 in Townsville, narrowly beating Cam Waters. Kostecki’s comeback after a health scare sets him u