Now, ManU’s Patrice Evra in ‘kiss and tell’ scandal

LONDON – Manchester United’s Patrice Evra, who is married and has a four year-old son, has been spotted getting a kiss from a blonde in a hotel lobby.

CCTV’s in the hotel have recorded the mystery woman planting the kiss on the footballer’s cheek, while they waited by the … Original article on : Now, ManU’s Patrice Evra in ‘kiss and tell’ scandal.

Johnson, Harris help Australia register tense 12-run win over Kiwis in Auckland ODI

MELBOURNE – Australia registered a tense 12-run win over New Zealand in the second one-day international at Auckland.
Ryan Harris and Mitchell Johnson took seven wickets between them to bowl Australia to a tense victory.
Chasing a revised target of 266 from 45 overs in …. Source  : Johnson, Harris help Australia register tense 12-run win over Kiwis in Auckland ODI.

Ben Roethlisberger Accused Of Assault

MILLEDGEVILLE (GaeaTimes.com)- Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger is accused of assaulting a woman in a club on Thursday night. Reports indicate that the woman has been sexually assaulted by Ben Roethlisberger in one of the clubs of the Capitol City and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. It has been reported that … Read more »»».

Rodney Stuckey At Cleveland Clinic

CLEVELAND (GaeaTimes.com)- Rodney Stuckey fell unconscious following a timeout session where he had walked off the floor on Friday night during Piston and Cleveland Cavaliers game. Rodney Stuckey was reportedly taken off the floor and hurried all the way to Cleveland Clinic in an ambulance. It is being said that Rodney Stuckey is doing well …. Source article  : Rodney Stuckey At Cleveland Clinic.

Benitez backs ‘injury free’ Liverpool to bag fourth place in Premiere League

LONDON – Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez reckons the injury woes, which blew his team’s season apart, could be the crucial factor in their charge for a Champions League finish.

Liverpool crashed out of contention for all major trophies, as stars Steven Gerrard, Glen Johnson and Fernando Torres were unavailable for vast chunks of the opening six … Read more >>.

Ryder named in New Zealand’s preliminary squad for T20 World Cup

NAPIER – New Zealand batsman Jesse Ryder, who has had an operation to try to repair his long-term abdominal injury, has been included in the Black Caps’ preliminary squad of 30 for the World Twenty20 championship.

The tournament starts on April 30 in West Indies and New Zealand’s squad will be trimmed to 15 by the …. Source  : Ryder named in New Zealand’s preliminary squad for T20 World Cup.

Ponting draws line on aggression for ODI series against New Zealand

NAPIER – Australian skipper Ricky Ponting has warned his players against letting their on-field aggression go too far during the ongoing Chappell-Hadlee ODI series against New Zealand.
Both camps are reveling in the passion and emotion generated by New Zealand’s sensational victory in the second international Twenty20 game and the opening clash of the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Ponting draws line on aggression for ODI series against New Zealand.

United winger Valencia says he’s not in same league as Ronaldo

LONDON – Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia’s impressive start to life at Old Trafford has already yielded one winner’s medal, seven goals and numerous assists, but he insists that he does not desire to be compared with Cristiano Ronaldo.

Valencia has come of age succeeding right-wing spot held so famously by David Beckham and Ronaldo, and …. Original source  : United winger Valencia says he’s not in same league as Ronaldo.

Testing times ahead for ‘under fire’ PCB boss Butt

LAHORE – The next few days would test the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ijaz Butt’s tactfulness and skills regarding handling issues in the board, as he has to make everal important decisions in days to come.

He is also likely to face action for some of his recent ‘unilateral’ decisions.
Butt has to appoint a captain or … Read more »»».

Michelle Obama ‘bends it like Beckham’ to promote anti-obesity campaign

LONDON – Michelle Obama showed off some fancy footwork while promoting her “Let’s Move” anti-obesity campaign on a football pitch in Washington.

The US First Lady took to the ground with a group of children at a football clinic to encourage youngsters to exercise daily for at least an hour.
“We’re determined to finally take on one …. Original article  : Michelle Obama ‘bends it like Beckham’ to promote anti-obesity campaign.

Camilo Villegas takes roundabout way to Honda Classic, shares 36-hole lead with Anthony Kim

Villegas, Kim share 36-hole lead at Honda Classic

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. – Camilo Villegas is proving that practice is overrated.
Sleep, too, for that matter.
His trip to the Honda Classic could have been an easy five-hour flight from Phoenix. Instead, it was a 2??-day whirlwind through his native Colombia, replete with sponsor events and youth clinics, …. Source article  : Camilo Villegas takes roundabout way to Honda Classic, shares 36-hole lead with Anthony Kim.

Tiger Woods’ wife returns to family home

NEW YORK – Disgraced golfer Tiger Woods’ wife has moved back into their family home, according to reports.
Woods and Elin Nordegren have been living apart since November after the news of Woods’ infidelity broke, reports the New York Post.
RadarOnline.com reported that the Woods family spent Wednesday night in their mansion near Orlando.
Both …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Tiger Woods’ wife returns to family home.

Pakistan hockey coach hoping for better show in remaining World cup matches

KARACHI – Despite losing two games, including the one against arch rivals India, out of the first three matches, the Pakistani hockey team is hopeful of winning the rest of its encounters in the ongoing Hockey World Cup in New Delhi.

Pakistan have just three points from the three games and it is unlikely that …. Source article  : Pakistan hockey coach hoping for better show in remaining World cup matches.

Schumacher says batteries ‘fully charged’ ahead of F1 campaign

LONDON – Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher feels ‘fully charged’ as the new Formula One campaign approaches.

With the Bahrain Grand Prix just eight days away, Schumacher said: “I can hardly wait for the season to get under way.”
The Mercedes star, back after three years in retirement, said: “I feel fresher than I have for many …. Original source  : Schumacher says batteries ‘fully charged’ ahead of F1 campaign.

State-level hockey players in Ludhiana playing on empty stomach

LUDHIANA – As Hockey World Cup is underway in New Delhi, some state-level Indian hockey players in Ludhiana are living under inappropriate conditions and yearning for their daily meals.

The players, all under-17, stay as residents in Guru Nanak stadium of Ludhiana. The Punjab Sports Department has taken up the responsibility to take care of food, …. Read the original article  : here.

Hantuchova to face fellow Slovak Cibulkova in Monterrey Open semifinals

Hantuchova to face Cibulkova in Monterrey semi

MONTERREY, Mexico – Daniela Hantuchova will face Slovakian compatriot Dominika Cibulkova in the semifinals of the Monterrey Open after both came from a set down to win Friday.
Second-seeded Hantuchova beat Vania King of the United States, 2-6, 6-2, 6-1, while fourth-seeded Cibulkova was a 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 winner over …. Read the original article  : here.

North’s slot in danger from ‘in form’ White, Smith for New Zealand Test series

SYDNEY – The Australian selectors are in a dilemma over struggling batsman Marcus North, and some spectacular performances by all-rounder Cameron White and leg-spinner Steve Smith as they meet this weekend to pick the squad for the New …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : North’s slot in danger from ‘in form’ White, Smith for New Zealand Test series.

Ferguson fears ‘relentless’ Rooney hurtling towards burnout

LONDON – Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has ordered his striker Wayne Rooney to curb his enthusiasm, after blaming him for aggravating an injury.

Ferguson said he was disappointed with Rooney for playing almost a full game for England against Egypt at Wembley on Wednesday, … Read : Ferguson fears ‘relentless’ Rooney hurtling towards burnout.

‘Furious’ Afridi threatens to quit domestic team after being overlooked for captaincy

KARACHI – Angered over not being named the captain of his domestic squad, star Pakistani all-rounder Shahid Afridi has threatened the Karachi City Cricket Association (KCCA) that he will quit the team.

“I think the KCCA senior officials need to rethink their attitude towards senior players and how they treat them,” … Read more : ‘Furious’ Afridi threatens to quit domestic team after being overlooked for captaincy.

Frank Lampard urges teammates to end off-the-pitch antics

LONDON – English footballer Frank Lampard has urged his teammates to stop their off-the-pitch antics and focus on the game.

The player’s teammates John Terry and Ashley Cole have been in the headlines for their extra-marital affairs.
“There’s a lot of off-the-pitch stuff going on,” the Daily Star quoted him as …. Original source  : Frank Lampard urges teammates to end off-the-pitch antics.