BCCI may take tough decisions on IPL, Modi

NEW DELHI – The Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) on Wednesday hinted that it would not hesitate to take tough decisions to protect its image which has taken a hit due to the Indian Premier League (IPL) controversy.

Interacting with media, the BCCI’s Media and Finance …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

IPL franchises to support Lalit Modi

MUMBAI – Most of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises continue to support IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi despite the controversies surrounding him.

Royal Challengers Bangalore owner Vijay Mallya and Rajasthan Royals co-owner Shilpa Shetty have openly supported Modi.
Shilpa Shetty said the IPL …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Adani Group to provide IPL bidding papers

MUMBAI – The Adani Group said on Wednesday that it would submit its bidding papers for the Indian Premier League (IPL).

In a statement issued here, the Adani Group said the bidding papers are not missing and that they have a copy, which can … Original article on : Adani Group to provide IPL bidding papers.

Shaquille O’Neal happiest celeb on Twitter

LONDON – A study by researchers at the University of Edinburgh Business school has found that American basketball player Shaquille O’Neal is the happiest celebrity on Twitter.

The study examined tweets sent out by 13 celebrities.
Researchers used a computer program to find the word patterns of the tweets to figure out the inherent … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Shaquille O’Neal happiest celeb on Twitter.

Terry is a great captain, says Lampard

LONDON – Frank Lampard has defended under-fire tammate John Terry by saying that the Chelsea skipper’s will to win makes him a great leader.

Terry has faced sever criticism following his dismissal in the damaging 2-1 defeat at Tottenham for the two tackles for which he was booked.
Lampard …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Terry is a great captain, says Lampard.

England may travel by train to reach West Indies for T20 cup

LONDON – England cricket team could travel by train to the south of France to catch a flight to the West Indies for the World Twenty20.

Most of the England squad are due to fly to Barbados from Heathrow on Sunday morning, but the … Read : England may travel by train to reach West Indies for T20 cup.

Lumb gets central contract to play home matches for England

MELBOURNE – Hampshire opener Michael Lumb, who has already made it into the England squad for the Twenty20 World Cup, now joins a group including the 11 elite players on 12-month central contracts and the seven with second-tier deals.

Lumb is the only new player in England’s 27-man squad …. Original article  : Lumb gets central contract to play home matches for England.

Kevin Durant may be NBA’s ‘next big thing,’ but Kobe Bryant isn’t stepping aside

Kobe proves any rumors of his demise ‘overrated’

Kobe Bryant was already a three-time NBA champion when Kevin Durant was still in high school.
But when they met Tuesday night in Los Angeles for Game 2 of the opening round of the playoffs, it was Bryant, not Durant, who still looked like the league’s “next big thing.” … Read more >>.

Rajiv Shukla briefs PM on IPL controversy

NEW DELHI – Congress MP Rajiv Shukla, also a senior Indian cricket board official, met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday over alleged financial irregularities in the Indian Premier League (IPL), government sources said.

Shukla, who is in the IPL governing council and is the media and finance committee chairman of the Board of Control for Cricket … Read more >>>.

Thackeray says IPL should be banned

MUMBAI – Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray has said the Indian Premier League (IPL) should be banned to save the game of cricket.

“It is now necessary to save the ‘gentleman’s game. The Government should immediately ban the cash-rich tournament,” he said in … Original article on : Thackeray says IPL should be banned.

Argentinean ace Aguero wants to sign for Chelsea

LONDON – Atletico Madrid’s Argentinean star Sergio Aguero has said that he only wants to sign up for Chelsea.

The 40 million pound star is expected to leave Atletico Madrid this summer.
A host of top clubs, including Manchester City and Inter Milan, have been linked with bids for the striker.
But … Read more : Argentinean ace Aguero wants to sign for Chelsea.

Ferguson wants Moyes to succeed him at Man U

LONDON – Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson wants Everton boss David Moyes to succeed him at Old Trafford.

Ferguson, 68, is convinced that Moyes can provide the continuity that United craves for to keep them challenging for top honours.
Jose Mourinho, however, is the bookies favourite and enjoys a close …. Source  : Ferguson wants Moyes to succeed him at Man U.

Howard hits Zimbabwe hurdle in bid to become ICC vice president

SYDNEY – Zimbabwe is trying to convince fellow council members that the former Australian Prime Minister John Howard lacks appropriate support to bid for the vice-presidency of the International Cricket Council.

Zimbabwe, a full-voting member of the ICC, told delegates at a meeting in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Howard hits Zimbabwe hurdle in bid to become ICC vice president.

Brett Lee declares himself fit for T20 World Cup

SYDNEY – Australian pacer Brett Lee, who broke his thumb during the Indian Premier League, has declared himself fit and ready to return to international action in the upcoming World Twenty20 tournament in the West Indies.
Training with the Australian squad in Brisbane, Lee on Wednesday had his first …. Source article  : Brett Lee declares himself fit for T20 World Cup.

Wimbledon to be football free zone during World Cup

LONDON – Wimbledon has been declared a football free zone for the 2010 World Cup. So no matches will be shown on the giant screens in the grounds when the tennis championship is on.

“This is a tennis tournament. If you want to watch the World Cup, you can go to …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Torres dreaming of repeating Euro 2008 heroics in FIFA World Cup

LONDON – Fernando Torres is dreaming of repeating his Euro 2008 heroics in this year’s FIFA World Cup.

“If England can overcome their mental barrier then Spain v England would be the perfect World Cup final,” said Torres.
“People say that Spain have the best starting XI …. Read the original article  : Torres dreaming of repeating Euro 2008 heroics in FIFA World Cup.

Scholes is a legend, says Man U teammate Fletcher

LONDON – Hailing Manchester United teammate Paul Scholes performance, midfielder Darren Fletcher has described him as a legend.

Scholes scored United’s last-gasp winner in the derby victory over bitter rivals Manchester City on Saturday.
Fletcher said: “We won’t ever see another one like Paul Scholes. He is a legend …. Source article  : Scholes is a legend, says Man U teammate Fletcher.

No international cricket in Pak for time being: ICC

DUBAI – The International Cricket Council (ICC) has ruled out the return of international cricket in Pakistan in the near future, saying it would have to continue playing its ‘home’ series at neutral venues for the time being.

The ICC taskforce, which was formed to look into the …. Read the original article  : No international cricket in Pak for time being: ICC.

Kiwi star Ross Taylor signs with Durham for 20-20 league

WELLINGTON – New Zealand star batsman Ross Taylor has signed up with English county champions Durham for the English Twenty20 league.

Taylor will join South African all-rounder Albie Morkel as the two overseas players for the Durham squad before their first fixture on June 4, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

BCCI working for Modi’s honourable exit

NEW DELHI – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly working out a honourable exit for Indian Premier League (IPL) Commissioner Lalit Modi.

As per reports, the BCCI is planning to make Shashank Manohar the new IPL chairperson.
The board is also planning to set … Read this article on Gaea Times at : BCCI working for Modi’s honourable exit.