Australian cricketers dash off to join IPL inspite of security concerns

SYDNEY – There will be no rest for Australian cricketers Shane Watson, Mike Hussey, Ryan Harris and Doug Bollinger, as they will be heading to India for participation in the third edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) …. Read the original article  : Australian cricketers dash off to join IPL inspite of security concerns.

Els, Mickelson, Couples among those tuning up for Augusta in Texas

Masters-like conditions draw star-studded field

HUMBLE, Texas – Ernie Els has won his last two starts and still thinks his game needs work.
Els is among the big names in a star-studded field at the Houston Open, an event that’s embraced its niche as the run-up to next week’s Masters.
The Big Easy has ended a two-year victory … Original article on : Els, Mickelson, Couples among those tuning up for Augusta in Texas.

Indian sculptor’s tower finds place at London Olympic Park

LONDON – A 115-metre steel tower designed by Indian sculptor Anish Kapoor, which is being compared to the Eiffel Tower of Paris, will be constructed at 2012 Olympic Games stadium in London.

The computer-generated model of the red tower which will be taller than world’s famous architectural marvels such as London’s Big Ben and New York’s …. Source  : Indian sculptor’s tower finds place at London Olympic Park.

Shoaib Malik First Wife, Ayesha Siddiqui?

LAHORE, PAKISTAN (GaeaTimes.com)- The news that the Indian tennis star, Sania Mirza will marry the Pakistani cricket player, Shoaib Malik has not only led to multiple anticipations but also has sparked some controversies. According to the reports, the well-known cricket player might have to face some legal hassles before he marries Sania Mirza. … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Shoaib Malik First Wife, Ayesha Siddiqui?.

Australia has had a good summer, but needs to take stock and focus: Roebuck

SYDNEY – Australia’s imposing results on the cricket field ought to be greeted with mixed emotions, feels columnist Peter Roebuck.
“Congratulations are due, but the implications for the game at large are troubling. More than any other game, cricket depends on international matches,” Roebuck says in an article …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Australia has had a good summer, but needs to take stock and focus: Roebuck.

England calls up hard hitters Lumb, Kieswetter for World 20-20 Cup

LONDON – The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has called up Hampshire opening batsman Michael Lumb and Somerset wicketkeeper batsman Craig Kieswetter into final squad for next month’s World Twenty20 Cup in the Caribbean.

The squad is as follows: P D Collingwood (Durham, captain), J M Anderson (Lancashire), …. Source article  : England calls up hard hitters Lumb, Kieswetter for World 20-20 Cup.

Sania-Shoaib marriage will help improve Indo-Pak ties : PCB boss Butt

LAHORE – Even though Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has clarified that she is not making any political statement by marrying cricketer Shoaib Malik, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ijaz Butt has expressed hope that the wedding would help improve ties between India and Pakistan.

“While the decision by … Original source on Gaea Times at : Sania-Shoaib marriage will help improve Indo-Pak ties : PCB boss Butt.

‘Advisers helped to arrange affairs for Tiger Woods’

LONDON – Tiger Woods’ closest advisers organized his affairs and covered them up when discovered, it has been revealed.
According to a report in Vanity Fair, Bryon Bell, his childhood friend, helped to organize his affairs, reports The Times.
Jamie … Original article on : ‘Advisers helped to arrange affairs for Tiger Woods’.

Jordan, Barkley made Woods ‘a self-indulgent, sex-crazed narcissist’

NEW YORK – NBA stars Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley made Tiger Woods a self-indulgent, sex-crazed narcissist, one of the golfer’s former advisers claims in a story written for the May edition of Vanity Fair.

“I told him, ‘Stay away from that son of a bitch … Original article on : Jordan, Barkley made Woods ‘a self-indulgent, sex-crazed narcissist’.

Sania denied visa for Sialkot, reception likely in Lahore

KARACHI – The Pakistan High Commission has denied tennis star Sania Mirza a visa for Sialkot, the home town of Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik where a reception (Valima) was to be held after the couple’s marriage.

Sania has only got visa for Lahore and Karachi …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Sania should follow tradition, play for Pak after marriage: PTF chief

KARACHI – Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) chief Dilawar Abbas has said that India’s tennis sensation Sania Mirza should represent Pakistan in international tennis tournaments after entering into wedlock with cricketer Shoaib Malik.

“It is great news for our tennis community that Sania Mirza is getting married … Original article on : Sania should follow tradition, play for Pak after marriage: PTF chief.

No terrorist threat to world cup in South Africa: Interpol

JOHANNESBURG – There is no terrorist or hooliganism threat directly linked to the 2010 FIFA World Cup to be held in South Africa in June, Interpol has said.

There is no doubt that South Africa will be safe during the upcoming world cup, and to date no terrorist threat has been directly linked to the 2010 … Original article on : No terrorist threat to world cup in South Africa: Interpol.

Indian girls “heart broken” over Sania marrying Pakistani boy

Girls in an eastern Indian state of Bihar are “heart broken” after the young tennis sensation Sania Mirza deciding to marry a Pakistani cricketer, instead of an Indian boy.

The Indian tennis star Sania is set to marry Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik on April 15, media reports have said.
Quite a number of girl students studying in … Read more >>>.

Reds 12, Dodgers 4

Reds 12, Dodgers 4

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Boozer scores 25 points, Williams has season-high 19 assists as Jazz top Warriors 128-104

Williams has 19 assists, Jazz top Warriors 128-104

SALT LAKE CITY – Carlos Boozer had 25 points and 13 rebounds, Deron Williams had a season-high 19 assists and the Utah Jazz kept pace in a tight Western Conference playoff race with a dominating 128-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.
Kyle Korver added a … Read : Boozer scores 25 points, Williams has season-high 19 assists as Jazz top Warriors 128-104.

Trail Blazers dominate Knicks 118-90 and get some help to clinch playoff berth

Blazers beat Knicks 118-90 to clinch playoff berth

PORTLAND, Ore. – LaMarcus Aldridge scored 21 points before sitting out the final quarter and the Portland Trail Blazers clinched a playoff spot with a 118-90 victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
The Blazers came into the game needing help to reach the postseason. San Antonio …. Original article  : Trail Blazers dominate Knicks 118-90 and get some help to clinch playoff berth.

Miikka Kiprusoff makes 29 saves, Flames beat Coyotes 2-1

Kiprusoff leads Flames past Coyotes, 2-1
CALGARY, Alberta – Miikka Kiprusoff made 29 saves and the Calgary Flames beat the Phoenix Coyotes 2-1 on Wednesday night to move within two points of eighth-place Colorado for the final Western Conference playoff spot.

The Flames, winners of their last five home games, will face the Avalanche on Friday night …. Read the original article  : Miikka Kiprusoff makes 29 saves, Flames beat Coyotes 2-1.

Oklahoma confirms internal investigation into basketball program

Oklahoma confirms internal investigation
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma’s athletic department has opened an investigation following reports that basketball player Tiny Gallon received money from a Florida financial adviser.

Spokesman Kenny Mossman confirmed in an e-mail to The Associated Press on Wednesday night that Oklahoma is “investigating matters that the public may be aware of through recent reports …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Oklahoma confirms internal investigation into basketball program.

Koivu has goal, 3 assists, Ducks beat slumping Avs 5-2 to keep playoff hopes alive

Ducks keep flickering playoff hopes alive
DENVER – Jason Blake had a goal and four assists, Saku Koivu added a goal and three assists and the Anaheim Ducks kept their slim playoff hopes alive while dealing a setback to Colorado’s with a 5-2 victory over the Avalanche on Wednesday night.

With six games remaining, the Ducks moved …. Read the original article  : here.

Abby Wambach’s 105th goal sends US over Mexico 1-0 in snowy exhibition game

Wambach’s 105th goal sends US over Mexico 1-0

SANDY, Utah – Abby Wambach scored her 105th international goal to help the United States beat Mexico 1-0 Wednesday night in an exhibition game.
Wambach put the United States ahead in the 60th minute, when defender Amy LePeilbet served a ball into Kristine Lilly at the top of the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Abby Wambach’s 105th goal sends US over Mexico 1-0 in snowy exhibition game.