Devin McCourty For New England Patriots

FOXBORO (GaeaTimes.com)- Cornerback Devin McCourty of the Rutgers joins the New England Patriots after the first round of the NFL Draft pick. The day turned out to be a great one for the player who seemed more than happy about the selection. Devin McCourty was the 27th overall selection of the draft pick and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Devin McCourty For New England Patriots.

Tiger Woods’ divorce ‘100 percent happening’

NEW YORK – Golfer Tiger Woods’ divorce with Elin Nordegren is 100 percent happening, according to sources.
“It’s going to take a long time to go through. But Elin will go through with it,” the New York Daily News quoted a source as telling UsMagazine.com.
It has …. Original source  : Tiger Woods’ divorce ‘100 percent happening’.

Ex-Pak greats differ on Shoaib Akhtar’s chances of making international comeback

KARACHI – ‘Scandalous’ Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar might be itching for a come back on the international stage yet again and has declared himself fully fit, but former players are doubtful whether the erstwhile tearaway pacer would be able to cope … Read : Ex-Pak greats differ on Shoaib Akhtar’s chances of making international comeback.

IPL stalls parliament, government considers JPC probe (Afternoon Lead)

NEW DELHI – The row over alleged financial irregularities in the Indian Premier League (IPL) forced the adjournment of both houses of parliament Friday, even as the government said it would consider a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) probe into the lucrative cricket tournament.

The Lok Sabha was adjourned twice, the second time till 2 p.m. and … Original article on : IPL stalls parliament, government considers JPC probe (Afternoon Lead).

Ballantine’s Championship shortened to 54 holes due to bad weather

Bad weather shortens Ballantine’s to 54 holes

JEJU ISLAND, South Korea – The fog-disrupted Ballantine’s Championship has been shortened to 54 holes, organizers said Friday.
“It has become clear that the completion of 72 holes within the required time frame is not feasible,” said a statement by tournament directors.
Thursday’s first round was delayed for six hours by …. Original source  : Ballantine’s Championship shortened to 54 holes due to bad weather.

Surprise! Broncos trade up and select Heisman Trophy-winning QB Tim Tebow with 25th pick

Surprise! Broncos trade up, take Tebow at No. 25

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Tim Tebow doesn’t know when he’ll start in the NFL. He can’t wait to begin repaying Josh McDaniels, though.
“I want to be a great quarterback,” the former Heisman Trophy winner said after the Denver Broncos selected him with the 25th pick in the NFL … Read more »».

Heisman Trophy QBs Sam Bradford, Tim Tebow, and Big 12 lead first round of NFL draft

Bradford, Tebow and the Big 12 lead NFL draft
NEW YORK – Heismans and hoopla accompanied Sam Bradford and Tim Tebow during their college careers. Now, the quarterbacks share something else heading into the NFL: first-round status in the draft.
For Bradford, it was a matter of whether he would go at the top of …. Source  : Heisman Trophy QBs Sam Bradford, Tim Tebow, and Big 12 lead first round of NFL draft.

Kyle Wilson For New York Jets

FLORHAM PARK (GaeaTimes.com)- Kyle Wilson the cornerback player of the Boise State who was placed by many draft boards in the list of top ten or fifteen best players in this season’s NFL draft pick landed with the New York Jets. The team did not miss the opportunity to get the player to the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kyle Wilson For New York Jets.

Controversy likely to mar IPL awards ceremony

MUMBAI – The controversy surrounding the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) is likely to mar the awards ceremony tonight.

Most officials of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are reportedly planning to boycott the event at a five-star hotel.
Many of them …. Source  : Controversy likely to mar IPL awards ceremony.

England cricketers seeking contracts to last until 2013 Ashes

LONDON – The England players are seeking to nail contracts with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), which will take them through to the Ashes summer of 2013, rather than negotiating them annually.

Twenty20 skipper Paul Collingwood and his team-mates have refused to sign deals offered to them last … Original article on : England cricketers seeking contracts to last until 2013 Ashes.

Jared Odrick Picked By Miami Dolphins

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The Miami Dolphins picked up Jared Odrick as the number 28 pick in the first round of the draft pick. He was for so long a player with the Nittany Lions, and had been one of the key players in the team, considered to be the mos considered link in … Read more »»».

Air India justifies flight diversion for IPL

NEW DELHI – Air India Friday said a Delhi-Coimbatore flight was chartered to ferry Indian Premier League (IPL) players and Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel’s daughter Poorna for commercial reasons.

“It was absolutely a commercial decision. Chartered flights make a lot of money for the airline. We keep combining flights according to our operational demand. The … Original source on Gaea Times at : Air India justifies flight diversion for IPL.

Government to consider parliamentary probe into IPL: Pranab

NEW DELHI – The government will consider a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe into the functioning of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said Friday after an opposition uproar over the alleged financial irregularities in the lucrative Twenty20 cricket tournament.

“I have noted everybody’s suggestion and due consideration will be given. The government … Read more : Government to consider parliamentary probe into IPL: Pranab.

IT deadline ends, BCCI to submit details today

MUMBAI – The Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) is likely to submit documents related to all eight franchises of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday to the Income Tax Department as the per the notice given to it.

On … Read this article on Gaea Times at : IT deadline ends, BCCI to submit details today.

Tiger Woods’s marriage over: Donald Trump

NEW YORK – Businessman Donald Trump has said that his pal Tiger Woods’ marriage with Elin Nordegren is over.
Trump gave a telephonic interview on ‘Good Day New York’ and was asked about the couple’s relationship.
“Do you want me to be blunt about it?” the 63-year-old business tycoon asked. “I …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Tiger Woods’s marriage over: Donald Trump.

IPL-Gate: Modi likely to move petition in Bombay High Court against GC meeting

MUMBAI -; Controversial Indian Premier League’s (IPL) Commissioner Lalit Modi likely to file a petition in the Bombay High Court on Friday, seeking postponement of the IPL governing council meeting called by the Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) on Monday.

Modi …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Sania’s father, sister among 12 close relatives to attend receptions in Pakistan

LAHORE – Indian tennis star Sania Mirza’s 12 relatives along with her father Imran Mirza and sister Anam Mirza are likely to attend the receptions of the sports couple, which would be held in Sialkot and Lahore.

Sania’s family members are likely to arrive in Pakistan on April … Read more : Sania’s father, sister among 12 close relatives to attend receptions in Pakistan.

Brazalian ace Fabiano reveals his Manchester United dreams

London, Apr 23(ANI): Brazilian striker Luis Fabiano has issued a remarkable plea to Manchester United to sign him this summer.

With United manager Sir Alex Ferguson in the market for a striker, Fabiano claims that he would not fail to deliver goals.
“If you are asking me what …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Will consider parliament panel probe into IPL: Mukherjee

NEW DELHI – Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee Friday said the government will give due consideration to the opposition parties’ demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe into the alleged financial irregularities in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

“I have noticed everybody’s suggestion and due consideration will be given. The government will have to ponder (over) …. Original source  : Will consider parliament panel probe into IPL: Mukherjee.

Verlander gets first win, Tigers beat Angels 5-4 but lose Guillen to hamstring injury

Verlander gets first win, Tigers beat Angels 5-4

ANAHEIM, Calif. – Justin Verlander labored through five innings for his first win in four starts since signing a long-term contract, and the Detroit Tigers’ bullpen came through again in a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday night.
Carlos Guillen drove in two runs to help … Read : Verlander gets first win, Tigers beat Angels 5-4 but lose Guillen to hamstring injury.