Premier League slipped away from Man U, admits Fergie

LONDON – Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted that his club’s title push is all but over.

The disappointing draw against Blackburn leaves Ferguson’s men one point behind Chelsea, but the Blues have an extra game in hand.
“It is going to be very difficult …. Original article  : Premier League slipped away from Man U, admits Fergie.

Mistress claims Tiger Woods told her he only cares about ‘golf and sex’

NEW YORK – Tiger Woods’ alleged mistress Devon James has claimed that the sportsperson once told her that the only two things he cared about are golf and sex.
James said that Woods told her that his wife Elin Nordegren didn’t sexually satisfy …. Source  : Mistress claims Tiger Woods told her he only cares about ‘golf and sex’.

Afridi backs PCB punishments as “a step in the right direction”

KARACHI – Pakistan Twenty20 skipper Shahid Afridi has described the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) decision to punish seven players following an inquiry into the crushing whitewash on the tour of Australia, as “a step in the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Afridi backs PCB punishments as “a step in the right direction”.

Kaneria contemplates legal action against British tabloid

LAHORE – Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria is contemplating legal action against the British tabloid, which revealed him as one of the two Essex players under investigation by police for ‘match irregularities’ during a NatWest Pro40 match played on September 5 last year.

“I don’t know from where … Read more : Kaneria contemplates legal action against British tabloid.

UK Police seizes mobile of Essex cricketer in match fixing probe

LONDON – Police in Essex, Britain, has seized the mobile phone of cricketer Mervyn Westfield over alleged charges of him being involved match fixing last season.

The “match irregularities” involving Essex last season also involves Westfield and Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria.
The revelations have rocked the county and, …. Source article  : UK Police seizes mobile of Essex cricketer in match fixing probe.

Shane Warne slammed for luring Twitter fans to online gambling site

MELBOURNE – Former Australian international cricketer Shane Warne has been slammed for luring his Twitter followers to sign up to an online gambling site.

According to the Herald Sun, Warne, 40, tweeted on April 11 that followers could get 8 dollars free poker money if they signed …. Original article  : Shane Warne slammed for luring Twitter fans to online gambling site.

John Ibrahim phone calls behind Clarke-Bingle split?

LONDON – If sources are to be believed, then a series of calls and texts between Kings Cross nightclub baron John Ibrahim and Lara Bingle led to the model’s split with Aussie cricketer vice-captain Michael Clarke.

According to sources, Clarke demanded his fiancee’s phone records after he returned early from …. Source  : John Ibrahim phone calls behind Clarke-Bingle split?.

Pakistan Cricket Board lenient about Asif’s TV appearance

LAHORE – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a lenient view of fast bowler Mohammad Asif’s repeated television appearance, despite the board’s strict code of conduct, which bars centrally contracted players from interacting with the media without permission.

Asif has been speaking to the media … Original article on : Pakistan Cricket Board lenient about Asif’s TV appearance.

Gul, Arafat may miss Twenty20 World Cup due to injury

KARACHI – Pakistani fast bowler Umar Gul and all-rounder Yasir Arafat are doubtful for the Twenty20 World Cup to be played in the West Indies due to injury.

The Pakistan team management is still awaiting complete medical reports of the injured players, but there is a big …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Oz Indian origin wife denies murdering hubby after setting fire to his genitals

SYDNEY – A woman of Indian origin in Australia has pleaded not guilty to murder after allegedly setting her husband’s genitals alight.

Rajini Narayan, 44, appeared in the South Australian Supreme Court today. She also pleaded not guilty to arson.
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Woods to take a fortnight off to ‘re-evaluate’ things

LONDON – The world’s No.1 golfer Tiger Woods is set to take a fortnight off after his extraordinary return to golf at the Augusta Masters before resuming normal playing.

Woods said he is going to take time off to re-evaluate things after finishing fourth in the Masters, his …. Source  : Woods to take a fortnight off to ‘re-evaluate’ things.

‘Emotional’ Mickelson overcomes wife’s battle with cancer to win Augusta Masters

NEW YORK – Golfer Phil Mickelson, who has refused to be bogged down by his wife’s ongoing fight with cancer and its constant hurdles, won his third green jacket by sinking a final birdie putt at Augusta Masters.

Mickelson reminded everyone that nothing is bigger than the …. Original article  : ‘Emotional’ Mickelson overcomes wife’s battle with cancer to win Augusta Masters.

Helio Castroneves holds off Scott Dixon to win inaugural Indy Grand Prix of Alabama

Helio Castroneves wins Indy Grand Prix of Alabama

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Spiderman was at it again, only this time with a chubby-cheeked little twist to his celebration.
Helio Castroneves won the inaugural Indy Grand Prix of Alabama on Sunday after expertly conserving fuel and then holding off Scott Dixon after a caution with two laps to go.
After … Original source on Gaea Times at : Helio Castroneves holds off Scott Dixon to win inaugural Indy Grand Prix of Alabama.

Phil Mickelson won a Masters for himself and along with it an even bigger win for golf

Phil Mickelson’s emotional win a win for golf, too
AUGUSTA, Ga. – Phil Mickelson was doing his best not to cry again as he slipped on another green jacket and tried to put into words things that he couldn’t possibly put into words.
He had already shed a tear on the 18th green, though he … Original source on Gaea Times at : Phil Mickelson won a Masters for himself and along with it an even bigger win for golf.

The long embrace: Mickelson claims 3rd green jacket, then gets hug that will last a lifetime

One for Amy: Lefty claims his third green jacket

AUGUSTA, Ga. – As Phil Mickelson strolled up to the 18th green, his third green jacket locked up, he wondered if his wife would be waiting for him.
She’d been there the first two times he won the Masters, but he would’ve understood if she decided to skip …. Source  : The long embrace: Mickelson claims 3rd green jacket, then gets hug that will last a lifetime.

Sania to be crowned on arrival in Sialkot

SIALKOT – Pakistan Population Welfare Minister Dr. Firdous Awan has said that Indian tennis star Sania Mirza will be crowned on her arrival in Sialkot.

Despite the interference of community leaders and controversies, Sania and Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik are expected to tie the nuptial knot today.
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Sania Mirza to marry Shoaib Malik today

HYDERABAD – Despite the interference of community leaders and controversy surrounding their marriage, ace tennis star Sania Mirza is expected to tie the nuptial knot with Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik on April 12.

“Sania’s nikah with Shoaib will take place shortly,” said Sania’s PRO, …. Source  : Sania Mirza to marry Shoaib Malik today.

Ban on Kaneria over match-fixing could be financially disastrous for England

LONDON – If Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria, who is under the scanner for match-fixing charges and being quizzed by the Essex Police on the issue, is found guilty of the match-fixing charges and banned this summer, the implications for English cricket would be financially disastrous.

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Person familiar with deal tells AP that Jets acquire Super Bowl MVP Holmes from Steelers

AP Source: Jets acquire WR Holmes
NEW YORK – The New York Jets acquired wide receiver Santonio Holmes from the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night for a fifth-round draft pick this month, according to a person familiar with the deal.

The person spoke with The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the teams had yet to …. Original source  : Person familiar with deal tells AP that Jets acquire Super Bowl MVP Holmes from Steelers.

Golden State comes back from 20 down to beat Oklahoma City 120-117

Warriors rally to beat Thunder 120-117
OAKLAND, Calif. – Monta Ellis scored 27 points in his return following a two-week absence, Stephen Curry added 25 and the Golden State Warriors overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-117 on Sunday night.

The Warriors missed three free throws in the final 53 seconds but held …. Original source  : Golden State comes back from 20 down to beat Oklahoma City 120-117.