Lara Bingle ‘wants her slice of Michael Clarke’s fortune’

MELBOURNE – Lara Bingle wants a slice of her ex-fiancee Aussie cricketer Michael Clarke’s fortune, it has emerged.

The 22-year-old Australian model, who split from cricketer Clarke following her involvement in a nude photograph scandal earlier this year, has allegedly been encouraged by her mother Sharon to seek a seven-figure payout from her ex-fianc???.

“[Sharon] feels [Michael ... Read more >>>.

World Cup fans to enjoy 'Singing Sandwich'

LONDON - Football fans will be able to support the World Cup with their lunch, thanks to the launch of a new singing sandwich.

According to Sky News, Tesco is selling the limited edition fiery Jalapeno Chicken sandwich, inspired by the England team’s spicy diet of tabasco sauce, wasabi paste and sharp English mustard.

Tesco food developer .... Read the original article  : World Cup fans to enjoy ‘Singing Sandwich’.

Paine a step closer to making Test debut for Australia

SYDNEY - Australian wicketkeeper Tim Paine is hoping that his recall to the one-day team could prove a stepping-stone towards earning a Test debut.

Paine was inducted in the squad for the winter tour to replace the injured Brad Haddin after the senior wicketkeeper failed to recover from a bout of tennis elbow.

Haddin’s problem .... Original source  : Paine a step closer to making Test debut for Australia.

Selection dilemma for South Africa ahead of first Test against Windies

CAPE TOWN - South African cricket team is facing a selection dilemma in choosing between two of their outstanding performers during recent one-day series, Ryan McLaren and Lonwabo Tsotsobe, to replace the injured Wayne Parnell for the first Test against the West Indies.

The Proteas may pick a second spinner on a pitch that traditionally assists ... Read more >>.

Spanish ace Villa backs England to win World Cup

LONDON - Spanish superstar David Villa has surprisingly backed England to win the World Cup, branding Fabio Capello’s team ‘The Perfect Generation.’

In recent years, England team is brimming with talent and is seen as capable of ending decades of World Cup draught by winning a major tournament.

Villa, who joined Barcelona in a 35 .... Source article on Gaea Times at  : Spanish ace Villa backs England to win World Cup.

Goalkeepers 'spaghetti legs' gives edge in saving penalties

LONDON - Scientist have found the best way to save penalties is goalkeeping legend Bruce Grobbelaar’s famous “spaghetti legs”.

The former Liverpool goalkeeper’s crazy antics were critical to his team’s victory in the 1984 European Cup final against AS Roma, research suggests.

The findings show that Grobbelaar stole a march on scientists when he invented his wobblyknees ... Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Goalkeepers ’spaghetti legs’ gives edge in saving penalties.

Big catch: Nationals select JUCO slugger Bryce Harper with No. 1 pick in draft

Slugger Bryce Harper goes No. 1 to Nationals

SECAUCUS, N.J. - The Washington Nationals are becoming the franchise of phenoms.
First, Stephen Strasburg. Now, Bryce Harper. Suddenly, the future looks bright in the nation’s capital.
“Other teams are recognizing now that the Nationals aren’t just a pushover,” said Davey Johnson, in his first year as a special adviser .... Source  : Gaea News Network.

Bryce Harper: Draft Numero Uno

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The overall number one pick in the MLB Drafts this year Bryce Harper has become quite a sensation in very little time. The catcher for College of Southern Nevada was picked by the Washington Nationals. The 17 year old has been listed as an outfielder. The move is expected to benefit ... Read more »»».

Inter Milan players arrive at World Cup in South Africa looking to cap perfect season

Inter Milan players looking to cap perfect season

JOHANNESBURG - Inter Milan has already had an extraordinary season and many of its players could be celebrating even more by July 11.
The Italian club has 10 players at the World Cup and they are in line for a clean sweep of all major trophies if they win ... Original article on : Inter Milan players arrive at World Cup in South Africa looking to cap perfect season.

Rooney criticized for 'F*** you' referee rant

LONDON - Referee Jeff Selogilwe has criticized England’s ace striker Wayne Rooney for his behaviour in the warm-up game against South African outfit Platinum Stars.

Rooney has been branded a foul-mouthed World Cup liability after he insulted the referee.

Selogilwe booked Rooney during the 3-0 win, and said: “Rooney insulted me, he said ‘F*** you’. He [..] Read the original article: here.

Sania to quit tennis in two years to focus on hubby, marriage

BIRMINGHAM – Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza has said she will quit tennis within two years to concentrate on her marriage.

“I want to concentrate on my married life and it is not an easy job to stay away from husband soon after marriage. I will quit in two years,” The News quoted Sania, as … Read : Sania to quit tennis in two years to focus on hubby, marriage.

Brazilian legend’s recipe for WC success-sex and booze!

LONDON – Football legend and a member of the victorious Brazilian team in 1994, Branco, said that sex and booze is the recipe for a successful World Cup.

The fullback said that sex does you good during the finals, as long as it is not with a teammate’s missus!

“What harm is there in it? … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Brazilian legend’s recipe for WC success-sex and booze!.

ICC says Sri Lanka’s new World Cup stadiums on track

COLOMBO – The International Cricket Council (ICC) has said that new Sri Lankan stadiums for next year’s World Cup are on track to host international games before the start of the tournament.

Sri Lanka, which is co-hosting the tournament with India and Bangladesh, will stage 12 games at Colombo’s Premadasa stadium and at the newly …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ICC says Sri Lanka’s new World Cup stadiums on track.

Furious Capello howls up England team during warm up game

LONDON – England boss Fabio Capello got furious over his team’s performance after a dismal opening first half of the final World Cup warm-up against the Platinum Stars.

He stormed into the dressing room and lashed out at his lacklustre side before stomping out again.

Capello further showed his anger by making 10 substitutions for the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Furious Capello howls up England team during warm up game.

Computer boffins pick Spain as winner of World Cup

LONDON – Spain will lift the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, thanks to goals from David Villa and Cesc Fabregas, where as England will crash out on penalties against Brazil in the semi-finals, according to computer boffins.

Using 1,700 scouts across the globe, EA Sports gave players a rating for various attributes before simulating …. Original article  : Computer boffins pick Spain as winner of World Cup.

High-speed train revs into Johannesburg for World Cup

JOHANNESBURG – A high-speed train service revved into action in South Africa Tuesday, linking Johannesburg’s international airport, Africa’s biggest, with the World Cup host city in record time.

The 25.4-billion-rand ($3.2 billion) Gautrain began service three days before the World Cup kicks off in Johannesburg.
The sleek silver-and-gold trains clip along at a maximum speed … Read this article on Gaea Times at : High-speed train revs into Johannesburg for World Cup.

While Brazil is favored, almost half North American fans predict US triumph at the World Cup

North American fans predict US triumph at the WCup

JOHANNESBURG – While many soccer fans expect Brazil to win the World Cup for a record sixth time, almost half of the North Americans surveyed predict an unexpected triumph for the United States.
Bookmakers rate Brazil and Spain as the favorites to win the title at Soccer City … Read more »».

Barry out of England’s opener

LONDON – Gareth Barry confirmed Tuesday that he will miss England’s football World Cup opener against the United States.

Barry suffered an ankle injury at the beginning of last month, and had been a doubt for the squad, but he recovered ahead of schedule and will resume full training on Tuesday.
The 29-year-old will not, though, … Original article on : Barry out of England’s opener.

Christopher ‘Cito’ Culver Goes To New York Yankees

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- On Monday night’s The New York Yankees used their first round draft pick to get the Irondequoit High School shortstop Christopher “Cito” Culver to the team. Christopher ‘Cito’ Culver was the last of the first round draft pick and the 32 overall. The move of the New York Yankees has surprised …. Read the original article  : here.

MLB Drafts 2010: No Major Surprises

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Quite a few surprises were seen in the Major League Baseball (MLB) Drafts this year as a number of high-school students were picked quite early by the teams. Though the players are not expected to make the majors in the next couple of years, the team will undertake the grooming process …. Original article  : MLB Drafts 2010: No Major Surprises.