Abraham, Bhutia promote 2010 FIFA World Cup

MUMBAI – With less than 99 days to go for the 2010 FIFA World Cup that kicks off in South Africa, ace footballer Bhaichung Bhutia and Bollywood actor John Abraham have joined hands to promote the lively game on a mass scale … Read more »».

Pak investigators ‘clueless’ about Sri Lankan cricket team bus attackers one year on

LAHORE – It been a year (March 3, 2009) since the audacious terror attack on the visiting Sri Lankan cricket team took place in Lahore and cricket authorities in Pakistan are still struggling to hold any international event in the country, but there … Read : Pak investigators ‘clueless’ about Sri Lankan cricket team bus attackers one year on.

Christine Bleakley, Frank Lampard still dating?

LONDON – It looks like Irish television presenter Christine Bleakley and English footballer Frank Lampard are still an item after the two were spotted on a night out together.

Bleakley, 31, and Lampard, 32, were pictured leaving the Dorchester Hotel and hopping into the back …. Source  : Christine Bleakley, Frank Lampard still dating?.

Danielle Lloyd expecting Jamie O’Hara’s baby

LONDON – English glamour model Danielle Lloyd has confirmed that she is pregnant with footballer fiance Jamie O’Hara’s baby.

Lloyd, 26, revealed that she is “very excited” about the baby’s arrival in July.
“I am pleased to confirm that Danielle Lloyd and Jamie O’Hara are expecting their … Read more >>.

Tevez says ‘love cheat’ Terry would have been dead in Argentina

LONDON – Manchester City’s striker Carlos Tevez launched an astonishing attack on Chelsea skipper John Terry by saying that if someone in his homeland had an affair with a teammate’s girlfriend, like Terry did with Wayne Bridge’s, they “would not survive”.

“If you acted like this in Argentina you’d be dead,” Tevez said in reaction to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Tevez says ‘love cheat’ Terry would have been dead in Argentina.

“Under scrutiny” Prior confident of continuing with his “good job”

CHITTAGONG – England wicketkeeper Matt Prior insists he is unfazed by reports that national selectors might be tempted to hand over the gloves to reserve wicketkeeper Craig Kieswetter for Saturday’s final ODI against Bangladesh in Chittagong.

Prior is currently England coach Andy Flower’s first-choice wicketkeeper in all three formats of the game, but there is always … Read more : “Under scrutiny” Prior confident of continuing with his “good job”.

Baylor dunk sensation Brittney Griner likely to be disciplined for punching opponent in face

Baylor’s Griner likely to be disciplined for punch

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Baylor star who created buzz with her above-the-rim dunks is likely to face discipline after punching an opposing player in the face.
Officials ejected Brittney Griner after the freshman punched Texas Tech’s Jordan Barncastle in No. 14 Baylor’s 69-60 win over the Lady Raiders on … Original source on Gaea Times at : Baylor dunk sensation Brittney Griner likely to be disciplined for punching opponent in face.

New Zealand irked by Johnson’s light punishment

WELLINGTON – The New Zealand cricket team is not commenting publicly over the Styris-Johnson spat, but some members are understood to be irked at the Australian bowler’s light punishment.
New Zealand’s match winner Scott Styris was fined 15 per cent …. Source  : New Zealand irked by Johnson’s light punishment.

Younis to promote faith and unity among players for better results

KARACHI – Newly appointed Pakistan cricket coach Waqar Younis has said his prime focus would be on promoting faith and unity among players, and added that the same team which ‘underperformed’ in Australia could go on to beat even the best team in the world.

“Its …. Read the original article  : Younis to promote faith and unity among players for better results.

New Zealand media cries foul over Howard’s nomination for ICC vice-presidency

AUCKLAND – New Zealand media have cried foul over Cricket Australia and New Zealand Cricket’s joint nomination of former Prime Minister John Howard to be the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) vice-president for two years.

A certain section of the media claimed that Howard has … Original source on Gaea Times at : New Zealand media cries foul over Howard’s nomination for ICC vice-presidency.

Woods return at Augusta Masters tournament will not be surprising: Nicklaus

MELBOURNE – Golf legend Jack Nicklaus has said he will not be surprised if Tiger Woods makes his return to competitive golf at the Augusta National.

Speculation about Woods’s return to the golfing circuit has escalated with further …. Original source  : Woods return at Augusta Masters tournament will not be surprising: Nicklaus.

Ashley Cole ‘gives up Cheryl reconciliation hopes’

LONDON – ‘Love cheat’ Ashley Cole has reportedly given up on hopes of reconciliation with his wife Cheryl.

The soccer ace was purported to be doing his best in winning back the Girls Aloud beauty after he cheated on her with a string of other women.
Ashley is now said to have accepted …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Ashley Cole ‘gives up Cheryl reconciliation hopes’.

PCB inquiry committee proposes hefty fine on Afridi, Akmal

LAHORE – A Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) inquiry committee formed to look into the national team’s disastrous performance Down Under, has proposed hefty fine on wicket keeper Kamran Akmal and all-rounder Shahid Afridi for violating the player’s code of conduct during …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : PCB inquiry committee proposes hefty fine on Afridi, Akmal.

Lewis Hamilton confirms he’s back with Nicole Scherzinger

LONDON – Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton has reunited with the ‘Pussycat Dolls’ singer Nicole Scherzinger after parting ways in January to focus on their career.

The sport star, who is presently in Bahrain for a competition, revealed that they have come to terms with their busy schedules.
“I would love for Nicole …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Pak chief selector Mohsin Khan wants separate T20 squad

KARACHI – Newly-appointed Pakistan chief selector Mohsin Khan has suggested picking up a separate squad for T20 format, saying the bang-bang version of the game is hurting Test and one-day prospects of the national squad.

“Twenty20 cricket has already damaged our Test and one-day performances. I will be suggesting to the board to have …. Read the original article  : here.

Terry pays tribute to England fans

LONDON – Former England captain John Terry, who feared fans fury over the Bridgegate affair, has paid tribute to them after emerging triumphant from his ordeal at Wembley.

England fought back to beat Egypt 3-1 with Terry looking unflappable at the back.
Some fans booed his name and jeered his first touch of the ball, but he …. Original source  : Terry pays tribute to England fans.

Outrage in New Zealand media over Johnson’s Napier ODI “head clash”

NAPIER – New Zealand media have strongly reacted to Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson’s head butt with New Zealand batsman Scott Styris during Wednesday’s opening ODI at McLean Park in Napier.

Johnson appeared to head-butt Styris’s helmet after a verbal battle in the 46th over of the New Zealand’s innings, when Styris hit him for successive …. Original article  : Outrage in New Zealand media over Johnson’s Napier ODI “head clash”.

Howard supports India’s powerful off-field stature in world cricket

SYDNEY – ICC vice-president-elect John Howard has denied India’s powerful off-field stature is a problem for world cricket.

Howard has been also nominated as the Cricket Australia and the New Zealand Cricket candidate to serve as ICC president from 2012.
He said India’s relative strength and love for the game should be embraced rather than feared.
“India is … Read : Howard supports India’s powerful off-field stature in world cricket.

Johnson, Styris fined over Napier ODI “head clash”

NAPIER – Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson has been fined 60 percent of his match fee for headbutting New Zealand batsman Scott Styris’s helmet during Wednesday’s opening ODI at McLean Park in Napier.

The ICC said Johnson, who appeared to head-butt Styris’s helmet after a verbal battle in the 46th over of the New Zealand’s innings, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Lara Bingle’s agent denies $200k nude photo scandal deal

SYDNEY – Lara Bingle’s agent has dismissed reports that the model has signed a 200,000-dollar deal to tell her side of the story in the nude photo scandal.

Publicist Max Markson said that the fiancee of Australian cricketer Michael Clarke has no plans to reveal to any magazines or television stations how she reacted to the … Read more >>>.