Sports News – Newsletter for November 29, 2010

BCS Rankings Has Been Declared

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The BCS Rankings have been determined yesterday in the evening. It brought an end to many speculations and anticipations that were surrounding the football scenario for several days. Although, it was quite predictable for those who have been following the series regularly, its formal declaration legally ended the speculations regarding which …. Original article  : BCS Rankings Has Been Declared.

San Diego Chargers Win Last Night’s NFL Fight

INDIANAPOLIS (GaeaTimes.com)- Last night turned out to be extremely depressing for the Indianapolis Colts fans after the home team lost its match against the San Diego Chargers. The defeat came up as a blow for the Indianapolis Colts as they were crushed down in this NFL fight by the rival team with a score of …. Original article  : San Diego Chargers Win Last Night’s NFL Fight.

Eboue, the cook, is life and soul of the Gunners

LONDON – Emmanuel Eboue is the life and soul of the Arsenal dressing room.

According to the Sun, midfielder Manu’s also the biggest entertainer away from The Emirates stadium – thanks to his dinner parties.

The Ivory Coast star and his missus are each a dab hand in the kitchen and they regularly serve up gourmet … Original article on : Eboue, the cook, is life and soul of the Gunners.

My mum taught me anything was possible, says Rio Ferdinand

LONDON – Footballer Rio Ferdinand is captain of England and Manchester United, and says that his mum, Janice, taught him that anything was possible in life.

When away from football, Rio, 32, has produced films, runs a record company, edits a digital magazine and has established the Rio Ferdinand Live The Dream Foundation, which helps young … Read more >>.

Man U’s Berbatov credits Rooney with firing him up to hammer Blackburn

LONDON – Dimitar Berbatov has credited Wayne Rooney for firing him up to score five goals out of the seven that led to Manchester United’s 7-1 hammering of Blackburn.

Asked whether it was good to have Rooney back as a strike partner, The Sun quoted Berbatov, as saying: “Of course it’s good. He’s the type … Read more »».

Ronaldo warns Barca that nothing can stop Real Madrid

LONDON – Portuguese star striker Cristiano Ronaldo has warned the Barcelona that nothing they do can stop Real Madrid winning at the Nou Camp tonight.

Barca fans hate Ronaldo and Real boss Jose Mourinho so much that many are expecting the most hostile atmosphere since Luis Figo was pelted with coins, cigarette lighters, bicycle chains, mobile …. Source  : Ronaldo warns Barca that nothing can stop Real Madrid.

Eng Vs Aus Test Drawn

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA (GaeaTimes.com)- In what turned out to be a rather dramatic Eng vs Aus test, in spite of ending in a draw, the tone is set for the rest of the historic series. Ricky Ponting has earlier spoken about his expectations from the tournament and the pain that his side felt after losing … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Eng Vs Aus Test Drawn.

1,342 cricket teams in fray for Himachal’s T-20 league

SHIMLA – The second edition of the Jaypee Twenty20 Mahasangram, a local version of Twenty20 league and billed as the worlds largest cricket tournament, began in Himachal Pradesh Monday, an organiser said here.

The knock-out tournament that would see 1,342 teams playing, mainly from rural areas across the state, began this (Monday) morning. The inaugural …. Source  : 1,342 cricket teams in fray for Himachal’s T-20 league.

Ashes 2010: England considering further skin cancer tests after Flower scare

BRISBANE – The England squad are considering further skin cancer screening following the health scare involving Andy Flower.

Flower, the England team director, returned to duty on Sunday after missing two days of the first Test after having a melanoma, a form of skin cancer, removed from under his right eye.

The touring party, including …. Source  : Ashes 2010: England considering further skin cancer tests after Flower scare.

Cook, Trott record partnership humiliates Oz as England draw Ashes opener

BRISBANE – England opening batsman Alastair Cook and Jonathan Trott set a series of records on day five of the first Test of the Ashes series in Brisbane, as the match finished in an expected draw on Monday.

Cook hit a career-best 235 not out, while Trott made an unbeaten 135, as merciless England declared the …. Original source  : Cook, Trott record partnership humiliates Oz as England draw Ashes opener.

Ponting to be tested over Johnson’s poor form

BRISBANE – Australian cricket captain Ricky Ponting could face an intriguing test of loyalty when it comes to left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Johnson, who has been in poor form with the ball.

According to news.com.au, Johnson’s struggles with the ball have become so acute that he seems to have lost confidence. He is already sapped by [..] Read the original article: here.

Aussies have lost their aura

BRISBANE – If England cricket captain Andrew Strauss is to be believed, the Australian team is on its last legs.

Strauss and most of his team-mates are convinced that the Australians are no longer the force thy use to be on the cricket field, and have in fact, lost their invincible aura.

According to news.com.au, a draw …. Source article  : Aussies have lost their aura.

Kelly Brook gets cosy with rugby player Thom Evans

LONDON – Although they haven’t made their relationship, Kelly Brook and her ex Danny Cipriani’s former team mate Thom Evans have already been spotted cuddling and kissing.

The pair was spotted getting cosy at her favourite May Fair hotel in London as she continued celebrating her 31st birthday week.

Brook caressed Thom’s bulging biceps as he admired [..] Read the original article: here.

England Vs Australia: Day 5 Updates

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The first test between England and Australia ended in a draw but both teams will have a lot of positives to take from the match that turned out to be a roller coaster ride for the cricket fans. While Alistair Cook turned out to be the rescuer for England …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : England Vs Australia: Day 5 Updates.

Zulqarnain’s family receive threats following bid to blow lid on corruption in Pak cricket

KARACHI – Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Zulqarnain Haider’s family has reportedly received threatening calls after the player said that he would expose people involved in corruption in Pakistan cricket.

“Zulqarnain’s wife got three calls today, two from an unknown number and one from a number in Greece in which the caller speaking in Urdu threatened her of …. Source  : Zulqarnain’s family receive threats following bid to blow lid on corruption in Pak cricket.

Vincent Jackson Leaves Early

INDIANAPOLIS (GaeaTimes.com)- Sunday’s match between San Diego Chargers and Indianapolis Colts saw San Diego Chargers’s Vincent Jackson take an early leave from the game, after he complained of a calf injury. This was the first time the player had appeared on field after he had missed out a large number of games in this season.
The …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Liverpool’s Carragher facing spell out with shoulder injury

LONDON – Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a suspected dislocated left shoulder during his side’s 1-2 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur here Sunday.

Carragher had to leave the field late on after suffering the injury and though it will be assessed by the club Monday, manager Roy Hodgson …. Original source  : Liverpool’s Carragher facing spell out with shoulder injury.

Alistair Cook Rescues England

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Alistair Cook made history on Australian soil by notching up a double century in a match that looked completely in favor of Australia on Day 3. With a 221 run-lead in the first innings, it looked like Australia were en route to another historical test win in the first test of …. Original article  : Alistair Cook Rescues England.

Jon Gruden, Miami Hurricanes’ New Hope?

MIAMI (GaeaTimes.com)- Since the last two days there have been several speculations about who would be the next head coach of the Miami Hurricanes, after Randy Shannon was fired from his post, the day before yesterday. The speculation over Jon Gruden’s entry to the team as Randy Shannon’s replacement, seems to be coming true.
A [..] Read the original article: here.

Federer beats Nadal to win fifth year-end title

LONDON – Roger Federer overcame Rafael Nadal 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 Sunday to win the fifth year-end title of his career with victory in the final of the ATP World Tour Finals.

The Swiss with a record 16 Grand Slam titles clocked his 66th career trophy and his eighth win against 14 defeats by Nadal. He …. Original source  : Federer beats Nadal to win fifth year-end title.