Delhi will host the best ever Games: Dikshit

NEW DELHI – All the work related to the Commonwealth Games will be complete in time and Delhi will be ready to host the best ever Games, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit said Sunday.

In her Independence Day message, she asked Delhiites to make the mega-event a memorable one and protect the legacy the city will get … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Delhi will host the best ever Games: Dikshit.

Footie star ‘gags’ tabloid story about his personal life

LONDON – A leading Premier League footballer has succeeded in taking out a ‘gagging order’ to prevent the publication of allegations about his private life.

He has won a High Court injunction to prevent the publication of claims regarding his personal life.

The player cannot be identified for legal reasons after obtaining the ruling from Justice Nicol, … Read more : Footie star ‘gags’ tabloid story about his personal life.

Premier League to see new Wayne Rooney

LONDON – The Premier League will see a new Wayne Rooney after Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson asked the club coaches to drastically remodel the ace striker’s game.

Ferguson watched Rooney’s dismal performance in the World Cup and instructed first-team coach Rene Meulensteen to rebuild the 24-year-old’s faltering approach.

The first coach was dismayed …. Original article  : Premier League to see new Wayne Rooney.

Arsenal’s failure to win Premier League can end my reign: Wenger

LONDON – Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger, who agreed to stay at the club until 2014, has admitted that failure to win the Premier League this season can bring a surprise end to his reign at the club.

The Arsenal boss after five trophy-less years said that he is in the last-chance because there … Original source on Gaea Times at : Arsenal’s failure to win Premier League can end my reign: Wenger.

Pressure on out of form Cook to perform

LONDON – Out of form England opener Alastair Cook has been warned that his position as vice-captain will not keep his position in the squad safe if he fails to perform.

Cook, who has scored only 100 runs in seven Test knocks this summer, will come to know about his fate when chief selector Geoff Miller …. Source  : Pressure on out of form Cook to perform.

Kalmadi, man in the hot seat, remains unfazed

NEW DELHI – He breezes in and out of his ninth floor office here, attending unending meetings in between making flying visits to Commonwealth Games venues to check progress. Even as his detractors want him held guilty for all the sleaze that has come to be associated with India’s biggest sporting show and the country …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Kalmadi, man in the hot seat, remains unfazed.

I am not entirely Test match fit: Yousuf

LONDON – Pakistan batsman Mohammad Yousuf has confessed that he is nowhere near being match fit for Test cricket ahead of the third match against England, starting from August 18 at The Oval.

“The fitness levels you maintain when playing first class cricket are entirely different to the levels of fitness you maintain when playing a …. Original article  : I am not entirely Test match fit: Yousuf.

Giggs aims to coach Manchester United

LONDON – Manchester United veteran Ryan Giggs, who has every medal in his kitty as a player, now wants to be a coach at Old Trafford and take part in the management of the team.

Giggs admitted that he wants to follow in the footsteps of other veterans at Old Trafford like Steve Bruce, Mark Hughes, … Read more >>.

‘Oaf’ Prior silences critics with superb performance

LONDON – England wicketkeeper Matt Prior, who silenced his critics with a series of good performances this summer, has won over fans three years after being branded an oaf.

Prior scored his third Test century in the first Test against Pakistan at Trent Bridge and worked faultlessly behind the stumps.

In 2007, Prior was criticized … Read more >>.

Murray says in present form he can beat anyone

LONDON – After beating top seed Rafael Nadal to enter the Rogers Cup final, World No.4 Andy Murray believes that he can beat anyone if he continues playing in this form.

Murray produced some of his best tennis to beat Nadal 6-3 6-4 to reach the final and guarantee that he will remain fourth …. Original article  : Murray says in present form he can beat anyone.

Becks’ jobless sis claims 160 pounds a week

LONDON – England soccer star David Beckham’s sister is apparently so broke that she claims 164 pounds per week from her wealthy brother in benefits.

Jobless mum-of-three Lynne Beckham’s claim is less than Becks earns in just two seconds.

“Lynne is claiming income support because she has had a bit of bad luck and doesn’t have a … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Becks’ jobless sis claims 160 pounds a week.

Federer to clash with Murray in Rogers Cup final

TORONTO – Former World No.1 Roger Federer will meet defending-champion Andy Murray of Britain in the Rogers Cup final.

Federer booked his spot in the final with 6-1, 3-6, 7-5 victory over Novak Djokovic on Saturday night.

Murray defeated top-ranked Rafael Nadal to enter the final, the Globe and Mail reports.

Federer also raised …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Federer to clash with Murray in Rogers Cup final.

Oz world long jump champ may skip Delhi CWG over security, infrastructure fears

MELBOURNE – The security situation, infrastructure problems and the event falling so late in the season is set to take another toll in star cancellations, with world indoor long jump champion Fabrice Lapierre seriously considering not participating in the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games.

Lapierre may join superstar Usain Bolt and British golden girl Jessica Ennis in … Original article on : Oz world long jump champ may skip Delhi CWG over security, infrastructure fears.

Ancelotti warns Chelsea stars last year’s form not enough to retain title

LONDON – Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti has warned his players to work even harder, as repeating last year’s form would not be enough to retain the Premier League title.

Ancelotti wants players to do even better than last year, as this year’s Premier League title race looks set to be one of the most open in …. Read the original article  : here.

‘All rounder’ Smith hates being burdened with Shane Warne tag

SYDNEY – Australian spinner Steve Smith wants the media not to draw parallels with his childhood hero, spin legend Shane Warne, and dismissed the comparisons as inaccurate.

Smith, 21, who made his Test debut against Pakistan at Lord’s last month, wants critics to stop comparing him to Warne and let him be himself.

“I’m a …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ‘All rounder’ Smith hates being burdened with Shane Warne tag.

Cricket Australia’s ‘workshop’ to win back Ashes

MELBOURNE – Cricket Australia has organised a two-day workshop to bring back the Ashes amidst claims that Ricky Ponting’s team is on a downward slide.

Ponting, vice-captain Michael Clarke, management and staff in Melbourne will participate in the workshop to discuss a range of issues ahead of the Ashes series.

Australia will first play a … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Cricket Australia’s ‘workshop’ to win back Ashes.

It’s scientifically proven: Bradman is the greatest batsman of all times

SYDNEY – Don Bradman has always been considered the best batsman of all times in cricket – but now, it has been proven scientifically.

The new study included every variable that batting averages alone don’t account for – different pitches, conditions, situations, technology, even different eras.

The academic study utilised formulas economists use to measure inequality.

“It’s a …. Original article  : It’s scientifically proven: Bradman is the greatest batsman of all times.

Thornton has 4 saves, Keller has 3 as Chivas USA and Sounders fight to scoreless draw

Chivas USA, Sounders fight to scoreless draw

CARSON, Calif. – Seattle’s Kasey Keller had three saves and Chivas USA’s Zach Thornton made four stops in a scoreless draw on Saturday night.
Seattle lost a four-game winning streak but stretched its unbeaten streak to six matches. Sounders forward Fredy Montero also failed to extend his nine-match point streak.
Keller …. Original source  : Thornton has 4 saves, Keller has 3 as Chivas USA and Sounders fight to scoreless draw.

As advertised: Pete Carroll hugs, pumps fists, runs around as Seahawks beat Titans 20-18

Lively Pete Carroll as advertised as Seattle wins

SEATTLE – Pete Carroll pumped his fists and hugged players, greeting nearly every one. He ran a lot on the sidelines – on a left knee the 58-year-old had surgically repaired just two weeks ago.
And all that was before the national anthem. Then he high-fived the guy who …. Original source  : As advertised: Pete Carroll hugs, pumps fists, runs around as Seahawks beat Titans 20-18.

Wondolowski scores team-best 7th goal and Earthquakes beat Wizards 1-0

Wondolowski and Earthquakes beat Wizards 1-0

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Chris Wondolowski scored his team-high seventh goal and new acquisition Khari Stephenson delivered his first MLS assist to lead the San Jose Earthquakes to a 1-0 win against the Kansas City Wizards on Saturday.
Wondolowski, who hadn’t scored since June 2, volleyed home a perfectly delivered 25-yard …. Source  : Wondolowski scores team-best 7th goal and Earthquakes beat Wizards 1-0.