Ben Francis
New ZealandjournalistMale5.9Global Dominance: 0.00%Ben Francis is a sports journalist at the NZ Herald with a career spanning since 2016, where he has reported on various sports, including rugby league and darts.
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Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
On the Up: Teen squash star Yusra Rashid aiming high after national successNew Zealand· 2026-08-11
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald covering sports news.
Warriors v Panthers: Key takeaways as Luke Metcalf makes statement, Wahs learn from past mistakesNew Zealand· 2026-08-08
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors v Panthers player ratings: Luke Metcalf returns with perfect scoreNew Zealand· 2026-08-08
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors perform historic Ngā Tamatoa haka before Panthers clashNew Zealand· 2026-08-07Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors v Panthers: Line-ups, kickoff time, how to watch – all you need to knowNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
All Blacks v Springboks: Sean Fitzpatrick rates 1996 series win ahead of World Cup triumphNew Zealand· 2026-08-04
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Manu Vatuvei: Key factors in the redemption story of ‘The Beast’New Zealand· 2026-08-04
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
All Blacks vs Springboks: Former players share memories of historic 1996 triumph in South AfricaNew Zealand· 2026-08-04
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Commonwealth Games: Silver Ferns and Sydnee Andrews win gold as NZ claims eight final-day medalsNew Zealand· 2026-08-02
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Commonwealth Games live updates: New Zealand chase final medals ahead of closing ceremonyNew Zealand· 2026-08-02Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Commonwealth Games live updates: New Zealand chase more medals on penultimate dayNew Zealand· 2026-08-01Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Richie Mo’unga becomes eligible for All Blacks return after scoring match-winning try for CanterburyNew Zealand· 2026-08-01
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald covering breaking sports news.
Former All Black Julian Savea takes up head coaching role at MahurangiNew Zealand· 2026-07-31
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
New Zealand Football to take time to review Gianni Infantino’s controversial private investment plansNew Zealand· 2026-07-30
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Ryan Fox savours Open Championship win after stunning Royal Birkdale finishNew Zealand· 2026-07-20
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors v Tigers: Key takeaways as Andrew Webster’s side dominate despite costly errorsNew Zealand· 2026-07-13
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
All Blacks: Ranking every Will Jordan try after breaking NZ test recordNew Zealand· 2026-07-12
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors v Tigers player ratings: Jacob Laban produces coming-of-age performance in big winNew Zealand· 2026-07-10
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
State of Origin Game III: New South Wales defy odds to beat Queensland and win seriesNew Zealand· 2026-07-08
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald covering sports news.
Paralympics: Jess Johnstone targets Dame Sophie Pascoe’s record on charge towards LA28New Zealand· 2026-07-08
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors v Dolphins player ratings: Te Maire Martin continues to shine; centre’s woeful performanceNew Zealand· 2026-06-27
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter covering breaking sports news for the New Zealand Herald.
Twenty20 World Cup: White Ferns survive scare against Ireland to keep title defence aliveNew Zealand· 2026-06-19
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald.
Warriors v Panthers player ratings: Taine Tuaupiki keeps grip on No 1 jersey, Origin prospects impressNew Zealand· 2026-06-01
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald, mostly covering breaking sports news.
On the Up: How ‘unexpected’ paracanoe silver helped validate Finn Murphy’s decision to amputate legNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald.
Blues v Crusaders: Player ratings and All Blacks watch, young stars shine as veterans struggleNew Zealand· 2026-03-07
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald covering breaking sports news.
Winter Paralympics: Corey Peters on the expectation of defending downhill sitting gold in Milano CortinaNew Zealand· 2026-03-03
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Auckland FC v Melbourne City: Black Knights find groove to finish month unbeatenNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors coach Andrew Webster lifts lid on Mitch Barnett’s decision to leave NRL clubNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Warriors pre-season: The winners and losers from trials ahead of 2026 NRL seasonNew Zealand· 2026-02-23
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
Timbersports community mourns Nathan McDonald after leukaemia battleNew Zealand· 2026-02-13
