Fears over Rooney’s worsening knee problem ahead of World Cup

LONDON – With just 80 days left for start of the World Cup, England’s ace striker Wayne Rooney’s knee problem appears to be getting worse.

The Manchester United and England star striker is suffering from an inflamed tendon and is causing him increasing discomfort and swells up after games.
Rooney limped heavily as he left Old Trafford … Read : Fears over Rooney’s worsening knee problem ahead of World Cup.

Valenica likely to sell David Villa for 40-mn pounds

LONDON – Chelsea and Manchester City are on the alert after debt-riddled Valencia agreed to sell striker David Villa.

Villa’s teammate Silva is also available and Manchester United is sure to fancy the attacking midfielder, who may fetch up to 20 million pounds.
The Spanish team wants to raise 50 million pounds by selling both players, but …. Source article  : Valenica likely to sell David Villa for 40-mn pounds.

Drugs, money-laundering ring with ‘links’ to Premier League busted

LONDON – British and French police have busted a huge drug and money-laundering operation run by British gangsters which might have links to Premier League football transfers.

The police officers raided a number of upmarket homes in two isolated villages of France’s Dordogne region.
There they found drugs and thousands of pounds worth of used notes, along …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Drugs, money-laundering ring with ‘links’ to Premier League busted.

Bangladesh skipper slams board for investing in flowers instead of technology

LONDON – Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan has slammed his own board for investing in flowers rather than getting latest umpiring technology at their disposal.

With a lack of latest technology at their disposal, officials have not been able to refer to TV replays during the current Test series.
Bangladesh has suffered, with three howlers going against … Read more »»».

MI Vs KKR: Mumbai Indians Wins

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- After a considerable period of time, last night, several cricket lovers saw Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar playing on the same ground. However, this time the scenario was little different as they were not playing for the same team. It is true that the two cricket stars of India were …. Source article  : MI Vs KKR: Mumbai Indians Wins.

Tiger Woods’ wife ‘wearing chastity belt made of spikes’

WASHINGTON – Tiger Woods’ wife Elin Nordegren was said to be wearing “a chastity belt made of spikes” as the pair continue to sleep in separate rooms under the same roof.
Nordegren, who has not broken her silence since Woods’ car crash and infidelity admission, keeps her ways separate when she is in their …. Read the original article  : Tiger Woods’ wife ‘wearing chastity belt made of spikes’.

2012 London Olympics could face ‘blended’ physical, cyber attack: Security expert

LONDON – A British cyber security expert has warned that terrorists could use a “blended attack” to hit both physical targets and disrupt cyber systems simultaneously during the 2012 London Olympics.

Professor Peter Sommer, of the London School of Economics, warned that computer security would be extremely important during the Games.
“There is what’s called a ‘blended …. Read the original article  : 2012 London Olympics could face ‘blended’ physical, cyber attack: Security expert.

‘Woods’ wife was out at sea when he faced media over sex scandal’

NEW YORK – Tiger Woods’ wife Elin Nordegren reportedly escaped on the family yacht with their children before the ace golfer faced the media for the first time over his extra marital affairs.
The angry mum-of-two was said to have been joined on the “Privacy” by a gal pal and a full crew, according …. Read the original article  : ‘Woods’ wife was out at sea when he faced media over sex scandal’.

PCB boss Butt accuses Army, Judiciary of land grabbing

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ijaz Butt knows how to remain in news, as he has now accused the Army and judiciary of land grabbing.

Butt’s shocking disclosure came during a hearing in the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which was discussing an audit report, which had revealed massive financial mismanagement in the board’s …. Original source  : PCB boss Butt accuses Army, Judiciary of land grabbing.

Man U ace Park Ji Sung drank ’stinking boiled frog juice’ as a kid to become stronger

LONDON – Ace midfielder Park Ji Sung, who played an crucial role in Manchester United’s victory on Sunday, drank stinking boiled frog juice to become a man.

The idol of South Korea was considered too weak to ever make it in the game he loved.
But his parents had other ideas and fed him the concoction whose …. Source article  : Man U ace Park Ji Sung drank ’stinking boiled frog juice’ as a kid to become stronger.

Cole wants to stay at Chelsea despite no new offer from Blues

LONDON – Midfielder Joe Cole has said that contract talks with Chelsea have broken down, and added that he wants to stay but the club have withdrawn their offer of a new deal.

Cole will be available on a free transfer in the summer, but he refuses to give up on his Chelsea career.
“I’ve never spoken …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Becks to host Kick-Off Celebration gig of World Cup?

LONDON – English footballer David Beckham may host the Kick-Off Celebration concert in South Africa on the first night of the World Cup.

Beckham, 34, who had to stay out of the tournament due to injury, is said to have been invited to be a major presenter of the huge music show on June 10 in … Read more >>.

Put ex-PCB boss Naseem Ashraf’s name on ECL: Pak parliamentary committee

KARACHI – A Pakistan parliamentary committee has recommended putting former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Naseem Ashraf’s name on the Exit Control List (ECL), as he is facing charges of mismanagement of millions of rupees.

An audit report had revealed financial irregularities in the board’s accounts amounting to a whopping 500 million rupees during 2003 … Original source on Gaea Times at : Put ex-PCB boss Naseem Ashraf’s name on ECL: Pak parliamentary committee.

Cyber criminals targeting World Cup fans: Internet security firm

LONDON – An Internet security firm has revealed that football fans across the world are being targeted by cyber criminals in the run-up to the World Cup, which gets under way in South Africa on June 11, with a wave of spam e-mails, fake offers and attempts to steal banking details.

Internet analysts with Symantec, a …. Read the original article  : Cyber criminals targeting World Cup fans: Internet security firm.

Woods Opens Up About Affair Controversy

Shamed golfer TIGER WOODS has opened up about his marriage scandal in the first interview since his infidelities hit the tabloids – revealing he is trying to “make amends” for his actions.
The sports star’s career and clean-cut image were rocked last year (09) when news of his numerous affairs behind wife Elin Nordegren’s …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Woods Opens Up About Affair Controversy.

Shoaib Malik to challenge PCB ban on every possible forum

LAHORE – Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik is in no mood to take the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) decision of imposing a year’s ban on him lightly and has decided to challenge the same.

Malik told reporters here that he would appeal against the PCB’s ban on every possible forum.
“I will fight against the ban and … Original article on : Shoaib Malik to challenge PCB ban on every possible forum.

Beckham may be decisive factor to swing 2018 World Cup bid in England’s favour

LONDON – Ace midfielder David Beckham will play an important role in England winning the bid to host the 2018 World Cup, says Danny Jordaan, the head of this year’s tournament.

Beckham’s presence in South Africa this summer could prove a decisive factor for England even though he has been ruled out from playing through injury.
The … Read : Beckham may be decisive factor to swing 2018 World Cup bid in England’s favour.

Afridi likely to be named T20 captain today

ISLAMABAD – Flamboyant all rounder Shahid Afridi is likely to be appointed as the captain of the Pakistan team for the ICC World T20 Championship, which will be held in West Indies next month.

After a series of meetings with the team management and players, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to hand over … Read : Afridi likely to be named T20 captain today.

Hughes guides Australia to 10 wicket win over New Zealand in Wellington Test

MELBOURNE – Australia’s opening batsman Phil Hughes hit an unbeaten 86 from 75 balls to guide his team to a 10-wicket win over New Zealand in the first Test in Wellington.
Hughes struck 12 fours and one six while Simon Katich played the anchor role with his 18 not out from 65 deliveries, as …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Hughes guides Australia to 10 wicket win over New Zealand in Wellington Test.

Stoudemire scores 37 as Suns hold off Warriors 133-131

Suns hold off Warriors 133-131
OAKLAND, Calif. – Amare Stoudemire scored 37 points, Jason Richardson had a season-high 34, and the Phoenix Suns held off the Golden State Warriors 133-131 on Monday night for their fifth straight victory.

Reggie Williams, an NBA Development League product who was signed for the remainder of the season on Monday, scored …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Stoudemire scores 37 as Suns hold off Warriors 133-131.