Capello wants Becks to join him in S. Africa as ‘England coach’

LONDON – Coach Fabio Capello wants David Beckham to join him on the coaching staff at this year’s World Cup.

Becks is currently out of the squad with a ruptured Achilles tendon, but Capello believes he could be of great help behind the scenes, The Sun reports.

Beckham, 35, however, will not … Original source on Gaea Times at : Capello wants Becks to join him in S. Africa as ‘England coach’.

Race to host 2018, 2022 World Cups heats up as 9 candidates deliver bid books to FIFA

World Cup 2018, 2022 hosting race heats up at FIFA

ZURICH – Nine candidates hoping to host the World Cup in 2018 or 2022 began delivering their bid books to FIFA on Friday.
Australia made the first presentation to FIFA president Sepp Blatter, handing over a 750-page book detailing how it would stage the world’s biggest sporting … Read : Race to host 2018, 2022 World Cups heats up as 9 candidates deliver bid books to FIFA.

Games effect: Metro officials to pick up Brit accent

NEW DELHI – If you come across a Delhi Metro official greeting you in English with a clipped British accent, don’t be surprised! It’s probably a newly acquired skill ahead of the Commonwealth Games.

The Metro staff is being trained in the English language for the Oct 3-14 mega event that will bring in hordes of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Games effect: Metro officials to pick up Brit accent.

Not an ordinary insect, it monitors FIFA World Cup

SHILLONG – You are not the only one waiting impatiently for the 2010 FIFA World Cup to start at Johannesburg in South Africa June 11 — a tiny insect in a remote corner of the earth is also expected to join the football frenzy!

Residents in Meghalaya’s Ri-Bhoi district are waiting to welcome the Niangtaser, an …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Not an ordinary insect, it monitors FIFA World Cup.

Brian Vickers Hospitalized, Reason Unknown

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Wednesday Brian Vickers of the Red Bull Racing had to be hospitalized though the exact reason of his illness is not known. Therefore he will not be able to participate in the Dover International Speedway this weekend. Casey Mears will replace him, as it has been reported. The racer is …. Source  : Brian Vickers Hospitalized, Reason Unknown.

Indian eves lose to Australia in World Twenty20 semi-final

St.LUCIA – The Indian women’s cricket team has also ended its WorldTwenty20 campaign in the Caribbean, losing to Australia in the semi-finals by seven wickets on Thursday.

Australian captain Alex Blackwell led from the front in ensuring that her side advanced …. Original source  : Indian eves lose to Australia in World Twenty20 semi-final.

Defending champions Pak raring to go against Oz in T20 WC semi-final

ISLAMABAD – Ahead of their semi-final clash with Australia in the World T20 Championship, Pakistani cricketers are fancying their chances of making it into the final of the tournament for the second consecutive time in a row, and are eagerly [..] Read the original article: here.

‘No team can get near us,’ says Tait

St.LUCIA – Lightning fast bowler Shaun Tait has said that no team “can get near us” if Australia continue to play to their ability at the World Twenty20 in the West Indies.

“”If we play well, I don’t think anyone can get near us. We’re a disciplined …. Original article  : ‘No team can get near us,’ says Tait.

‘Kirsten’s unfit’ Indian cricket team returns home

MUMBAI – The Indian cricket team, seven of whose members were declared “unfit” by coach Garry Kirsten, returned from its disastrous World Twenty20 campaign on Friday.

The team landed at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport here after a 28-hour flight.

India, which had won the inaugural World T20 tournament in … Original article on : ‘Kirsten’s unfit’ Indian cricket team returns home.

Keeper Haddin says Clarke is the best in the business

St.LUCIA – Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Brad Haddin has described skipper Michael Clarke as one of the best in the business in the modern era, and rubbished criticism about his form in the ongoing World Twenty20 championship in … Read : Keeper Haddin says Clarke is the best in the business.

Umar Akmal doubtful for semi-final clash against Oz in T20 WC

St.LUCIA – Young Pakistan middle-order batsman Umar Akmal is a doubtful starter for today’s World T20 Championship semi-final clash against Australia.

According to reports, Umar was taken to a local hospital here after he complained of back pain, and would be going through an MRI scan later.

Any …. Original source  : Umar Akmal doubtful for semi-final clash against Oz in T20 WC.

Kiwi pacer Bond retires from all forms of cricket

Christchurch, May 14 (ANI): One of New Zealand best fast bowlers in recent times, Shane Bond, 34, announced his retirement from all cricket today after competing in the Twenty20 world championship in the Caribbean.

“I know the time is right for me …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Tendulkar backs Indian cricket team despite World Twenty20 debacle

CHANDIGARH – Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar has come out in support of the cricket team after the Twenty20 World Cup debacle in the Caribbean.

Speaking at a sponsorship function here on Thursday, Tendulkar said that cricket is a game of uncertainties … Read more : Tendulkar backs Indian cricket team despite World Twenty20 debacle.

Kerala Government terms IPL a gambling business, distances itself from Kochi franchise

THIRUVANTHAPURAM – The Kerala Government had distanced itself from the Kochi cricket team in the Indian Premier League (IPL), contending it is more of a gambling business than a game.

M Vijayakumar, Sports Minister of … Read more »»».

Virginia coach hopes to make 1 more visit to Omaha ballpark where memories of youth reside

Va coach yearns for 1 more trip to Rosenblatt

OMAHA, Neb. – Rosenblatt Stadium is hosting the College World Series for the 61st and last time next month and the coach of top-ranked Virginia can’t help but feel nostalgic.
Brian O’Connor’s ties to the venerable ballpark in a working-class south Omaha neighborhood run deep.
He grew up a … Read more >>>.

Suspension behind him, Magic’s Rashard Lewis overcomes stigma to lead by example

Suspension behind him, Magic following Lewis’ lead

ORLANDO, Fla. – It might have seemed a little odd on the eve of the Orlando Magic’s training camp when Rashard Lewis delivered a message to teammates about “sacrifice” and “unselfishness.”
After all, it was Lewis, the Magic’s highest-paid player, who was suspended 10 games for testing positive for an [..] Read the original article: here.

A day early: Schoolyard Dreams arrives for the Preakness on Friday

Schoolyard Dreams comes early for the Preakness

BALTIMORE – Schoolyard Dreams is heading to Pimlico for the Preakness one day earlier than expected.
Trainer Derek Ryan initially planned to van the colt down from Monmouth Park on Saturday morning, only hours before the race. That was the schedule Ryan used last year when Musket Man arrived on … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : A day early: Schoolyard Dreams arrives for the Preakness on Friday.

Lukas still ‘keeping score’ of Triple Crown wins, 30 years after getting 1st at Preakness

Thirty years later, Lukas remains driven to win

BALTIMORE – Thirty years ago, an unheralded trainer by the name of D. Wayne Lukas arrived at the Preakness with a horse named Codex.
The other trainers at Pimlico weren’t impressed with Lukas, who showed up wearing a 10-gallon hat and appeared to be in awe of his surroundings.
“They … Read : Lukas still ‘keeping score’ of Triple Crown wins, 30 years after getting 1st at Preakness.

LeBron James, New York Knicks To Get Together?

BOSTON (GaeaTimes.com)- LeBron James was exceptionally good in the game against the Boston Celtics, despite the fact that he had not been doing particularly well, physically that is. However, that did not deter him from scoring 27 points in the game, along with 10 assists and 19 rebounds. However, all was not well, … Read : LeBron James, New York Knicks To Get Together?.

Chowrasia shoots five-over 75 on European Tour

MALLORCA – Finishing blues cost S.S.P. Chowrasia dearly as he dropped five shots in the last five holes for a miserable five-over 75 in the first round of the Iberdrola Open Cala Millor Mallorca on the European Tour.

The lone Indian, as Jyoti Randhawa and Shiv Kapur took a week off, Chowrasia was way behind in …. Read the original article  : Chowrasia shoots five-over 75 on European Tour.