Pak opposes New Zealand’s request to shift Davis cup matches to neutral venues

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has strongly objected to Tennis New Zealand’s request to the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to move its upcoming Davis Cup tie against Pakistan to New Zealand or to a neutral … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Pak opposes New Zealand’s request to shift Davis cup matches to neutral venues.

Alonso delighted over another chance to lock horns with ’special’ Schumacher

LONDON – Former Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso has said that he is delighted to get another chance to lock horns with seven-times champion Michael Schumacher.

Schumacher, who had retired from F1 in 2006, has signed a three-year contract to drive for the new Mercedes GP team and will …. Source article  : Alonso delighted over another chance to lock horns with ’special’ Schumacher.

Lampard hopes to recreate last season’s “great run-in” to sweep trophy board

LONDON – Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard wants his team to recreate their last season’s form this time around and sweep the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup trophies.

Chelsea ended last season as FA Cup winners, and Lampard wants a repeat performance now in all competitions … Read more »»».

Britain to donate 42m condoms to South Africa prior to Soccer WC

LONDON – Britain has decided to provide 42million condoms to South Africa before the Soccer World Cup as part of HIV prevention drive.

South African President Jacob Zuma had made a request of an extra billion, during a recent visit to the UK to meet the Queen, in a bid … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Britain to donate 42m condoms to South Africa prior to Soccer WC.

Two-year jail term hangs over Blackburn striker El-Hadji Diouf

LONDON – Blackburn striker El-Hadji Diouf may have to spend two years in jail if he gets convicted for beating a woman in a late-night casino brawl.

He was charged with wounding with intent when he appeared in court in Senegal last Friday.
Diouf received …. Original article  : Two-year jail term hangs over Blackburn striker El-Hadji Diouf.

Ryder racing toward fitness ahead of World T20 championship

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

Ryder’s manager, … Read more >>>.

Bailey replaces Clarke for remaining ODIs against New Zealand

HAMILTON – Australia has added batsman George Bailey to the squad for the remaining two ODI games of the Chappell-Hadlee series, after vice captain Michael Clarke quit the tour citing personal reasons.

“George is having an outstanding season in all forms of the game and richly …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Bailey replaces Clarke for remaining ODIs against New Zealand.

Beckham not “freaked out” over Champions League game against Man U

MILAN – AC Milan midfielder David Beckham has said that he is not “freaked out” at the prospect of handing his former club Manchester United a Champions League knockout.

Beckham is due to face United at Old Trafford on Wednesday for the first time since …. Source article  : Beckham not “freaked out” over Champions League game against Man U.

Maradona ‘a love cheat, flop in bed’, claims ‘mistress’

LONDON – An alleged former mistress has accused soccer legend Diego Maradona of being a love cheat in a new kiss-and-tell book.

Argentine beauty Analma Sarques, 25, also claims that Maradona, 49 – Argentina’s national coach – was a flop in bed, reports The Sun.
Sarques also declared that they …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Maradona ‘a love cheat, flop in bed’, claims ‘mistress’.

Seneca Wallace In Cleveland Browns

RENTON, (GaeaTimes.com)- On Monday night the Seattle Seahawks team’s general manager John Schneider reportedly revealed to the media that the Quarterback player of the team, Seneca Wallace, has been acquired by the Cleveland Browns under a deal of 2011 draft pick. As of now the details of the trade has not yet been …. Source  : Seneca Wallace In Cleveland Browns.

IPL 2010 Match timing, Venue and Schedule

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The much awaited IPL 2010 fixture has been announced. According to the latest IPL 2010 fixture, IPL will begin on March 12, 2010 and end on April 25, 2010. Surprisingly, there is no match in Andhra Pradesh, so Deccan Chargers, the champion of previous year will not be playing in … Read more : IPL 2010 Match timing, Venue and Schedule.

PCB committee recommends fine,ban on players for violating code of conduct on Oz tour

LAHORE – The Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) inquiry committee looking into the national team’s recent disastrous tour Down Under has recommended hefty penalties for wicket keeper Kamran Akmal and star all rounder Shahid Afridi for violating the player’s code of conduct during the tour.

According to …. Read the original article  : PCB committee recommends fine,ban on players for violating code of conduct on Oz tour.

Harris all set to become Australia’s 413th Test cricketer

MELBOURNE – Fast bowler Ryan Harris is all set to become Australia’s 413th Test cricketer as a reward for his spectacular ODI performance late summer.

Rejuvenated Harris, 30, is poised to make his Test debut in New Zealand next week as a replacement for the injured …. Original article  : Harris all set to become Australia’s 413th Test cricketer.

‘Excited’ Razzaq to use Hampshire stint as warm-up for England, Australia series

LONDON – The Hampshire Hawks, England’s current T20 champions, have inked a deal with veteran Pakistani all-rounder Abdul Razzaq as they prepare to defend their title in the Friends Provident Trophy in June.

Razzaq would be joining his Pakistan teammate Shahid Afridi in the English county squad.
30-year old Razzaq had earlier played at English county level … Read more >>>.

India’s top sportspersons felicitated in Mumbai

MUMBAI – Several Indian sportspersons were felicitated here at an awards function.
Organised by the magazine ‘Sports Illustrated;, the event saw many sportspersons including Sachin Tendulkar and Sania Mirza, being felicitated for bringing laurels to the country.
Along with the award, Tendulkar was also presented a miniature gold bat in recognition of his double … Read more >>>.

I supported Asif ‘emotionally’, ‘financially’, want my money back: Veena Malik

LAHORE – Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Asif’s estranged girl friend Veena Malik, a noted film and TV actress, has claimed that she had supported Asif both ‘emotionally’ and ‘financially’ during his bad days, and now she at least wants her money back.

Malik has sued Asif for recovery of 3.4 million rupees.
“When he (Asif) was banned … Original source on Gaea Times at : I supported Asif ‘emotionally’, ‘financially’, want my money back: Veena Malik.

Rowdy Kiwi crowd nothing compared to Aussies: Vettori

HAMILTON – New Zealand skipper Daniel Vettori reckons that his side should feed off their home-crowd support as much as possible because next time when they tour Australia things are bound to get ugly.
The Kiwi fans are sure to give Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson another tough day at the office, but … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Rowdy Kiwi crowd nothing compared to Aussies: Vettori.

Injured Ashley Cole’s rehab extended

LONDON – English soccer star Ashley Cole, whose infidelity was exposed recently, has been advised to stay in rehab for another week to recover from his ankle injury.

The footballer was supposed to stay at the clinic in Capbreton, France for two weeks.
However, it has been extended to ensure he is fit for the next season.
Apparently, …. Original source  : Injured Ashley Cole’s rehab extended.

Chandok heaps praise on Ecclestone for helping realize his F1 dreams

LONDON – India’s Formula One ace Karun Chandhok has thanked Bernie Ecclestone for helping him to fulfill his lifelong dream.

Chandhok will become only the second Indian to compete in Formula One when he drives in this weekend’s season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.
The 26-year-old signed a last-minute deal with Hispania Racing last week, but their car has … Read : Chandok heaps praise on Ecclestone for helping realize his F1 dreams.

Waugh hopes Clarke leaving New Zealand tour for personal reasons is a “one off’

MELBOURNE – Australian legend and cricket commentator Mark Waugh has said that he hopes Michael Clarke’s dash home from New Zealand is a one-off, as the cricketer’s personal life “encroached on his cricket”.

Clarke abandoned his New Zealand tour in middle and rushed back to home as his fiancee Lara Bingle broke her silence over the …. Original article  : Waugh hopes Clarke leaving New Zealand tour for personal reasons is a “one off’.