Kiwis beat Aussies in Christchurch ’super over’ thriller

CHRISTCHURCH – New Zealand claimed a sensational victory over Australia in a high-scoring Twenty20 International in Christchurch after the tied game was decided in a remarkable one-over playoff.

New Zealand batsman Brendon McCullum smashed an unbeaten 116 of 56 balls with 12 fours and eight sixes as … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Kiwis beat Aussies in Christchurch ’super over’ thriller.

China expresses regret over gymnastics age fraud punishment, says evidence insufficient

China expresses regret over gymnastics punishment

BEIJING – China expressed regret at a decision by international gymnastics officials to recommend stripping an Olympics bronze medal won 10 years ago after the athlete was found to be only 14 at the time, saying there was insufficient evidence.
The Chinese Gymnastics Association said it reserved the right to further … Read more >>.

FICA chief May warns of mass IPL withdrawals

SYDNEY – Federation of International Cricketers’ Associations (FICA) chief Tim May has warned of mass withdrawals from next month’s Indian Premier League (IPL) because of security fears.

“If the security situation does not improve, there could be mass withdrawals,” May told the BBC.
“There are just 13 days before the start of …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : FICA chief May warns of mass IPL withdrawals.

Watson relishes playing the role of villain as Kiwi crowds get stuck in

CHRISTCHURCH – Kiwi supporters have already singled out Australian opener Shane Watson as public enemy No.1 on this tour, screaming the house down during the first Twenty20 clash at Wellington, but the man is relishing every minute of it.

It … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Watson relishes playing the role of villain as Kiwi crowds get stuck in.

Vanessa Perroncel ‘wants John Terry to deny affair’

LONDON – English footballer Wayne Bridge’s ex fiancie Vanessa Perroncel wants soccer star John Terry to deny their alleged affair, as it is ruining her possibilities of reconciliation with her former partner, it has emerged.

The lingerie model is apparently angry at the …. Source  : Vanessa Perroncel ‘wants John Terry to deny affair’.

Wayne Bridge quits team for son’s sake

LONDON – Wayne Bridge has quit the England squad ahead of the 2010 World Cup for his son’s sake, it has been revealed.

The Manchester City star has apparently told friends that he would not be able to face his three- … Read more >>>.

Capello has got rid of all my fears: Gerrard

LONDON – Newly appointed England skipper Steven Gerrard has said that while the circumstances under which he was chosen captain might be tumultuous, he has got rid of his fears under boss Fabio Capello.

“I can certainly say I experienced fear when I went out … Original source on Gaea Times at : Capello has got rid of all my fears: Gerrard.

Kieswetter will take international cricket by storm: Cook

LONDON – Big-hitting Craig Kieswetter will take international cricket by storm, believes stand-in England captain Alastair Cook.

The South African-born wicketkeeper has been a revelation on England’s tour of Bangladesh and will open the batting in today’s first one-dayer.
After blasting a ton on his first England appearance last …. Read the original article  : here.

Ijaz Ahmed pitches for rookie spinner Raza Hasan’s inclusion in T20 World Cup squad

ISLAMABAD – Describing the 17 year old left-arm spinner Raza Hasan as a ‘talented’ lad , Pakistan U-19 cricket coach Ijaz Ahmed has said he must be included in the 15 member squad for the ICC T20 World Championship, scheduled to be held in April in the [..] Read the original article: here.

Depressed Cole tells pals of walking away from football

LONDON – Chelsea defender Ashley Cole, dealing with the collapse of his marriage to Cheryl Cole, is believed to be in turmoil and has talked about walking away from football.

According to reports, the fact that his divorce was sparked off by a series of love cheat exposes has piled more pressure on …. Read the original article  : Depressed Cole tells pals of walking away from football.

Marsh to miss one-day series in New Zealand

SYDNEY – Opening batsman Shaun Marsh will miss Australia’s one-day international series in New Zealand because of ongoing back problems, Cricket Australia said on Sunday.
Australia’s two-match Twenty20 series against the Black Caps concludes on Sunday in Christchurch with a five-game ODI … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Marsh to miss one-day series in New Zealand.

Winning trophies is about being a winner, not a loser: Man U boss Fergie

LONDON – Manchester United coach-cum-manager Alex Ferguson has said that winning trophies is not just about collecting trophies, but indicative of separating the winners from the losers over a sustained period of time.

“From a personal point of view, I don’t add …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Winning trophies is about being a winner, not a loser: Man U boss Fergie.

Holcomb boards the ‘Night Train,’ drives to America’s 1st bobsled gold since 1948

USA’s ‘Night Train’ drives into bobsled history

WHISTLER, British Columbia – They were bitter rivals, at least until the race was over.
Steve Holcomb has spent the better part of a decade chasing Andre Lange, trying to knock the German legend off his perch as bobsledding’s best pilot.
Saturday was Holcomb’s last chance.
Done deal. Bobsledding’s torch was passed. …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Ai Miyazato wins HSBC Champions for second straight LPGA Tour victory

Miyazato wins second straight event
SINGAPORE – Ai Miyazato won the HSBC Champions on Sunday to become the first LPGA Tour player in 44 years to sweep the first two events of a season, closing with 3-under 69 for a two-stroke victory over Cristie Kerr.

Miyazato, the 24-year-old Japanese star who won the LPGA Thailand last week, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Ai Miyazato wins HSBC Champions for second straight LPGA Tour victory.

Arsenal skipper Fabregas storms: We are victims!

LONDON – After witnessing his team-mate Aaron Ramsey suffer a broken leg at Stoke, Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas insisted that his team isn’t getting enough protection from referees.

Fabregas was visibly shaken at Ramsey’s injury but kept [..] Read the original article: here.

England football stars have duty to behave: Defoe

LONDON – England striker Jermain Defoe has said that footballers have a duty to behave decently both on and off the field.

“Footballers have to be aware they are role models for kids. We’re all human beings and people make mistakes,” The …. Original article  : England football stars have duty to behave: Defoe.

Frustrated Capello says Wags are a ‘virus’

LONDON – England manager Fabio Capello is so fed up with the distraction caused by footballers’ wives and girlfriends that he yesterday likened them to a virus.

He said he hoped they would stay away from his players on the pitch and in the training ground during this summer’s World Cup.
The Wags …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Virgin boss Richard Branson tells Ferrari: You’re just sad!

LONDON – Blasting Ferrari’s statement that F1 would have been better off if Toyota and BMW had not quit, Virgin racing boss Richard Branson has told the Italian F1 giants: ou’re just sad!

“I think that it’s a bit sad to see Ferrari carrying [..] Read the original article: here.

Confident Torres pleads with Benitez to utilize him fully

LONDON – Liverpool striker Fernando Torres, who has just recovered from knee and groin injuries, has urged boss Rafa Benitez not to wrap him in cotton wool.

Returning to action after six weeks, Torres has made it clear to his fellow Spaniard that he wants to be fully involved … Read : Confident Torres pleads with Benitez to utilize him fully.

Terry won’t captain England again: Capello

LONDON – Coach Fabio Capello has said that John Terry will never again captain England.
Terry had expressed the hope that he might regain the captaincy once the scandal had died down but in the build-up to England’s friendly against Egypt on Wednesday Capello, the England manager, ruled out such … Original source on Gaea Times at : Terry won’t captain England again: Capello.