Abby Guerra Is Alive

PHOENIX (GaeaTimes.com)-Abby Guerra and her four other friends were on their way back home from Disneyland when they crashed their car on an Arizona interstate on July 18, 2010. In the frightful accident two persons died and others were injured. The officials mixed up the identities of Abby Guerra and Marlena Candu declaring …. Original source  : Abby Guerra Is Alive.

Ferrari fined 100 K dollars for breaching FIA sporting regulations

LONDON – Motor sports most famous team Ferrari has been asked to cough up 100,000 US dollars for breaching FIA sporting regulations and the International Sporting Code during the German Grand Prix held over the weekend.

According to The Sun and The Guardian, Ferrari turned the result into a farce by illegally telling Felipe Massa … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Ferrari fined 100 K dollars for breaching FIA sporting regulations.

Man City ready to get Torres at right price

LONDON – Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is ready to bid for Liverpool ace striker Fernando Torres and battle it out with Chelsea to get the Spanish forward.

Mancini said: “Torres is one of the best strikers in Europe and is already playing in the Premier League for three years and knows it very well.” … Read more : Man City ready to get Torres at right price.

Openers give Sri Lanka a good start (Lunch Report)

COLOMBO – Opener Tillekaratne Dilshan hit a brisk half-century as Sri Lanka made 128 for one in the first innings at lunch against India on the first day of the second Test match at the Sinhalese Sports Club here Monday.
Tharanga Pranavitana was batting on 45 and skipper Kumar Sangakkara on 18 at the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Openers give Sri Lanka a good start (Lunch Report).

Carl Pettersson overcomes 6-stroke deficit to win Canadian Open, his 4th PGA Tour victory

Carl Pettersson rallies to win Canadian Open

TORONTO – Carl Pettersson’s family left Sweden when he was 10, spent five years in England, then settled in Greensboro, N.C.
“I call myself a mutt,” Pettersson said Sunday after rallying to win the Canadian Open for his fourth PGA Tour victory. “I’m not your typical Swede, as you know. …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Carl Pettersson overcomes 6-stroke deficit to win Canadian Open, his 4th PGA Tour victory.

Andre Dawson, Whitey Herzog and Doug Harvey inducted into Baseball’s Hall of Fame

Dawson, Herzog and Harvey enter Hall of Fame

COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. – Andre Dawson left a lasting impression on the ballfield with his true grit and sense of integrity. His eloquent speech upon entering the pantheon of baseball’s greatest stars likely won’t soon be forgotten, either.
At his induction Sunday into the Baseball Hall of Fame, Dawson charmed … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Andre Dawson, Whitey Herzog and Doug Harvey inducted into Baseball’s Hall of Fame.

Angels boost rotation, acquiring All-Star right-hander Dan Haren from Diamondbacks

Angels boost rotation, acquire Haren from D-backs

PHOENIX – The Los Angeles Angels made a move to keep up with the Texas Rangers in the AL West by trading for infielder Alberto Callaspo last week.
The next step was to add a quality pitcher, one who could counter the Rangers acquiring former Cy Young winner Cliff Lee.
A … Original article on : Angels boost rotation, acquiring All-Star right-hander Dan Haren from Diamondbacks.

Contador sips champagne, Armstrong aims to slip away as Tour de France ends in Paris

Celebration, departures and a new era on the Tour

PARIS – The Tour de France ended in celebration, with winner Alberto Contador sipping champagne as he rode into the French capital and Mark Cavendish raising his hands in triumph as he once again claimed a stage victory on the Champs-Elysees.
Lance Armstrong finished with a final chance … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Contador sips champagne, Armstrong aims to slip away as Tour de France ends in Paris.

When a meteorite struck cricket pitch in UK county match

LONDON – A meteorite crashed on a cricket pitch during a county match in the UK.

Two spectators standing on the boundary spotted the meteorite hurtling down from the sky.

Jan Marszel and Richard Haynes were the first ones to witness an extremely rare meteor strike.

The five-inch long rock, believed to be up to 4.5 …. Original article  : When a meteorite struck cricket pitch in UK county match.

Mani slams PCB over lack of effort to restore international matches in Pak

LONDON – Former International Cricket Council (ICC) President Ehsan Mani has accused the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of dragging its feet in the bid to restore international matches to the country.

Leading cricket teams have refused to visit Pakistan following the 2009 attack on the Sri Lanka national cricket team in Lahore, which killed eight people, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Mani slams PCB over lack of effort to restore international matches in Pak.

Ponting not in favour of changes in Oz batting line up for India tour

SYDNEY – Australian skipper Ricky Ponting has said that the prospect of changes to the team’s batting line-up for October’s Test tour of India is remote.

Only Simon Katich (46.75) and Michael Clarke (34.75) had a batting average above 30 in the two-Test series against Pakistan. The worst averages among the specialist batsmen were …. Original article  : Ponting not in favour of changes in Oz batting line up for India tour.

Playing in India is big test for Oz players: Katich

SYDNEY – Opener Simon Katich has said that the Australian team faces a big challenge in the upcoming Test series against World No.1 India, as several newcomers in the team are yet to play senior cricket in the subcontinent.

Katich and paceman Doug Bollinger on Monday returned home after the drawn two-Test series against …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Playing in India is big test for Oz players: Katich.

England selectors stick with Morgan, overlook in form Bopara for Test against Pak

LONDON – England’s selectors have decided to retain one-day star Eion Morgan in the squad for the first Test against Pakistan to be played at Trent Bridge from Thursday, overlooking in-form Essex batsman Ravi Bopara.

Bopara hit two centuries in his last county match, but one-day star Morgan has been given another chance to establish himself [..] Read the original article: here.

Lunch scoreboard: India vs. Sri Lanka, Day 1, Second Test

COLOMBO – The following is the scoreboard at lunch on the first day of the second cricket Test match between India and Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club here Monday.
Sri Lanka 1st innings:
Tharanga Paranavitana batting 45
Tillekaratne Dilshan c Laxman b Ojha 54
Kumar Sangakkara batting 18
Extras (b 4, lb …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Lunch scoreboard: India vs. Sri Lanka, Day 1, Second Test.

Sunil Chhetri Excited To Play ManU

KANSAS CITY (GaeaTimes.com)- The country is waiting in anticipation to watch the football game between the Kansas City Wizards and Manchester United which took place at the New Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City yesterday evening. This time though India is not waiting to watch the likes of Wayne Rooney and Ryan Giggs kick the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Sunil Chhetri Excited To Play ManU.

Sergio Kindle To Miss Team Training

AUSTIN (Gaeatimes.com)- The Baltimore Ravens rookie linebacker Sergio Kindle who was picked by the team during the April draft season has suffered a fatal fall and is at present recuperating at an Austin hospital. The player suffered head injury on Thursday at a private house in Austin. He reportedly fell from two flights of …. Source article  : Sergio Kindle To Miss Team Training.

Sri Lanka make 128/1 at lunch

COLOMBO – Sri Lanka made 128 for one in the first innings at lunch against India on the first day of the second Test match at the Sinhalese Sports Club here Monday.

Opener Tharanga Pranavitana was batting on 45 and skipper Kumar Sangakkara 18. Tillekaratne Dishan made 54.
…. Read the original article  : Sri Lanka make 128/1 at lunch.

Steve Zakuani scores 2 11 minutes apart in Seattle’s 2-1 win over Colorado

Zakuani’s 2 goals lift Sounders past Rapids, 2-1

SEATTLE – Steve Zakuani twice in the first half and the Seattle Sounders FC won for the first time at home since June 5, 2-1 over the Colorado Rapids on Sunday night.
In the eighth minute, Zakuani gathered a deflected ball inside the penalty area and shot it between … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Steve Zakuani scores 2 11 minutes apart in Seattle’s 2-1 win over Colorado.

Sri Lanka opt to bat as India miss Yuvraj, Gambhir

COLOMBO – Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara won the toss and opted to bat against India in the second Test match of the three-match series at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground here Monday.
India is missing key batsmen Yuvraj Singh and Gautam Gambhir due to fever and knee injury. Sri Lanka is also missing … Read more >>.

May-Treanor and Branagh win in Long Beach, Dalhausser and Rogers win 5th straight event

May-Treanor and Branagh win in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Calif. – Misty May-Treanor and Nicole Branagh won the AVP Tour event in Long Beach for their second tour win this season.

Phil Dalhausser and Todd Rogers won for the fifth tournament in a row, beating No. 2 seed Sean Scott and John Hyden in the men’s final … Read more : May-Treanor and Branagh win in Long Beach, Dalhausser and Rogers win 5th straight event.

Tea scoreboard: India vs. Sri Lanka, Day 2, Second Test

COLOMBO – The following is the scoreboard at tea on the second day of the second cricket Test match between India and Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club here Tuesday.
Sri Lanka 1st innings (Overnight 312/2):
Tharanga Paranavitana b Sharma 100
Tillekaratne Dilshan c Laxman b Ojha 54
Kumar Sangakkara … Read more >>>.

Young Pak team can beat England in Test series: Mohsin

Lahore, Jul 27 (ANI): Pakistan’s chief selector Mohsin Khan hopes, the young cricket team that secured victory against Australia at Leeds, could beat England in the coming Test series.

“The English team will have the advantage of home conditions, and their batsmen are technically sound on their own pitches. Pakistan players will have to perform …. Source article  : Young Pak team can beat England in Test series: Mohsin.

Pak team management asks ‘flop’ Akmal brothers to perform

Islamabad, Jul 27 (ANI): The form of the Akmal brothers, Kamran and Umar, who have so far failed to live up to their billing, is worrying the Pakistani camp.

The Pakistani team management has advised the Akmal brothers to improve their performances in the series against England in order to secure their places in the team.

Umar’s … Read more »».

Sangakkara, Jayawardene take Sri Lanka to 587/3

COLOMBO – Skipper Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene took Sri Lanka to 587 for three in the first innings against India at tea on the second day of the second cricket Test here Tuesday.

Jayawardene was batting on 143 and Thilan Samareweera 52 when tea was called at the Sinhalese Sports Club. Sangakkara made 219.
…. Source article  : Sangakkara, Jayawardene take Sri Lanka to 587/3.

Court asks government not to interfere in Hockey India election

NEW DELHI – Holding that Hockey India is a private body, the Delhi High Court Tuesday asked the central government not to interfere in HI elections slated to be held July 28.

The court also asked the government to withdraw its observer appointed to monitor the Hockey India elections.
It further ruled that the Indian Hockey …. Read the original article  : Court asks government not to interfere in Hockey India election.

Now, Stosur pulls out of Commonwealth Games

SYDNEY – Australian tennis player Samantha Stosur Tuesday joined the growing list of top athletes to pull out of the Oct 3-14 Commonwealth Games in Delhi.
The world no.5 would have been the top seed at the Games, where tennis was featuring for the first time.
The reasons behind Stosur’s pull out are … Original article on : Now, Stosur pulls out of Commonwealth Games.

Russia’s Emelyanov edges Schwazer to win men’s 20k walk and 1st gold at Euro Championships

Russia’s Emelyanov wins men’s 20k walk at Euros

BARCELONA, Spain – Stanislav Emelyanov of Russia claimed the first gold medal of the European Championships on Tuesday after winning the men’s 20-kilometer walk final.
Emelyanov won the event along the streets of Barcelona in a time of 1 hour, 20 minutes, 10 seconds. Alex Schwazer of Italy finished … Original article on : Russia’s Emelyanov edges Schwazer to win men’s 20k walk and 1st gold at Euro Championships.

Shillong ensemble wins three golds at choir Olympics

SHILLONG – A Shillong ensemble has won what are perhaps India’s first golds at a choir Olympics, claiming three of the medals at the sixth edition of the event at Shaoxing in China.

The 16-member Shillong Chamber Choir won the golds Monday night in three categories of music – scared, gospel and spiritual and popular Choral … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Shillong ensemble wins three golds at choir Olympics.

BJP, Aiyar embarrass government on CWG

NEW DELHI – The Commonwealth Games had the government in an embarrassing corner Tuesday with not just the BJP asserting that it would raise project delays in parliament but also its own MP Mani Shankar Aiyar declaring that he would be happy if the “Games are spoilt”.

“We will raise the issue of the delays …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

‘If Capello had asked me to join England squad, I would have’, says Scholes

LONDON – Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has revealed his regret over rejecting overtures for an England comeback at the World Cup in South Africa.

He said that had Fabio Capello made the offer instead of his No.2, Franco Baldini, he might have joined the team.

According to The Telegraph, Scholes believes the call should have come … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : ‘If Capello had asked me to join England squad, I would have’, says Scholes.

Neutral Tests in UK at risk following 750 K pound loss from Pak-Oz clash

LONDON – Questions are being raised about the feasibility of England hosting neutral Test matches after the poor spectator turnout for the Pakistan-Australia match at Headingley resulted in 750,000 pounds in losses last week.

An intensive marketing campaign focused on Yorkshire’s large Asian population failed to deliver with crowds of only 4,000 on the first two [..] Read the original article: here.

Becks’ tattooist launches T-Shirt designs

LONDON – The man behind David Beckham’s tattoos has stepped into the fashion world by launching a new range of T-shirts.

And now, Fans of Becks, 35, can buy limited edition items featuring one of his body art designs by Manchester-based Lou Molloy.

Two of the tees feature the famous “guardian angel” found on Becks’ back, depicting … Read more : Becks’ tattooist launches T-Shirt designs.

England series will be ‘real’ test for young Pak team: Akram

KARACHI – Former Pakistani skipper Wasim Akram feels that the upcoming series against England will be the ‘real’ test for Salman Butt’s young team.

Pakistan face England in the first of the four Tests at Trent Bridge starting Thursday.

Speaking to ESPN from London on Monday, Akram said: “Facing England at home will be a tough … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : England series will be ‘real’ test for young Pak team: Akram.

New Zealand Cricket CEO regrets Howard’s nomination

WELLINGTON – New Zealand Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan has said had he known what the International Cricket Council ’s (ICC) view would be on the nomination of former Australian Prime Minister John Howard for the ICC vice presidency, New Zealand Cricket may not have supported Howard’s candidature.

Howard, jointly nominated by New Zealand and Australia, was … Read more »».

Glenn McGrath, fiancee planning Italian wedding?

MELBOURNE – Glenn McGrath and fiancee Sara Leonardi are leaning towards an Italian wedding, according to sources.

Sources say that Leonardi is eyeing a traditional Italian ceremony and McGrath, too, is keen to take the nuptials offshore in an effort to minimize the media hysteria around the event.

“Sara has a lot of friends in South Africa …. Read the original article  : Glenn McGrath, fiancee planning Italian wedding?.

Austin race promoters set to unveil track site for return of Formula One’s US Grand Prix

Austin race promoters set to unveil F1 track site

AUSTIN, Texas – Race promoters are set to reveal the Austin-area site of the track to be built for the return of Formula One racing to the United States.
Race promoters have scheduled a Tuesday news conference in Austin to talk about the track and the U.S. Grand …. Source article  : Austin race promoters set to unveil track site for return of Formula One’s US Grand Prix.

Sangakkara double ton takes Sri Lanka to 457/2 (Lunch Report)

COLOMBO – Skipper Kumar Sangakkara struck his seventh double ton to power Sri Lanka to a mammoth 457 for two in the first innings against India at lunch on the second day of the second cricket Test here Tuesday.
Sangakkara was batting on 214 and Mahela Jayawardene on 71 as Sri Lanka added 145 …. Original source  : Sangakkara double ton takes Sri Lanka to 457/2 (Lunch Report).

Gulbis, Schuettler win opening matches at Farmers Classic in Los Angeles

Gulbis, Schuettler open with wins in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES – Ernests Gulbis won his first match in two months, while the hottest player on the ATP Tour withdrew from the Farmers Classic tennis tournament at UCLA on Monday.
Gulbis beat Lukas Lacko of Slovakia 7-5, 7-5, and he was joined in the second round by Janko …. Source  : Gulbis, Schuettler win opening matches at Farmers Classic in Los Angeles.

Butt happy with teammates offering advice ahead of England series

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s new Test skipper Salman Butt is happy that his teammates keep offering him advice during their forthcoming series against England as it will help in building a united team.

Salman, in his first match as captain, led Pakistan to a three-wicket Test win against Australia at Headingley on Saturday, ending a record [..] Read the original article: here.

BJP to raise CWG delays in parliament

NEW DELHI – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said Tuesday it would raise in parliament the delays in projects for the upcoming Commonwealth Games that have raised global concern.

“We will raise the issue of the delays in preparation for the Commonwealth Games in parliament,” BJP spokesperson Prakash Javadekar told reporters outside parliament.
“It is … Read more »»».

Darryl Stingly Tribute Video Gets Viral over the Web

OAKLAND (GaeaTimes.com) — With the death of Jack Tatum, former Oakland Raider, a video clip showing the “freak accident” between him and Darryl Stingly in 1978, is spreading like wildfire over the net.
The hit video shows how Jack “The Assassin” gave a severe hit to Stingly on the field of a pre-season game. The hit … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Darryl Stingly Tribute Video Gets Viral over the Web.

Arafat becomes second bowler to reach 100 T20-wicket milestone

LONDON – Pakistan all-rounder Yasir Arafat became the second bowler to take 100 Twenty20 wickets when he picked up four wickets playing for Sussex against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge.

The other bowler to hit the century mark in the Twenty20 format is Australia’s Dirk Nannes.

Despite the feat, Arafat had mixed emotions as the Friends Provident …. Original source  : Arafat becomes second bowler to reach 100 T20-wicket milestone.

Kiwi athletics body chief says lots of value in ’second tier’ CW Games

WELLINGTON – The Commonwealth Games may rate as a second-tier competition when it comes to athletics, but there is no doubting the value of this year’s event in New Delhi, said Athletics New Zealand high performance director Kevin Ankrom.

“New Zealanders will probably always see the Commonwealth Games as a major event, but in reality …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Kiwi athletics body chief says lots of value in ’second tier’ CW Games.

Pakistan won’t recall Abbas for Commonwealth Games

KARACHI – Sohail Abbas, Pakistan’s record-breaking hockey player, will not feature in October’s Commonwealth Games (CWG) in New Delhi as the country’s hockey bosses have decided against including the veteran player in the national team.

A top Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) official said Wednesday that Abbas will not be invited for the preparatory camp for the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Pakistan won’t recall Abbas for Commonwealth Games.

Tevez urges Torres to join Man City

LONDON – Ace striker Carlos Tevez has urged Fernando Torres to join him at Manchester City, after coach Roberto Mancini admitted that he wants to sign the Liverpool striker.

Tevez said: “Torres would definitely make us better. He’s one of the top strikers in the world and I would love to have him as a …. Original article  : Tevez urges Torres to join Man City.

Stadia work up to mark: Gill

NEW DELHI – Work on 13 stadia being built for the Commonwealth Games and which are under the central government is satisfactory and up to the mark, Youth Affairs and Sports Minister M.S. Gill said Wednesday.

“There are no shortcomings in the 13 stadiums that are under the sports department. Some stadiums are under the Delhi …. Read the original article  : Stadia work up to mark: Gill.

Olympic champ Kaniskina leads Russian sweep of women’s 20K walk at European Championships

Kaniskina leads Russian sweep of Euros 20K walk

BARCELONA, Spain – Olga Kaniskina won gold in the women’s 20-kilometer walk at the European Championships, leading a Russian sweep of the medals in Wednesday’s event.
The Olympic champion made up for a silver performance four years ago with a season’s best time of 1 hour, 27 minutes, 44 …. Read the original article  : here.

Cricketers back ‘Not In My Game’ campaign to fight against terrorism

LONDON – A group of cricketers, including former Pakistan spinner-turned England spin-bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed, have lent their support to an anti-terror campaign ‘Not In My Game’ to fight against the menace.

The aim of the campaign is to encourage cricket fans around the world to make clear that incidents such as last year’s terror attack … Read : Cricketers back ‘Not In My Game’ campaign to fight against terrorism.

‘England are better than Australia’, says Salman Butt

LONDON – Pakistan captain Salman Butt has rated the England team as relatively better opponents than the Australians.

Butt said that the series against England will be a lot tougher, and every player will have to raise the level of his game.

“I think England are better than Australia. Each member of their team knows what is …. Read the original article  : ‘England are better than Australia’, says Salman Butt.

England will show no fear against Pakistan: Broad

LONDON – Fast bowler Stuart Broad has said that England would see the upcoming Test series against Pakistan as a challenging assignment and a preparatory for this year’s Ashes series Down Under.

In an article for the Daily Mail, Broad said: “It will be quite a challenge. I am making such a late start to my … Read more >>.

Shane Warne steps in as Liz Hurley’s ‘date’ at horse race event

MELBOURNE – Liz Hurley and Shane Warne were an unusual sight together, when seen at the Glorious Goodwood race meet yesterday.

Warne was filling in for Hurley’s husband and Indian textile heir Arun Nayar, who was not to be seen around.

Hurley, who has just entered into owning thoroughbred racehorses, may have been getting some betting tips … Read more »»».

Spinners put India on backfoot (Lunch Report)

COLOMBO – Debutant spinner Suraj Randiv picked up two wickets, including the prized scalp of Virender Sehwag, to reduce India to 173 for three in the first innings, in reply to Sri Lanka’s 642 for four declared at lunch on the third day of the second cricket Test match here Wednesday.
Sehwag missed a …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Spinners put India on backfoot (Lunch Report).

Barcelona’s bid to lure Fabregas hit by financial debt stumbling block

LONDON – The financial problems for new Barcelona president Sandro Rosell may mean that they will have to finally give up on getting Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas

A new audit into the Spanish giants’ finances showed they made a loss of more than 64.36 million pounds last season.

The club’s bid to lure Fabregas hit another stumbling …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Barcelona’s bid to lure Fabregas hit by financial debt stumbling block.

Collingwood eyeing Pak Test series as platform for Ashes success

LONDON – England batsman Paul Collingwood believes that his team can use their forthcoming series against Pakistan as a springboard for Ashes success in Australia later this year.

England will play four Tests against Pakistan, with the first match starting on Thursday at Trent Bridge.

“It would be silly to have full concentration on the Ashes, (but …. Source article  : Collingwood eyeing Pak Test series as platform for Ashes success.

Man U’s new signing Hernandez delighted to play alongside club heroes

LONDON – Manchester United new signing Javier Hernandez, who was used to playing his club heroes before this week on a PlayStation console, will now play with them in reality.

Hernandez said: “To play with people like Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes will be incredible for me. I have only ever played with them on my …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

PCB seeks Govt. approval to submit report over 2009 Sri Lankan team terror attack

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sought the government’s approval to forward a high-level review over last year’s terror attack on the Sri Lankan team to the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Leading cricket teams have refused to visit Pakistan following the 2009 attack on the team in Lahore, which killed eight people, as well … Read more »»».

Tribute to Grover Cleveland Alexander

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Grover Cleveland Alexander was an American Professional Baseball pitcher. The player was born on February 26, 1887 and passed away on November 4, 1950. He played in Major League Baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs and St. louis Cardinals. He was elected into the prestigious Baseball Hall of Fame …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Tribute to Grover Cleveland Alexander.

Pak pace trio can put England on back foot: Sarfraz

KARACHI – Former Test pacer Sarfraz Nawaz feels Pakistan can only think of a victory against England if its bowlers give devastating performance.

“Pakistani pace attack is very devastating right now. They have been in good form and hopefully they would remain in form and fit. We only won the Test match against Australia because … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Pak pace trio can put England on back foot: Sarfraz.

Andy Murray splits with coach Maclagan over Corretja’s role

LONDON – Britain’s No.1 tennis player Andy Murray has split with his coach Miles Maclagan after a disagreement over the role of coaching consultant Alex Corretja, who was originally brought in to advise Murray on how to improve his clay-court game.

The three men were finding it difficult to work together, according to sources inside the … Read more : Andy Murray splits with coach Maclagan over Corretja’s role.

Collingwood scoffs at ‘overrated’ Pak bowling attack

LOUGHBOROUGH – England middle-order batsman Paul Collingwood has described the Pakistan bowling attack as overrated and added that reports describing its potency are “way over the top”.

He said Australia’s bowlers were still the world’s best.

“I think they (Pakistan’s bowlers) have got a lot of talent, but to say they are the number one pace attack … Read : Collingwood scoffs at ‘overrated’ Pak bowling attack.

Australia set to host 2015 Asian Cup football finals

SYDNEY – Australia is set to host the 2015 Asian Cup finals after presenting its bid to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) at a meeting in Kuala Lumpur Thursday.

Australia is the only contender for the 16th edition of the competition.
AFC president Mohamed bin Hammam received the bid book from Football Federation of Australia (FFA) …. Source  : Australia set to host 2015 Asian Cup football finals.

Maradona hits back, says he was cheated and lied to

BUENOS AIRES – Diego Maradona broke his silence Thursday, a day after he was sacked as Argentina’s national coach, saying he was betrayed and lied to.

In a scathing attack, he said that the chief of the Argentine football association (AFA), Julio Grondona, and co-coach Carlos Bilardo lied to him and cheated him. He made a … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Maradona hits back, says he was cheated and lied to.

Dubutant Raina hits century as India avoid follow-on (Lunch Report)

COLOMBO – Test debutant Suresh Raina struck a century and was involved in a 236-run partnership with Sachin Tendulkar as India averted a follow-on in the second cricket Test against Sri Lanka here Thursday. At lunch on the fourth day, India were 477 for four in their first innings, in reply to the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Dubutant Raina hits century as India avoid follow-on (Lunch Report).

Akram says ‘knee-jerk’ reactions bane of Pak cricket

LAHORE – Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has called for stability in the national team, and urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to stick with newly-appointed skipper Salman Butt.

“Shahid Afridi was appointed for a year and out of the blue he disappeared after one Test. That was a joke,” Wasim wrote in an article … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Akram says ‘knee-jerk’ reactions bane of Pak cricket.

New proposal to revolutionise Test cricket championship

SYDNEY – A new proposal under consideration is all set to revolutionise Test cricket, with the two best nations to play a grand final possibly over six days or, even until there is a result.

Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland is confident his ICC counterparts will take their first steps towards a points-based system since …. Source article  : New proposal to revolutionise Test cricket championship.

Indian, Lankan cricketers pay homage to late Lankan star C.I. Gunasekara

COLOMBO – Indian and Sri Lankan cricketers taking part in the second cricket Test being played here, paid tribute and homage to former All Ceylon Cricketer Conroy Ievers Gunasekara, better known as C.I Gunasekara, who passed away today. He was 90.

Players from both sides observed two minutes silence shortly after lunch on the fourth day …. Source article  : Indian, Lankan cricketers pay homage to late Lankan star C.I. Gunasekara.

Maradona accuses Argentine football association of ‘lying, betraying’

LONDON – After losing his job as Argentina’s football coach, Diego Maradona has accused Argentina Football Association president Julio Grondona of ‘lying’ and team manager Carlos Bilardo of ‘betraying’.

The Argentine FA declined to renew his contract in the wake of the 4-0 World Cup quarterfinal defeat by Germany.

“Grondona lied to me. Bilardo betrayed … Read : Maradona accuses Argentine football association of ‘lying, betraying’.

Should White Sox Trade Back Scott Podsednik?

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com) – Scoot Podsednik is now a Major League Baseball outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Did White Sox have done a great mistake by trading Scoot Podsednik to Dodgers?
White Sox is now on a dilemma whether to bring back Scoot Podsednik or not. The big positive attribute of Scoot Podsednik is …. Original source  : Should White Sox Trade Back Scott Podsednik?.

Jhonny Peralta Goes To Detroit Tigers

ST. PETERSBURG (GaeaTimes.com)- The Cleveland Indians on Wednesday traded its veteran third baseman Jhonny Peralta to the Detroit Tigers that provided them with a minor league left-hander player Giovanni Soto. The trade was carried out by the Detroit Tigers in an attempt to bring some respite to its injury-ridden team which has some of …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Jhonny Peralta Goes To Detroit Tigers.

Lunch scoreboard: India vs. Sri Lanka, Day 4, Second Test

COLOMBO – The following is the scoreboard at lunch on the fourth day of the second cricket Test match between India and Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club here Thursday.
Sri Lanka 1st innings: 642 for four declared
India 1st innings (overnight 382/4)
Murali Vijay lbw Mendis 58
Virender Sehwag st …. Original article  : Lunch scoreboard: India vs. Sri Lanka, Day 4, Second Test.

Raiders sign first-round pick Rolando McClain hours before start of first practice

Raiders sign first-round pick Rolando McClain

NAPA, Calif. – The Oakland Raiders signed first-round pick Rolando McClain to a contract late Wednesday night, hours before the start of their first training camp practice.
McClain, the eighth overall pick in April’s draft, is just the third first-round pick to sign a contract and the highest overall pick to …. Original source  : Raiders sign first-round pick Rolando McClain hours before start of first practice.

Debutant Raina hits ton as India makes 477/4

COLOMBO – Suresh Raina scored a century on debut as India avoided a follow on and scored 477 for four in the first innings, in reply to Sri Lanka’s 642 for four declared, at lunch on the fourth day of the second cricket Test here Thursday.
Raina was unbeaten on 112 and Sachin Tendulkar …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Debutant Raina hits ton as India makes 477/4.

Memphis Regrets the Loss of Lorenzen Wright

MEMPHIS (GaeaTimes.com) – The death of Memphis famous basketball player, Lorenzen Wright is still a mystery. Wright’s body was found in the dense forest of south-east Memphis on Wednesday afternoon.
Memphis fans are in a state of shock at the sudden loss of the great sports person. According to reports, Lorenzen represented the city of Memphis. …. Source  : Memphis Regrets the Loss of Lorenzen Wright.

Manchested United Wins 5-2 in MLS ALL Star Game

HOUSTON, TEXAS(GaeaTimes) — Manchester United Scored 5 times in the the MLS All Star game. This was the final match of the club’s North American pre-season tour. The charismatic Italian mid-fielder Fedrico Macheda opened the score for Manchester United within 23 seconds.
Fedrico Macheda scored once again within 13 minutes to increase the lead to … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Manchested United Wins 5-2 in MLS ALL Star Game.

Manchester United Takes On MLA All Star’s Tonight

HOUSTON (GaeaTimes.com) — The Red Devils are all set to take on MLS All Star opposition at Reliant Stadium in Houston (8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and TeleFutura).
In an interview, MLS Commissioner Don Garber said
Manchester United are among the most recognized and successful clubs in the world, and we are pleased to have them compete … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Manchester United Takes On MLA All Star’s Tonight.

Cricket Australia board to meet to consider Howard’s ICC nomination

MELBOURNE – Cricket Australia has summoned 14 of its board members to Melbourne tomorrow to decide on former prime minister John Howard’s nomination to the International Cricket Council.

Howard’s nomination for the ICC vice-presidency was blocked by a strong alliance of Asian and African nations at an ICC board meeting in Singapore in June.

CA must … Read more >>>.

Injured Shahzad ruled out of Trent Bridge Test against Pakistan

LONDON – England fast bowler Ajmal Shahzad has been ruled out of the first Test against Pakistan, starting at Trent Bridge here on Thursday, due to an ankle injury.

Shahzad suffered the injury when he twisted his left ankle while playing for Yorkshire in a 40-over match last Monday. He has been replaced by fellow Yorkshire … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Injured Shahzad ruled out of Trent Bridge Test against Pakistan.

Lorenzen Wright Dies At 34

MEMPHIS (GaeaTimes.com)- Former American basketball player Lorenzen Wright’s body has been found in a wooded area in southeast Memphis yesterday. The ex-NBA player’s uncle Curtis Wright officially confirmed the news to the media. The former NBA player has been missing since last week and his family appealed for his appearance by filing a … Read more : Lorenzen Wright Dies At 34.

India-Pakistan shadow boxing /(Article)

NEW DELHI – India and Pakistan have gone through another round of shadow boxing, which they call steps towards a dialogue, to sort out differences between the two countries on a host of issues.

Though the talks ended in a stalemate, with the two countries blaming each other for the deadlock, they are set to … Original article on : India-Pakistan shadow boxing /(Article).

Padres get 1st win in 5 games against Dodgers at Petco Park, 6-1

Padres finally beat Dodgers at Petco Park, 6-1

SAN DIEGO – Jerry Hairston Jr. drove in three runs and five San Diego pitchers retired the final 19 batters, leading the NL West-leading Padres to a 6-1 win over the rival Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night.
The Padres beat the Dodgers for the first time in five …. Original article  : Padres get 1st win in 5 games against Dodgers at Petco Park, 6-1.

‘I’ve still got a lot to learn’ says Morgan

Trent Bridge (Nottingham, UK),J – England middle-order batsman Eoin Morgan says that he still has a lot to learn in silencing most doubters with a stunning maiden Test century in only his third match.

Morgan scored an unbeaten 125 on the first day of the first Test against Pakistan here, helping his team to a formidable …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘I’ve still got a lot to learn’ says Morgan.

Aditya carries India’s hope in world junior squash

QUITO – Aditya Jagtap carried India’s hopes into the quarterfinal stage of the World Junior Men’s Squash Championships here.

Also joining him Thursday were five Egyptians and one each from Pakistan and England.
Earlier in the day, Jagtap defeated Lance Beddoes from New Zealand and then overcame James Earles from England. The …. Read the original article  : here.

Cricket Australia not to renominate Howard for ICC post, backs Kiwi cricket chief

MELBOURNE – The 14-member executive board of directors of Cricket Australia on Friday decided not to renominate former Australian Prime Minister John Howard for the post of vice-president of the International Cricket Council (ICC), opting instead to back New Zealand Cricket chairman Alan Isaac.

Following the rejection of Howard by the ICC, Cricket Australia and New …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Cricket Australia not to renominate Howard for ICC post, backs Kiwi cricket chief.

Sakshi Singh Rawat’s Ranchi Arrival Eagerly Anticipated

RANCHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- While Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s wedding to Sakshi Singh Rawat had gone fairly unnoticed by the media, the neighbors and well wishers of the cricketer were waiting in anticipation for their idol’s arrival to Ranchi from Dehradun, so that they may also take part in the celebrations. Reports from Ranchi … Original source on Gaea Times at : Sakshi Singh Rawat’s Ranchi Arrival Eagerly Anticipated.

India thrash Desportivo Monsanto 6-2 on Portugal tour

NEW DELHI – The Indian football team thrashed Desportivo Monsanto 6-2 at Pilado in their second practice match in Portugal.

According to information received here, Mohammed Rafi scored a brace, while Anthony Pereira, Renedy Singh, Clifford Miranda and Abhishek Yadav scored a goal each in Thursday’s match.
India made two changes in the starting line-up … Read more : India thrash Desportivo Monsanto 6-2 on Portugal tour.

Travis Pastrana Bags His 7th Gold Medal in Moto X Freestyle

LOS ANGELS (GaeaTimes.com) — Travis Pastrana has bagged yet another Free style Gold Medal. This is Pastrana’s seventh haul. Pastrana was awarded his 7th Moto X Freestyle gold medal on Thursday night at Los Angeles. He won his forth medal in 2003 at the same place.

Pastrana was leading right from the beginning. His … Read more »»».

Hamilton says he has no deal to pull aside to help teammates

LONDON – McLaren ace Lewis Hamilton has said that he does not expect to be in the position where he has to accept team orders to pull aside for a teammate like Ferrari rival Felipe Massa did for Fernando Alonso during last Sunday’s German Grand Prix in Hockenheim.

“I don’t think at any stage of the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Hamilton says he has no deal to pull aside to help teammates.

Robinho begs Manchester City to let him quit

LONDON – Brazilian football star Robinho is reported to have begged Manchester City to let him quit Eastlands.

The 32.5-million-pound played his final loan game for Santos this week.

Now, according to The Sun, the 26-year-old striker will ask City boss Roberto Mancini to allow him to make his switch to the Samba club permanent.

He said: …. Source  : Robinho begs Manchester City to let him quit.

Matt Capps Moves to Minnesota Twins

MINNESOTA (GaeaTimes.com) — Matt Capps is all set to move over to Minnesota Twins this season. The Washington Nationals have traded him in exchange of Wilson Ramos on late Thursday night.
The Nationals included $500,000 in the deal and will receive left-handed relief pitcher Joe Testa, who was demoted from Class AA New Britain to Class … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Matt Capps Moves to Minnesota Twins.

Lunch scoreboard: India vs. Sri Lanka, Day 5, Second Test

COLOMBO – The following is the scoreboard at lunch on the final day of the second cricket Test match between India and Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club here Friday.
Sri Lanka 1st innings: 642 for four declared
India 1st innings (overnight 669/9)
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Virender Sehwag …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Person familiar with situation: Former Oregon QB Masoli invited to visit Ole Miss this weekend

AP source: Masoli invited to visit Ole Miss

A person familiar with the situation says Mississippi coach Houston Nutt has invited former Oregon quarterback Jeremiah Masoli to visit campus this weekend.
Masoli is expected to decide by Friday morning whether he’ll visit Oxford. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because Masoli has …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Sri Lanka make 19/0 at lunch

COLOMBO – Sri Lanka were 19 for no loss in the second innings at lunch, after bowling out India for 707 in the first innings, on the final day of the second cricket Test here Friday.

Openers Tharanga Pranavitana was batting on six and Tillekaratne Dilshan on five. Sri Lanka declatred their first innings at 642 [..] Read the original article: here.

Murray, Lopez, Blake win, Gulbis upset at Farmers Classic in Los Angeles

Murray, Lopez, Blake win 2nd-round matches in LA
LOS ANGELES – Andy Murray had to go the distance in his Los Angeles debut, beating American qualifier Tim Smyczek 6-1, 4-6, 6-2 on Thursday night in a second-round match at the Farmers Classic.
The top-seeded Scot received a wild-card into the event after world No. 2 … Original source on Gaea Times at : Murray, Lopez, Blake win, Gulbis upset at Farmers Classic in Los Angeles.

Former Raptors star Bosh says he always played hard while with Toronto

Bosh says he always played hard with Raptors

TORONTO – After being called out as a quitter by his former general manager, Chris Bosh says he “put his heart and soul” into the Toronto Raptors organization and never gave up on his team.
In an interview on Rogers Sportsnet on Thursday night, Bosh responded to allegations made … Read more »»».

NASCAR’s Stewart makes successful return to North Dakota dirt track

Stewart returns to North Dakota
WEST FARGO, N.D. – NASCAR star Tony Stewart made his return to North Dakota – and failed to cross the finish line.

The two-time Sprint Cup champion was felled by a flat tire midway through the 35-lap All Star Circuit of Champions sprint feature Thursday at the Red River Valley Speedway. He … Read more : NASCAR’s Stewart makes successful return to North Dakota dirt track.

Marion Bartoli, Maria Sharapova advance to Bank of West quarterfinals

Bartoli, Sharapova reach quarterfinals
STANFORD, Calif. – Marion Bartoli, Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka advanced to the quarterfinals of the Bank of the West Classic.
Shahar Peer, another seeded player, wasn’t as fortunate Thursday
The fourth-seeded Bartoli beat former world No. 1 Ana Ivanovic, 6-3, 6-4, for her eighth consecutive victory at the event and 10th … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Marion Bartoli, Maria Sharapova advance to Bank of West quarterfinals.

Ty Wigginton’s sac fly leads Orioles to 6-5 win over Royals in 11 innings

Wigginton’s sac fly leads Orioles to win in 11

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Ty Wigginton’s sacrifice fly in the 11th inning broke the game’s final tie and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Thursday night to snap a five-game losing streak.
Corey Patterson homered with two outs in the eighth off Kansas City’s …. Read the original article  : Ty Wigginton’s sac fly leads Orioles to 6-5 win over Royals in 11 innings.

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As Twins surge after break, front office has same if-it-makes-sense approach to trade deadline

Surging Twins approach trade deadline usual way
MINNEAPOLIS – The All-Star break was a welcomed rest for the Minnesota Twins. It was also quite the revival.
They’re only 14 games into the second half, but by outscoring their opponents 97-50 and going 10-4 they’ve rediscovered their energy and confidence even if the success was perhaps … Read more : As Twins surge after break, front office has same if-it-makes-sense approach to trade deadline.

No. 600 eludes Alex Rodriguez, whose three RBIs help Yankees beat Indians 11-4

A-Rod has three RBIs, but no No. 600 in Yanks win

CLEVELAND – Alex Rodriguez drove in three runs without hitting his 600th homer and the New York Yankees used a seven-run seventh inning to beat the Cleveland Indians 11-4 Thursday night.
Dustin Moseley (1-0) won his first start, allowing a run and four hits over six …. Original source  : No. 600 eludes Alex Rodriguez, whose three RBIs help Yankees beat Indians 11-4.

CWG organising committee asked to explain delays, deals

NEW DELHI – Cabinet Secretary K.M. Chandrasekhar is understood to have asked the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee to submit details about the delays in the completion of games projects, cost overruns and deals that have attracted adverse media attention, even as a report of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) about suspected irregularities hit headlines in … Read this article on Gaea Times at : CWG organising committee asked to explain delays, deals.

Hard man Rio Ferdinand goes soft, admits to being secret McFly fan

LONDON – Manchester United football star Rio Ferdinand has ruined his hard man image by admitting he is a secret McFly fan.

According to The Sun, the England football captain posted a snap of himself singing along to the boyband’s hit Star Girl on his Twitter page.

Rio, 31, went online to share the photo with … Original article on : Hard man Rio Ferdinand goes soft, admits to being secret McFly fan.

nderson says his fiver did make for a good birthday celebration

Trent Bridge (Nottingham, UK),J – England fast bowler James Anderson at present looks the best swing bowler in the world, and he said that his five wickets for 49 runs against Pakistan in the first Test between the two sides being played here, did make for a good birthday celebration with his team mates.

Anderson, who … Read more >>.

Indian origin Ponzi king dupes investors of 115 million pounds

LONDON – An Indian origin businessman has been charged for spearheading Britain’s biggest Ponzi fraud, cheating investors, including a former England cricketer, of 115-million-pounds.

According to the Daily Express, Kautilya Nandan Pruthi’s victims include former England cricketer Darren Gough, singer Jerome Flynn and other celebrities.

Gough is a former winner of TV’s Strictly Come Dancing talent … Original article on : Indian origin Ponzi king dupes investors of 115 million pounds.

Pak Sports Ministry says no request by PCB to clear Sri Lankan team terror attack report

LAHORE – The Pakistan Sports Ministry has said that it has not received any report from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) over last year’s terror attack on the Sri Lankan team in Lahore.

“As far as I know they had sent us a report on the sad incident, but that was sometime back and it … Original source on Gaea Times at : Pak Sports Ministry says no request by PCB to clear Sri Lankan team terror attack report.

Button vows to quit Formula One if team orders are brought back

LONDON – World motor racing champion Jenson Button has vowed to quit Formula One if team orders are brought back.

Button said that he would walk away from his eight million pound deal over the issue that has split the sport. he Sun quoted him as saying: “I’d not be interested in racing in F1 …. Source  : Button vows to quit Formula One if team orders are brought back.

Paris Rosen Crashes in Moto X 16

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com) — Paris Rosen, who rose to super stardom by posting a viral Motorbike stunt video in You Tube has been involved in a horrific crash.
Paris Rosen was seen last night crashing into the ground after attempting a Front-Flip. He was taken to a nearby hospital for immediate medical attention. His manager …. Read the original article  : here.

Kyle Loza Shows Off his Moto X Best Trick Move

NEW YORK (Gaeatimes.com) — It seems that Kyle Loza will take the Gold Medal for the fourth time at the Moto X Best Trick. With Blake “Bilko” leaving the game after a shoulder injury, the first position for Kyle Loza seems obvious. There is no chance for Blake “Bilko” to return back to the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kyle Loza Shows Off his Moto X Best Trick Move.

N. Korean football coach sacked, could be executed

LONDON – North Korea World Cup coach Kim Jong-hun has been sacked, publicly ridiculed, expelled from the Worker’s Party and made a construction labourer after his team failed to do well in South Africa.

He has also been accused of betraying General Kim Jong-un, the shadowy son of North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-il, raising fears that …. Read the original article  : here.

Brazilian goalie charged with ex-girlfriend’s murder

LONDON – Brazilian goalkeeper Bruno Souza has been charged with the murder of his 25-year-old ex-girlfriend Eliza Samudio. He reportedly fathered her four-month-old baby.

According to The Telegraph, Samudio’s body is yet to be found, but the police has wrapped up an initial phase of their investigation by saying that Souza masterminded her murder. …. Original source  : Brazilian goalie charged with ex-girlfriend’s murder.

Roy Oswalt’s debut with Philly a dud; Lance Berkman headed to Yankees as trade deadline nears

Oswalt’s Philly debut a dud; Berkman headed to NYY

Roy Oswalt’s debut with the Philadelphia Phillies was a dud. Maybe ex-teammate Lance Berkman will make a better first impression for the New York Yankees.
On another busy day of wheeling and dealing leading up to baseball’s trade deadline, the Chicago White Sox added pitcher Edwin Jackson, and … Read : Roy Oswalt’s debut with Philly a dud; Lance Berkman headed to Yankees as trade deadline nears.

ICC VP nominee Isaac may win Asian vote for supporting IPL window creation in FTP

SYDNEY – Cricket Australia and New Zealand Cricket’s nominee for the ICC vice-presidency, Alan Isaac, has come out in support of creating windows for the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the Future Tours Program (FTP), which could improve his chances of securing the post with the help of the Asian Bloc.

According to the Sydney Morning …. Original source  : ICC VP nominee Isaac may win Asian vote for supporting IPL window creation in FTP.

Sharapova outlasts Dementieva in 3 sets; Azarenka beats defending champion Bartoli

Sharapova, Azarenka win quarterfinals matches
STANFORD, Calif. – Maria Sharapova outlasted fellow Russian Elena Dementieva, 6-4, 2-6, 6-3, in a match Friday night that lasted 2 hours, 47 minutes in the quarterfinals of the Bank of the Classic.
The fifth-seeded Sharapova improved to 6-3 against top 10 competition since returning from shoulder surgery last May. …. Read the original article  : Sharapova outlasts Dementieva in 3 sets; Azarenka beats defending champion Bartoli.

Watch Chivas vs Manchester United Game Streaming Online

GUADALJARA, MEXICO (GaeaTimes.com) – The soccer fans now have enough reasons to cheer. Now they can watch Chivas vs Manchester United Soccer Live streaming online. Manchester United, the world’s most famous soccer team came to Guadaljara in Mexico on 30th July for the inauguration of the new omnilife stadium, Estadio Chivas.
As a part of the … Read more : Watch Chivas vs Manchester United Game Streaming Online.

New York Yankees Acquires Austin Kearns From Cleveland Indians

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Austin Kearns will now be fielding for the Yankees. With the trade deadline closing down on them, the Yankees completed the deal last night. Today 4 p.m. (local time) happens to be the closing hour to trade players outside Major League Baseball’s waiver system. Post the deadline, players are allowed …. Read the original article  : New York Yankees Acquires Austin Kearns From Cleveland Indians.

Shaun White Looses to Gangon in X Games Final

LOS Angeles (GaeaTimes.com) — Nokia Theater stood stunned, as Pierre-Luc Gagnon was able to come from behind to beat Shaun White. Shaun White returned to X Games after a long time and posted two of the biggest scores in the skateboard vert final with his first two runs. Pierre-Luc Gagnon fell in each of …. Source  : Shaun White Looses to Gangon in X Games Final.

Sam Bradford Signs a Contract of $78 Million with New York Jets

NEW YORK (Gaeatimes.com) — Rams rookie Sam Bradford, signed a contract of $78 Million with New York Jets for a 6 Year deal. It is worth $50 Million in guarantees. Bradford has made a record by signing the highest single contract in the League’s history.
The New York Jets have signed in their new coach, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Sam Bradford Signs a Contract of $78 Million with New York Jets.

Lance Berkman To Join New York Yankees

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- At the age of 34 and recording a career low last season, Lance Berkman still has got something that is driving the New York Yankees to go for him. As per reports, the New York Yankees have agreed to a trade with the Houston Astros under which they would acquire switch-hitter …. Original source  : Lance Berkman To Join New York Yankees.

Ryan’s infield hit gives Cardinals’ 1-0, 10-inning victory over Pirates

Cardinals beat Pirates 1-0 in 10 innings
ST. LOUIS – Brendan Ryan’s broken-bat infield hit in the 10th inning drove in the game’s lone run and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-0 on Friday night.

Chris Carpenter allowed five hits over eight innings for the Cardinals, who have won eight of nine at home … Read more : Ryan’s infield hit gives Cardinals’ 1-0, 10-inning victory over Pirates.

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Mourinho ‘The Special One’ destined to lead Man U, England: Sneijder

LONDON – New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho ‘The Special One’ is destined to manage Manchester United and England, according to Dutch playmaker Wesley Sneijder.

Real Madrid is just a stopping off stage before Mourinho ends up at Old Trafford as Sir Alex Ferguson’s natural replacement, says Sneijder.

Sneijder came to know Mourinho well in [..] Read the original article: here.

Rick Ankiel Traded To Atlanta Braves

CINCINNATI (GaeaTimes.com)- Outfielder Rick Ankiel is now part of Atlanta Braves. The team in its move to strengthen its outfield and Bullpen area went for a five-player deal on Saturday with the Kansas City Royals. The Atlanta Braves got Rick Ankiel and right-hander Kyle Farnsworth from the Kansas City Royals; it traded three young [..] Read the original article: here.

‘Beckham’s top-flight football career is over’

LONDON – New AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri has said that England midfielder David Beckham’s top-flight football career is over.

Beckham is battling to overcome the ruptured Achilles tendon he suffered while playing for Milan in March.

Allegri fears Beckham, 35, will never play for Milan or any big club ever again, News of the … Original article on : ‘Beckham’s top-flight football career is over’.

British rowers break 114-year-old transatlantic crossing record

LONDON – A British-led rowing team broke a 114-year-old record for crossing the North Atlantic from New York to the Isles of Scilly on Saturday.

During two months at sea, the team battled 10-metre waves, a bout of food poisoning and narrowly avoided crashing into fishing boats in 35-knot winds, The Telegraph reports.

The team, skippered … Original source on Gaea Times at : British rowers break 114-year-old transatlantic crossing record.

Shane Warne wins TV role on Channel 9

MELBOURNE – Oz cricket superstar Shane Warne has struck a deal with Channel 9 to head a prime-time TV variety show.

The deal, finalized by Nine boss David Gyngell, will see the show go on air during the Ashes series on Thursdays at 9.30pm.

Nine has brought back light entertainment guru Glenn Pallister, formerly in charge …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Prefer equal battle between bat and ball, rather than dull India-Lanka draw: Benaud

LONDON – Former Australian cricket captain and noted television commentator Richie Benaud has said that he would prefer a Test match where the battle between bat and ball is on an equal footing, as in the case of England versus Pakistan, as opposed to a match “where only 17 wickets are taken and almost 1,500 …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Prefer equal battle between bat and ball, rather than dull India-Lanka draw: Benaud.

Allegations of rampant corruption in CWG baseless: Kalmadi

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games (CWG) Organising Committee Chairman Suresh Kalmadi has refuted allegations of rampant corruption in the event-related projects.

Kalmadi deemed media reports on suspected financial irregularities as unfounded and baseless and asserted that the Organising Committee’s mandate included neither the development of infrastructure for the games nor the tendering process.

“We have nothing …. Read the original article  : here.

Howard’s replacement for ICC post denies BCCI’s dominance of world cricket

MELBOURNE – International Cricket Council chairman-elect Alan Isaac has denied that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) led bloc dominated the sport.

“It’s not actually like that. As chairman of KPMG, four times a year I met as part of the Asia-Pacific board so you get a bit used to dealing with people …. Original article  : Howard’s replacement for ICC post denies BCCI’s dominance of world cricket.

Tevez humiliated at team being ‘herded like chickens’ on flight following WC exit

LONDON – Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez, who scored 29 goals in his first season at the club, has said that he is struggling to motivate himself for the new Premier League season following his country’s failed World Cup campaign.

Manchester City will again rely upon the Argentine striker to spearhead his side’s quest for … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Tevez humiliated at team being ‘herded like chickens’ on flight following WC exit.

Rooney has rum and tells Haye, ‘I would love to be a boxer’

LONDON – England’s ace striker Wayne Rooney told World Heavyweight Champion David Haye that he would love to be a boxer after a rum drinking session with him.

Rooney and Haye were on holiday last month at the exclusive Royal Westmoreland complex in Barbados where the Manchester United striker owns a five million pound luxury … Original source on Gaea Times at : Rooney has rum and tells Haye, ‘I would love to be a boxer’.

Elite Tripura troopers to provide security during CWG

AGARTALA – Tripura State Rifles (TSR) troopers, specialised in combat actions, will help in providing security during the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi following a request from the union home ministry, a top official said here Sunday.

“Following the request from the union home ministry, one battalion (around 1,000 troopers) of TSR is expected to take …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Elite Tripura troopers to provide security during CWG.

Usha finds running easier than managing her academy

NEW DELHI – Sprinter-hurdler P.T.Usha has overcome many challenges in her illustrious career, but today she faces the biggest hurdle of her life — running her dream project, the Usha School of Athletics, to produce champion athletes.

“Running and hurdling are far easier than running an academy,” Usha sums up her eight-year experience of managing the …. Original source  : Usha finds running easier than managing her academy.

Seattle Seahawks agree to deal with No. 14 pick Earl Thomas

Seahawks agree to deal with 1st-round pick Thomas

SEATTLE – The Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement with safety Earl Thomas, one of their two first-round draft picks.
A person familiar with the deal says it’s a five-year contract worth $21.1 million, including $12.32 million guaranteed. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Seattle Seahawks agree to deal with No. 14 pick Earl Thomas.

Chivas USA beats Crew 3-1 for 1st MLS home win since April 10, hands Columbus 2nd road loss

Chivas USA gets first home MLS win since April 10

CARSON, Calif. – Justin Braun and Blair Gavin scored in the first half and Chivas USA beat Columbus 3-1 on Saturday night.
Carlos Borja added a goal in the second half as Chivas (5-9-3) won a league home game for the first time since April 10.
Eastern Conference …. Source article  : Chivas USA beats Crew 3-1 for 1st MLS home win since April 10, hands Columbus 2nd road loss.

Sharapova beats Radwanska; Azarenka tops Stosur to reach Bank of West final

Sharapova, Azarenka reach Stanford final
STANFORD, Calif. – Maria Sharapova finds herself just playing tennis these days, a nice feeling after dealing with a return from major surgery a year ago.
Sharapova shook off a first-set loss to beat Poland’s Agnieszka Radwanska 1-6, 6-2, 6-2 on Saturday in the Bank of the West Classic to …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Sharapova beats Radwanska; Azarenka tops Stosur to reach Bank of West final.

Juan Manuel Marquez batters Juan Diaz for unanimous-decision win, keeps lightweight belts

Marquez dominates Diaz to keep lightweight belts

LAS VEGAS – Although Juan Manuel Marquez’s right eye was swollen nearly shut, he kept it focused on his one remaining goal – a third fight with Manny Pacquiao.
Marquez didn’t exactly make himself more attractive to boxing’s pound-for-pound champion with his systematic dismantling of Juan Diaz.
Marquez unanimously outpointed Diaz …. Read the original article  : Juan Manuel Marquez batters Juan Diaz for unanimous-decision win, keeps lightweight belts.

Montero scores in 26th minute to lift Sounders to 3rd straight win, 1-0 over Earthquakes

Montero’s goal lifts Sounders past Earthquakes

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Fredy Montero continued his hot streak for Seattle, scoring in the 26th minute and leading the Sounders to their third consecutive victory.
Montero has now scored or assisted on the Sounders’ last eight goals and 12 of their last 15. Seattle (7-8-4) moved past both San Jose …. Original article  : Montero scores in 26th minute to lift Sounders to 3rd straight win, 1-0 over Earthquakes.

Dmitry Pirog KOs Daniel Jacobs in 5th to win WBO middleweight title; Guerrero tops Casamayor

Pirog flattens Jacobs; Guerrero tops Casamayor

LAS VEGAS – Unheralded Russian middleweight Dmitry Pirog stopped Daniel Jacobs with a crushing overhand right in the fifth round to win the vacant WBO title Saturday night.
Former featherweight champion Robert Guerrero dominated Joel Casamayor in a lopsided unanimous decision to win his debut at 140 pounds, and Jorge Linares … Original article on : Dmitry Pirog KOs Daniel Jacobs in 5th to win WBO middleweight title; Guerrero tops Casamayor.

Person familiar with deal: Jets sign top pick CB Kyle Wilson to 5-year, $13 million deal

AP source: Jets sign 1st-round pick Kyle Wilson

NEW YORK – The Jets signed cornerback Kyle Wilson, the team’s first-round draft pick, to a five-year, $13 million contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Saturday night.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team had not announced the agreement.
The …. Source  : Person familiar with deal: Jets sign top pick CB Kyle Wilson to 5-year, $13 million deal.

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