PCB boss Butt responsible for demise of Pak cricket: Malik

LAHORE – Holding Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ijaz Butt responsible for the current pathetic situation of the sport in the country, former Test cricketer Aamir Malik has said the game is dying at the grassroots and club levels due to the board’s negligence.

During an interview with Deustsche Welle Radio, Aamir accused the PCB of … Read more : PCB boss Butt responsible for demise of Pak cricket: Malik.

CWG medal winners from Chhattisgarh to be rewarded

RAIPUR – Sportspersons from Chhattisgarh who win gold medals at the Commonwealth Games will be awarded a cash prize of Rs.8 lakh each, it was announced Thursday.

“Players belonging to Chhattisgarh will get Rs.8 lakh as award money from the state government if he or she strikes gold at the Games,” an official statement quoted …. Read the original article  : here.

CGF chief Fennel meets Delhi CM Dikshit

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games Federation President Michael Fennell met Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit on Thursday morning, and is believed to have reviewed the preparations for the October 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Fennell, who inspected various venues on Wednesday, refused to comment on whether he was pleased with the progress or was still worried about whether … Read : CGF chief Fennel meets Delhi CM Dikshit.

Black Caps to continue bat first policy

DAMBULLA – The Black Caps will look to bat first if they win the toss against Sri Lanka tonight.

According to the New Zealand Herald, the Kiwis batted first in both matches so far, resulting in a comprehensive first up win over India followed by a loss to Sri Lanka.

Vice-captain Kyle Mills says the conditions …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Black Caps to continue bat first policy.

Time away from cricket has helped me get back to form: Styris

DAMBULLA – All-rounder Scott Styris believes his time out of international cricket is behind his improving form for the Black Caps.

According to the New Zealand Herald, the 35-year-old has averaged 52 in one-day cricket in 2010 after losing his place in the one-day team at the start of last summer.

Styris says he is looking forward …. Source article  : Time away from cricket has helped me get back to form: Styris.

Cole faces driving ban for speeding at 105 mph

LONDON – Liverpool midfielder Joe Cole faces a driving ban after he was found guilty of speeding at more than 100mph in his Audi A4 on a dual carriageway in Surrey when a police officer spotted him breaking the 70mph limit.

He faces a driving ban and must pay 600 pounds in costs.

The police officer …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Cole faces driving ban for speeding at 105 mph.

Buchanan’s role with England cricket team may be stumped by lack of funds

SYDNEY – Former Australia’s coach John Buchanan could be denied a role with theEngland cricket team due to funding earmarked for the team being reallocated for the 2012 British Olympic campaign.

The England and Wales Cricket Board has been informed that the money to hire Buchanan as a coaching consultant might not be available, as the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Buchanan’s role with England cricket team may be stumped by lack of funds.

Rams’ rookie wide receiver Mardy Gilyard eager to get on the field

Rams’ Gilyard eager to get on the field
ST. LOUIS – After excelling in Cincinnati during college, St. Louis Rams rookie wide receiver Mardy Gilyard is eager to make his pro debut on the other side of the state of Ohio.

“That’s a big rivalry, the two cities,” said Gilyard, a fourth-round selection. “Being in Cincinnati for …. Read the original article  : Rams’ rookie wide receiver Mardy Gilyard eager to get on the field.

US women’s basketball team adds 4 post players to national pool

US adds 4 post players to national pool
With a lack of depth in the post, the U.S. women’s basketball team added Jayne Appel, Rebekkah Brunson, Ebony Hoffman and Kia Vaughn to its national pool Wednesday.

The only true healthy post players on the 24-person roster are Sylvia Fowles and Tina Charles as Candace Parker is sidelined … Read more >>>.

Can 41-year-old Brett Favre be as good as 40-year-old Brett Favre was?

Can Brett Favre do it again?
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Even Brett Favre was amazed by what he did last season as a 40-year-old quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings.

In his 19th season, Favre threw for 4,202 yards and 33 touchdowns while setting career bests for completion rate (68.4), quarterback rating (107.2) and fewest interceptions (seven).
Remarkable numbers … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Can 41-year-old Brett Favre be as good as 40-year-old Brett Favre was?.

Tait should be definite starter in Ashes squad: Ex-pacer Hogg

MELBOURNE – Former Australian fast bowler Rodney Malcolm Hogg has insisted that out-of-favour Test quick Shaun Tait should be a definite starter for Australia in the forthcoming Ashes series against England Down Under.

“Tait is the X-factor lacking in an Australia attack that has a sameness about it and which will struggle to bowl … Original article on : Tait should be definite starter in Ashes squad: Ex-pacer Hogg.

Romanian football club stars keen to dump Man City

LONDON – Romanian side FC Timisoara’s stars will be keen to dump Manchester City out of the Europa League after being promised a sum of up to 82,000 pounds each by oil magnate Marian Iancu.

Iancu said: “My team will play for more money than the Manchester City players. Some can get to 82,000-pounds if … Read more : Romanian football club stars keen to dump Man City.

England players fuming over ICC awards snub

LONDON – England’s cricket players are angry after being snubbed for the ICC Cricketer of the Year award.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag from India, Hashim Amla and Jacques Kallis from South Africa, Shane Watson and Doug Bollinger from Australia and Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardena feature prominently in the long-list …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Federer’s William Tell trick shot triggers authenticity debate online

WASHINGTON – Roger Federer’s video of knocking off an apple off a man’s head with his racquet caused a rage on the Internet, but now many are debating whether the video is real.

The tennis player, who performed the trick in a William Tell fashion, is the star of a new YouTube video, billed … Original article on : Federer’s William Tell trick shot triggers authenticity debate online.

Ryder Cup skipper tells Woods to improve to merit selection

WASHINGTON – US Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin has set Tiger Woods an ultimatum “to improve” in his next two events to merit selection for the event.

“I can think of no cons,” Pavin said when asked about the world No 1’s suitability as a wild card.

But speaking to Five Live yesterday Pavin …. Read the original article  : Ryder Cup skipper tells Woods to improve to merit selection.

Delhi Commonwealth Games could be new Munich massacre, says Oz Olympic legend

SYDNEY – Australian Olympic legend Dawn Fraser has urged international athletes to boycott the Delhi Commonwealth Games saying that the organisers may not be equipped to prevent a repeat of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre.

During the 1972 Olympics, members of the Israeli team were taken hostage and eventually murdered by Palestinian terrorist group ‘Black September’.

By … Read more : Delhi Commonwealth Games could be new Munich massacre, says Oz Olympic legend.

Shoulder injury may keep Oz swimmer Rice out of Commonwealth Games

MELBOURNE – Australian swimming star Stephanie Rice’s shoulder injury may keep her out of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games, as she revealed that she may need surgery after failing to make the 50m butterfly final at the Pan-Pacific Championships in California today.

The triple Beijing Olympic gold medallist is suffering from an inflamed bursar and [..] Read the original article: here.

Frenso & Nevada States United to Mountain West Conference

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com) — On Wednesday, Mountain West Conference officially announced that Nevada State and Frenso State are to join them. Former members of Western Athletic Conference (WAC), Frenso and Nevada are expected to join Mountain West for the 2011 football season.
The shift of Frenso State to the new conference has reduced the team … Read more »».

After a Long Deliberation Derrek Lee goes to Atlanta

CHICAGO (GaeaTimes.com) — The Chicago Cubs were tantalizingly close to cutting the deal with 35 year old Derrek Lee. The first baseman would have been an asset to the Los Angeles Angels as he possesses a average of .251 along with the distinction of hitting 16 home runs. There were doubts regarding his …. Source article  : After a Long Deliberation Derrek Lee goes to Atlanta.

Fennell discusses CWG with Sheila Dikshit

NEW DELHI – A day after visiting the Commonwealth Games venues, Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) president Mike Fennell Thursday met Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit to discuss the Oct 3-14 mega event.

Fennell met Dikshit at her residence for around 30 minutes from 9 a.m., a source said. Several issues regarding the Games came up …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Fennell discusses CWG with Sheila Dikshit.