Wayne Rooney’s hooker set to name more players she has bedded

LONDON – English football player Wayne Rooney’s hooker has left players from 10 Premier League clubs quaking in their boots after it was revealed that she is set to name others she has bedded.

Vice girl Jenny Thompson, 21, had received 80,000 pounds from a newspaper for revealing Rooney, 24, had paid her for seven sex [..] Read the original article: here.

Chelsea will be cautiously optimistic about taking on Man City: Ancelotti

LONDON – Chelsea have won their first five Premier League games, scoring 21 goals while conceding just one, but team coach Carlo Ancelotti says that he is still wary about facing Manchester City this Saturday.

“We know the next game will be more difficult and we have to show the same level of football away. Manchester … Read more »»».

Brit boxer Khan to help Hatton fight drugs, drinks abuse

LONDON – WBA light-welterweight champion Amir Khan is ready to help his friend Ricky Hatton in his biggest fight against both drugs and drinks.

Khan has been shocked to see Hatton end up in a clinic battling depression as well as his addictions, The Sun reports.

Khan, who defends his title against Marcos Maidana in Las Vegas … Original article on : Brit boxer Khan to help Hatton fight drugs, drinks abuse.

Kiwi fans now wondering what’s the point in playing ‘match-fixers’ Pakistan

WELLINGTON – Many Kiwi cricket fans are reportedly wondering what’s the point of playing Pakistan in both Tests and one-day internationals, given that they have been known to cheat and fix matches.

Pakistan are the only side set to tour New Zealand in 2010-11, with two tests, six one-day internationals and three Twenty20s scheduled, including … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kiwi fans now wondering what’s the point in playing ‘match-fixers’ Pakistan.

Strauss insists series against Pak must go on despite new corruption claims

LONDON – England cricket captain Andrew Strauss has said that the series against Pakistan must go on despite new corruption claims about bookies having details of innings before it began.

The International Cricket Council is investigating evidence of alleged match-fixing in the one-day game on Friday. … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Strauss insists series against Pak must go on despite new corruption claims.

Champions League: Siddle fined 750 dollars for bowling dangerously against CSK

LONDON – Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle was fined 750 dollars after being expelled by the umpire from the Victoria Bushrangers’ attack during their tense win over Chennai Super Kings.

Siddle had enjoyed an impressive first spell, but four balls into the last over of his second spell, Siddle … Read more >>>.

WWE Night Of Champions Results Announced

LAS VEGAS (Gaea Times.com) – The WWE Night of Champions results are out as seven matches took place and there were four titles that switched hands. One of the most interesting matches perhaps was between the two brothers Undertaker vs Kane. The “dead man” tried his best in the much hyped match but Kane …. Original source  : WWE Night Of Champions Results Announced.

Ferguson terms Liverpool ace Torres a cheat

LONDON – Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has termed ace Liverpool striker Fernando Torres a cheat.

Manchester United’s John O’Shea escaped calls for a red card after bringing down Torres during Sunday’s clash.

Following United’s 3-2 win, Ferguson said: “I have watched it again [..] Read the original article: here.

McCourt divorce trial set to resume in Los Angeles with Jamie McCourt’s expected testimony

McCourt divorce trial set to resume in Calif.

LOS ANGELES – Former Los Angeles Dodgers CEO Jamie McCourt will take the stand in a divorce trial that could decide whether she has an ownership stake in the team.
Her testimony scheduled for Monday follows statements earlier this month that she wasn’t told before signing a postnuptial agreement … Read more »»».

South Africa to go ahead with Pakistan series in UAE

DURBAN – The Cricket South Africa (CSA) has said that next month’s series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) would go ahead as scheduled.

CSA Chief Executive Gerald Majola said that no player has expressed any reservation against …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

‘Banned’ Rana says ’spot-fixing’ scandal delaying chances of his comeback

LAHORE – Pakistan’s banned all-rounder Rana Naved-ul-Hasan has blamed the ’spot-fixing’ scandal for the delay in his hearing, and said that the row was affecting his chances of a making a comeback.

Rana said that he has been waiting to meet Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ijaz Butt.

“It’s unfortunate, but this … Read this article on Gaea Times at : ‘Banned’ Rana says ’spot-fixing’ scandal delaying chances of his comeback.

Match fixing allegations have damaged cricket’s image: Ponting

SYDNEY – Australia captain Ricky Ponting has urged the International Cricket Council to deal with the latest allegations of match fixing expediently, as it is battering the image of game.

The fixing allegations centre on Pakistan during the current tour of England.

Asked if the … Original article on : Match fixing allegations have damaged cricket’s image: Ponting.

Weak PCB responsible for ’spot-fixing’ scandal: Pak Sports Minister

Islamabad, Sep 20(ANI): Pakistani Sports Minister Ijaz Jakhrani believes that a weak Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is responsible for the ’spot-fixing’ scandal which has rocked the national team’s tour of England.

“Well, the management could have been better. The board should have seen …. Original source  : Weak PCB responsible for ’spot-fixing’ scandal: Pak Sports Minister.

Australia, US, UK issue terror alert advisories to citizens ahead of Delhi CWG

CANBERRA/LONDON/NEW DELHI – Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and the United States have all issued travel advisories for their citizens who are planning to visit India, and specifically New Delhi during the duration of the XIXth Commonwealth Games’.

The travel advisories have been issued … Read more >>.

Australian athletes’ parents worry over terror threat

SYDNEY – Parents of Australian athletes who are to participate in the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi say as the sporting mega event gets closer and more information comes to light they were getting “a little bit more concerned”.

Swimmers president Collette Rickard said the families of athletes were growing increasingly worried, ABC.net.au reported Monday.
“(We’re) … Read more >>>.

Latif blames ICC for not sharing spot-fixing scandal information with PCB

Karachi, Sep 20(ANI): Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has blamed the International Cricket Council (ICC) for its lack of coordination with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), saying that the sport’s governing body should have shared information over the latest ’spot-fixing’ allegations.

The ICC has launched …. Read the original article  : Latif blames ICC for not sharing spot-fixing scandal information with PCB.

Indimoto.com offers free car pool service for commuters during Delhi CWG

New Delhi, Sept.20 (ANI-Business Wire India): Website Indimoto.com has offered to provide a free-car pool service for next month’s Commonwealth Games in Delhi. It said that it would waive aside the nominal fee it charges for matching car poolers from …. Source  : Indimoto.com offers free car pool service for commuters during Delhi CWG.

ICC plans to install CCTVs, have code breakers in dressing room

SYDNEY – The International Cricket Council is planning to install CCTVs in dressing rooms and bring in specialist code-breakers following the outbreak of the spot-fixing scandal involving the Pakistan team.

They were just two of the proposals … Read this article on Gaea Times at : ICC plans to install CCTVs, have code breakers in dressing room.

Pak will shortly reveal ’spot-fixing’ scandal mastermind: PCB chief

KARACHI – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ijaz Butt has claimed that the national team has been unfairly targeted in the ’spot-fixing’ scandal, and said that he will name the mastermind behind the controversy. We will shortly reveal the people, bodies and parties involved … Original article on : Pak will shortly reveal ’spot-fixing’ scandal mastermind: PCB chief.

‘Don’t ask me to act like a WAG’, Coleen tells Wayne

LONDON – Love rat Wayne Rooney’s wife Coleen has refused to join the soccer ace during his matches asking him not to make her act like a WAG.

“Don’t ask me to act like a WAG,” the Sun quoted her as saying.

She has told him she will never support him at matches …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

David Beckham, Gordon Ramsay in campsite gun scare

LONDON – Football ace David Beckham and TV chef Gordon Ramsay got so scared during their recent campaign trip that they left their tents and checked into a posh hotel.

The pals had packed tents and headed out into the sticks near Los Angeles for a bit of bonding with …. Original source  : David Beckham, Gordon Ramsay in campsite gun scare.

Malouda backs ‘champions’ Chelsea to thrash Manchester City and Arsenal

LONDON – Chelsea winger Florent Malouda has said that his club would continue their incredible start to the Premier League season by beating Manchester City and Arsenal.

Runaway league leaders Chelsea have won all five of their games this season, scoring a whopping 21 goals …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Malouda backs ‘champions’ Chelsea to thrash Manchester City and Arsenal.

‘Bumpy’ Sydney Cricket Ground getting a dream makeover to restore iconic status

SYDNEY – Less than a month before the start of a new cricket season in Australia, the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is undergoing renovation, where workmen are using laser technology to produce the perfect playing area.

The process will remove bumps and hollows, refine the 360-degree camber, thereby improving … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : ‘Bumpy’ Sydney Cricket Ground getting a dream makeover to restore iconic status.

Top Premiere footie stars caught trying to score at nightclubs, bars

LONDON – A fake WAG caught four other top footballers in six hours at nightclubs trying to score with women.

Investigative reporter Lauren Veveers hit several nightspots and found that players were still unable to resist women at bars and clubs.

Veevers began … Original source on Gaea Times at : Top Premiere footie stars caught trying to score at nightclubs, bars.

Butt’s England match throwing remark “hara-kiri tantamount to suicide”: Former chiefs

KARACHI – Pakistan’s Cricket Board chairman Ijaz Butt has come under stinging criticism from his predecessors for accusing the English players of throwing a match for an “enormous” amount of cash.

Former PCB chief Khalid Mahmood slammed Butt’s remarks as “most …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

James Anderson poses nude for gay mag cover

London, Sep 21 (ANI): England cricketer James Anderson has become the first professional player to feature on the cover page of gay magazine Attitude.

Good-looking Anderson posed nude for October’s issue of the magazine and insisted that there was no homophobia in the game.

“There’s … Read : James Anderson poses nude for gay mag cover.

Subhash Gupte, not Warne was finest leg-spinner of all time: Sobers

MELBOURNE – West Indian legend Sir Garfield Sobers has said that Australian great Shane Warne has been overrated as a bowler.

Sobers made this claim in a book released in England titled “In a League of Their Own: 100 Cricket Legends Select Their World XI”.

Sobers used his foreword to overcome the notion held …. Original source  : Subhash Gupte, not Warne was finest leg-spinner of all time: Sobers.

Summer of hard work finally pays off for Berbatov

LONDON – Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov believes that a summer of hard work has been a key factor in his explosive start to the Premier League season.

Berbatov has struggled to make a sustained impact at Old Trafford since his 2008 arrival from Tottenham Hotspur.

However, the 29-year-old is getting his rewards in a spectacular way … Original source on Gaea Times at : Summer of hard work finally pays off for Berbatov.

Kiwi chef de mission impressed with dining hall, recreation zones around Games village

NEW DELHI – New Zealand chef de mission Dave Currie slammed the authorites on Tuesday for ‘not having done enough’ with regard to the Delhi Commonwealth Games, but added that he is impressed with the dining hall and the recreation zones around the Games village here.

New Zealand was among nations to complain about the unpreparedness …. Source article  : Kiwi chef de mission impressed with dining hall, recreation zones around Games village.

Angels 7, Rangers 4

Angels 7, Rangers 4

Texas

Los Angeles

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CWG may be called off: New Zealand chef de mission

AUCKLAND – The Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, scheduled to begin Oct 3, is under serious risk of being called off, the New Zealand team’s chef de mission Dave Currie said Tuesday.

The unprepared state of the athletes village has stunned foreign delegates in the Indian capital and there was a mountain to climb to have … Read more »».

House-to-house surveys before CWG

NEW DELHI/GURGAON – Policemen are conducting house-to-house surveys across the capital and in its satellite towns of Gurgaon and Noida, especially near the Commonwealth Games venues and major markets, to know about the occupants and whether any new faces have come up in any neighbourhood.

“It’s a routine exercise. We keep on doing surveys from time …. Source  : House-to-house surveys before CWG.

Athletics 3, White Sox 0

Athletics 3, White Sox 0

Chicago

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Commonwealth Games Preparation Woes Persist

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- It seems that the uncertainty and problems surrounding the upcoming Commonwealth Games in the capital refuse to wither away. Barely 12 days are remaining before the much awaited event takes off in Delhi but the preparation woes are still haunting the organizers and giving them sleepless nights. The chief of the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Commonwealth Games Preparation Woes Persist.

Asif’s ex-girlfriend says got death threats after speaking out on match-fixing

Karachi, Sep 21(ANI): The former girlfriend of Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Asif, actress Veena Malik, has said that she has received death threats after speaking out about the match-fixing scandal.eena revealed that she received a terrifying email after handing evidence of Asif’s dealings with … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Asif’s ex-girlfriend says got death threats after speaking out on match-fixing.

Former PCB chief claims all cricket-playing nations involved in match-fixing

KARACHI – In the wake of the spot-fixing scandal rocking Pakistan, former chief of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)- Arif Abbasi- has claimed that all cricket-playing nations are somehow involved in match-fixing.

In an interview, Abbasi said that though every team in world cricket …. Read the original article  : Former PCB chief claims all cricket-playing nations involved in match-fixing.

Now, ICC investigating Pakistan-Australia Lord’s Test following fresh fixing allegations

LONDON – The International Cricket Council (ICC)’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) is reportedly investigating the Lord’s Test between Pakistan and Australia played in July.

According to The Sydney Morning Herald, the match involves a different set of players to those accused of rigging aspects of the fourth Test …. Source  : Now, ICC investigating Pakistan-Australia Lord’s Test following fresh fixing allegations.

Australian cricketers get unprecedented 24X7 security

CHANDIGARH – The Australian cricketers, who arrived here on Monday for a two Test series against India, have been provided with more than 100 security guards in military-style uniforms, who will be guarding them round the clock.

The corridors of hotel where the players checked in were … Read more : Australian cricketers get unprecedented 24X7 security.

‘Livid’ PCB boss Butt accuses ECB of being ‘biased’ against Pak in spot-fixing scam

DUBAI – Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ijaz Butt has accused the England and Wales Cricket Board of being biased in the spot-fixing investigation that has engulfed the Pakistan team, and has threatened to sue those behind the “sinister conspiracy.”

“This …. Read the original article  : ‘Livid’ PCB boss Butt accuses ECB of being ‘biased’ against Pak in spot-fixing scam.

PCB boss Butt denies accusing England of ‘throwing’ fixed match at Oval

LONDON – Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ijaz Butt has denied accusing the English players of being involved in match-fixing, after earlier suggesting that they may have thrown a one-day international match for an “enormous” amount of cash.

Butt said in an interview that he had …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : PCB boss Butt denies accusing England of ‘throwing’ fixed match at Oval.

Padres 6, Dodgers 0

Padres 6, Dodgers 0

San Diego

Los Angeles

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Ervin Santana throws 5-hit shutout, Angels slow Rangers’ AL West title chase

Angels’ Santana shuts out Rangers 2-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. – Ervin Santana allowed five hits while earning his career-best 17th victory, and the Los Angeles Angels again slowed the Texas Rangers’ march to the AL West title with a 2-0 win Tuesday night.

Hank Conger and Hideki Matsui scored after early extra-base hits for the Angels, who have … Read more >>.

Eagles cpach Andy Reid flip-flops, naming Michael Vick his starting QB over Kevin Kolb

Flip-flop: Reid taps Vick as Eagles’ starting QB

PHILADELPHIA – Michael Vick earned himself a starting job by being – of all things – a pocket passer.
Vick will take over as the Philadelphia Eagles’ No. 1 quarterback, coach Andy Reid said Tuesday, a day after he announced he would go back to Kevin Kolb.
“When someone is … Read : Eagles cpach Andy Reid flip-flops, naming Michael Vick his starting QB over Kevin Kolb.

Murray no closer to appointing new coach ahead of ATP world tour

LONDON – British No.1 Andy Murray, who sacked his coach in July, has said that he is no closer to appointing a new coach ahead of his return to ATP World Tour action next month.

He had hoped to find a successor to Miles Maclagan before the China Open …. Source article  : Murray no closer to appointing new coach ahead of ATP world tour.

England threatens to take legal action against PCB chief Butt

LONDON – The England and Wales Cricket Board has threatened to take legal action against Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ijaz Butt unless he apologises for accusing England of losing a game.

Butt said he had heard from bookmakers that England had been paid to lose Friday’s third one-day …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Mancini asks sulking Man City stars to stop complaining

LONDON – Fed up with members of his expensively-assembled Manchester City squad, boss Robert Mancini has asked his sulking stars to stop complaining and concentrate on winning a trophy for the club.

Mancini said: “It’s important that we start to change … Original source on Gaea Times at : Mancini asks sulking Man City stars to stop complaining.

“Only people who are guilty of allegations feel pressure”: Afridi

Karachi 22 Sept (ANI) : Pakistan’s One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 captain Shahid Afridi has said that his team is not under any pressure, as only “guilty” people feel the pressure if allegations are levelled …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : “Only people who are guilty of allegations feel pressure”: Afridi.

Trott’s clash with Riaz can bolster England ahead of Ashes: Bell

SYDNEY – England batsman Ian Bell believes that fellow player Jonathan Trott’s clash with Pakistan’s Wahab Riaz will help forge the kind of spirit the Three Lions need to sustain them during the Ashes series.

Trott and Riaz had an altercation minutes before the fourth … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Trott’s clash with Riaz can bolster England ahead of Ashes: Bell.

ICC’s anti-corruption unit probing Oz-Pak match fixing suspect

LONDON – The International Cricket Council’s Anti-Corruption and Security Unit is investigating calls allegedly made by a Pakistani suspect, whose name is being withheld for now, to fix a Test match between Pakistan and Australia in the United Kingdom.

The call was made …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Kyle Turris has 2 points during Coyotes’ 4-1 win over Ducks in exhibition opener

Coyotes beat Ducks 4-1 in exhibition opener

ANAHEIM, Calif. – Kyle Turris had a goal and an assist during the Coyotes’ four-goal second period, and Phoenix beat the Anaheim Ducks 4-1 Tuesday night in both clubs’ preseason opener.
Andrew Ebbett, Brett MacLean and Viktor Tikhonov also scored for Phoenix, which took 40 shots and forced the Ducks … Read : Kyle Turris has 2 points during Coyotes’ 4-1 win over Ducks in exhibition opener.

Twins clinch! Minnesota scores 4 in 8th to beat Indians 6-4, wraps up 6th AL Central title

Twins beat Indians, clinch AL Central
MINNEAPOLIS – No need for a 163rd game in the AL Central division this year.

The Minnesota Twins have this baby wrapped up with plenty of time to spare.
Denard Span’s RBI-single highlighted a four-run eighth inning to rally the Twins to a 6-4 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Tuesday night.
The [..] Read the original article: here.

With win over Indians and White Sox loss in Oakland, Twins clinch 6th AL Central title

Twins clinch 6th division title in 9 years

MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Twins clinched the AL Central division title on Tuesday night with a 6-4 come-from-behind victory over the Cleveland Indians and a loss by the Chicago White Sox in Oakland.
The Twins scored four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to rally from a … Read : With win over Indians and White Sox loss in Oakland, Twins clinch 6th AL Central title.

Cahill wins 17th as Oakland hands Chicago eighth straight loss

A’s pound Buehrle, White Sox 7-2
OAKLAND, Calif. – Trevor Cahill pitched eight solid innings for his team-leading 17th win and the Oakland Athletics beat Chicago 7-2 on Tuesday night, sending the White Sox to their eighth consecutive loss and handing the AL Central title to the Minnesota Twins.

Kurt Suzuki and Cliff Pennington drove in two … Read : Cahill wins 17th as Oakland hands Chicago eighth straight loss.

New Zealand Cricket rubbishes reports over withdrawal of invitation to Pak

WELLINGTON – New Zealand Cricket boss Justin Vaughan has termed as “absolutely incorrect” a report claiming that his organisation was considering withdrawing its invitation for Pakistan to tour this summer over allegations of match fixing.

“We’ve got a tour scheduled …. Read the original article  : New Zealand Cricket rubbishes reports over withdrawal of invitation to Pak.

Gibbs likely to play domestic cricket in Australia

SYDNEY – South African batsman Herschelle Gibbs has said that he could play domestic cricket in Australia this season, and added that he is in talks with Queensland to turn out in the Twenty20 Big Bash.

Gibbs has quit first-class cricket and is looking to keep playing as … Read more >>.

Clayton Richard pitches 1st career shutout, Padres defeat Dodgers 6-0

Padres beat Dodgers 6-0 behind Richard
LOS ANGELES – Clayton Richard pitched his first shutout and complete game, Ryan Ludwick drove in four runs and the San Diego Padres defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-0 on Tuesday night to remain a half-game behind the NL West-leading San Francisco Giants.

The Giants’ 1-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Clayton Richard pitches 1st career shutout, Padres defeat Dodgers 6-0.

Commonwealth Games Woes Continue Unabated

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The preparations for the upcoming Commonwealth Games are in full swing; yet the Delhi government as well as the organizers are being haunted by shoddy maintenance and poor infrastructure. The latest incident that has left the government red faced is the collapse of a footbridge near the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium … Original article on : Commonwealth Games Woes Continue Unabated.

Jones, Walker score 31 seconds apart as Avalanche spoil Halak’s preseason debut with Blues

Colorado spoils Halak’s preseason debut with Blues

ST. LOUIS – David Jones and Luke Walker scored 31 seconds apart midway through the second period to lift the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-1 win over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night in the preseason opener for both teams.
The loss spoiled the Blues debut of goalie Jaroslav … Read more >>.

Yankees 8, Rays 3

Yankees 8, Rays 3

Tampa Bay

New York

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Boycott of Delhi CW Games may have serious implications for Glasgow in 2014

LONDON – The cancellation of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games or a partial boycott by some countries would have serious implications for Glasgow, the next host city, according to a top Scottish newspaper.

The partial boycott of Delhi Games … Read more >>>.

Irishman Morgan seals England’s ODI series win over Pakistan

SOUTHAMPTON – Irishman Eoin Morgan unbeaten 107 and Paul Collingwood’s 47 helped England beat Pakistan by 121 runs to win the one-day series 3-2 on Wednesday.

Morgan, who had scored a hundred in the opening Test of a troubled summer against Pakistan, was key as … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Irishman Morgan seals England’s ODI series win over Pakistan.

Rudd warns about terror attacks during Delhi CWG

MELBOURNE – Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd has warned of a high terror threat in India during the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games.

Speaking in New York, Rudd said a formal government warning about travel to the Games’ host city was stark in its language and may be revised in the coming days.

“The travel … Original article on : Rudd warns about terror attacks during Delhi CWG.

Wayne Rooney steps out with wife and son

LONDON – Wayne Rooney has been reportedly seen with wife Coleen for the first time after the revelation of the footballer’s wild antics.

The couple was spotted leaving their Cheshire mansion with ten-month old son Kai.

Wayne looked serious at the wheel of a black Range … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Wayne Rooney steps out with wife and son.

Helms, Uggla lead Marlins to a 7-5 victory over Mets

Helms, Uggla lead Marlins past Mets
MIAMI – Wes Helms had two of his three RBIs in a five-run first inning, Dan Uggla drove in a pair of runs and the Florida Marlins held on for a 7-5 victory over the New York Mets on Wednesday night.

Alex Sanabia (5-3) allowed three runs in five innings for …. Original source  : Helms, Uggla lead Marlins to a 7-5 victory over Mets.

‘My safety comes first before CWG medal,’ says UK triple jump champ Idowu

LONDON – Defending triple jump champion Phillips Idowu has rubbished reports that he never intended to travel to New Delhi to participate in the XIXth Commonwealth Games.

Rejecting critics accusations that he was using the filthy state of the competitors’ village, along with the collapse … Read : ‘My safety comes first before CWG medal,’ says UK triple jump champ Idowu.

Australia says Games security ‘extensive and well organised’

SYDNEY/NEW DELHI – Finally there is some appreciation for the beleaguered Commonwealth Games organisers from visiting teams. After reaffirming his country’s committment to the Commonwealth Games, Australia Commonwealth Games Association (ACGA) chief Perry Crosswhite Thursday said he is satisfied with the security situation for the Oct 3-14 Games.

Crosswhite, who is in New Delhi as part …. Read the original article  : Australia says Games security ‘extensive and well organised’.

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‘Spot-fixers’ have high chances of coming out clean: Pak High Commission

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan High Commission in London has told the Pakistan government that chances of players coming out clean from the spot-fixing allegations are high, as the Royal Prosecution judging the strength of the case against cricketers is not dealing with those allegations, but is instead looking into any player’s involvement into defrauding bookies.

“The …. Original article  : ‘Spot-fixers’ have high chances of coming out clean: Pak High Commission.

Australian Government issues travel warning over Delhi CWG building standards

MELBOURNE – The Australian Government has warned its citizens about the dangers of buildings in Delhi, after collapse of a bridge near Jawahar Lal Nehru stadium, the main venue for the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Travel warnings issued to the Australians also include Games venues

The government’s official travel advisory on India has now extended warnings to cover … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Australian Government issues travel warning over Delhi CWG building standards.

Delhi CM Dikshit inspects Games Village, all efforts on to save CWG

NEW DELHI – With some international teams opting to delay their arrival in New Delhi for the XIXth Commonwealth Games, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit visited the Games Village on Thursday to assess the situation.

On Wednesday, Dikshit assured that Delhi is set to host the mega event in the best possible way.

Referring to the footbridge collapse …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi CM Dikshit inspects Games Village, all efforts on to save CWG.

Australia sending elite police squad to boost its athletes’ security at CWG

Melbourne, Sep 23 (ANI): Concerned about security arrangements for the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games, Australia is rushing its elite police squadron to safeguard its players and officials.

Earlier, the Australian Government had warned its citizens about the dangers of buildings in Delhi, after the collapse of a bridge near the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium, the main … Original source on Gaea Times at : Australia sending elite police squad to boost its athletes’ security at CWG.

Scotland close to opting out of Delhi CWG: Team leaders

Edinburgh, Sept. 23 (ANI): Scotland’s Commonwealth Games preparations are in turmoil after team leaders warned they were “very close” to reaching the “exceptional circumstances” that would prevent the nation’s participation.

Eight countries, understood to include Scotland and the other home nations, were last night reported to have sent an ultimatum to the Delhi games Organizing Committee …. Read the original article  : Scotland close to opting out of Delhi CWG: Team leaders.

Oswalt, Phillies pitch 1-hitter, Ibanez’s RBI double beat Braves 1-0 for 10th straight win

Phillies beat Braves 1-0 for 10th straight win

PHILADELPHIA – Roy Oswalt and a pair of relievers combined on a one-hitter and the NL East-leading Philadelphia Phillies beat Atlanta 1-0 Wednesday night for their 10th straight win, increasing their bulge over the Braves to six games.
Raul Ibanez hit an RBI double with two outs in the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Oswalt, Phillies pitch 1-hitter, Ibanez’s RBI double beat Braves 1-0 for 10th straight win.

FC Dallas ties Revolution 2-2, extends club-record unbeaten streak to 16 games

FC Dallas ties Revolution 2-2, extends streak

FRISCO, Texas – Jeff Cunningham scored in the final minute of stoppage time Wednesday night to give FC Dallas a 2-2 tie with the New England Revolution, extending its club-record unbeaten streak to 16 games.
FC Dallas (10-2-13) scored twice in the final 10 minutes and has eight wins and …. Read the original article  : FC Dallas ties Revolution 2-2, extends club-record unbeaten streak to 16 games.

Steelers’ James Harrison fined $5,000 for slamming Titans QB Vince Young

Steelers’ Harrison fined $5,000 for slamming Young

PITTSBURGH – Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison has been fined $5,000 for slamming Titans quarterback Vince Young to the turf while sacking him Sunday.
Harrison was not penalized on the play, but Titans coach Jeff Fisher questioned on Monday why the former All-Pro linebacker wasn’t called for unnecessary roughness.
Harrison was … Read more >>.

Pak ’spot fixers’ got caught in battle between legal and illegal bookies: Aamir Sohail

KARACHI – Former Pakistan captain Aamir Sohail has given the spot-fixing controversy engulfing the Pakistani team a new twist, by claiming that it was due to “a battle between two gambling giants.”

When asked, “What do you really think happened in England? What is it all about?”, “It’s a battle between two gambling giants,” The News … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Pak ’spot fixers’ got caught in battle between legal and illegal bookies: Aamir Sohail.

Shoaib Akhtar again caught on camera tampering with ball

LONDON – Pakistan cricket was embroiled in another controversy after pacer Shoaib Akhtar was caught on camera tampering with the ball during England’s Rose Bowl win on Wednesday.

The Daily Mail has pictures which it says show Akhtar running his left thumb along the ball’s seam before dropping the ball on the ground and standing on …. Original source  : Shoaib Akhtar again caught on camera tampering with ball.

England Chef de Mission describes CWG accomodation as ‘dangerous’

LONDON/NEW DELHI – Craig Hunter, England’s Chef de Mission for the XIXth Commonwealth Games to be held in New Delhi from October 3 to 14, has described some of the accommodation for the competitors as “dangerous”.

While Team England chairman Sir Andrew Foster said the athletes remained “intent on going”, Hunter told Sky News that the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : England Chef de Mission describes CWG accomodation as ‘dangerous’.

Cabrera’s leadoff single in the 5th starts 3-run inning to help Tigers beat Royals 4-2

Tigers’ Scherzer shuts down Royals in 4-2 victory

DETROIT – Miguel Cabrera’s leadoff single started a three-run fifth inning and the Detroit Tigers held on to beat the Kansas City Royals 4-2 on Wednesday night.
Max Scherzer (12-10) gave up two hits and struck out eight over 7 2-3 innings. Ryan Perry got the final out of …. Original article  : Cabrera’s leadoff single in the 5th starts 3-run inning to help Tigers beat Royals 4-2.

Morton gets first win in 4?? months as Alvarez, Pirates beat Cardinals 11-6

Morton gets win as Pirates beat Cardinals 11-6

PITTSBURGH – Charlie Morton pitched effectively over six innings to win for the first time in 4?? months, Pedro Alvarez homered and drove in four runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates extended the St. Louis Cardinals’ late-season collapse by winning 11-6 on Wednesday night.
John Bowker homered among three hits …. Read the original article  : Morton gets first win in 4?? months as Alvarez, Pirates beat Cardinals 11-6.

Delhiites all set for dedicated CWG lanes

NEW DELHI – Commuters in Delhi prepared themselves for traffic problems Friday with lanes for the Commonwealth Games being closed for a few hours to facilitate athletes and their trainers who arrive in the city, police said.

“The Games lanes will be closed between 11 a.m. and 12 noon and again between 10 p.m. to 11 …. Original source  : Delhiites all set for dedicated CWG lanes.

Coach John Calipari confident freshman center Enes Kanter will be cleared to play for Kentucky

Calipari confident Kanter will play for Wildcats

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky coach John Calipari believes that freshman center Enes Kanter is an amateur and that Turkish club officials have “four million reasons” why they want him to return to Europe.
The NCAA is reviewing Kanter’s status, though Calipari said Thursday he thinks the 6-foot-11 center will suit …. Read the original article  : here.

Rock N Roll Heaven wins Little Brown Jug, ties record for 3-year-old pacers on half-mile track

Rock N Roll Heaven wins Little Brown Jug
DELAWARE, Ohio – Rock N Roll Heaven won the $604,100 Little Brown Jug – the second leg of the pacing Triple Crown – on Thursday at Delaware County Fairgrounds, matching the world record for 3-year-old pacers on a half-mile track by finishing in 1:49 2-5 in both his … Read more : Rock N Roll Heaven wins Little Brown Jug, ties record for 3-year-old pacers on half-mile track.

Padres handcuffed by Dodgers’ Kuroda in 3-1 loss, dropping them into 2nd in NL West

Padres drop back into 2nd with 3-1 loss to Dodgers

LOS ANGELES – Hiroki Kuroda pitched eight superb innings, Andre Ethier had two run-scoring hits and the Los Angeles Dodgers sent the San Diego Padres back into second place in the NL West with a 3-1 victory Thursday night.
The Padres fell a half-game behind the San … Original source on Gaea Times at : Padres handcuffed by Dodgers’ Kuroda in 3-1 loss, dropping them into 2nd in NL West.

Brewers 8, Marlins 3

Brewers 8, Marlins 3

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Aisam says will be tough going for Pak duo at Delhi CWG

LAHORE – Pakistan’s top tennis player Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, who is a part of the country’s contingent scheduled to leave for India on Sept 29, has said the competition in the upcoming Commonwealth Games (CWG) in New Delhi will be tough.

Talking to reporters at the Bagh-i-Jinnah courts, where the short training-camp for the CWG has begun, …. Original source  : Aisam says will be tough going for Pak duo at Delhi CWG.

Chris Broad slams UK’s assisted suicide laws that forced wife to die alone

LONDON – Former England cricketer and now ICC match referee Chris Broad has criticized British laws over assisted suicide which meant his wife, who killed herself over her advancing Motor Neurone Disease, had to die alone.

Michelle Broad, 60, was open to family and friends about her plan to end her life if she got … Read : Chris Broad slams UK’s assisted suicide laws that forced wife to die alone.

Series win against Pak felt like ‘Ashes, World Cup all rolled into one’: Swann

LONDON – England off-spinner Graeme Swann has said that winning the final match of the ODI series against Pakistan felt like winning “the Ashes and the World Cup all rolled into one”.

England won the match at the Rose Bowl Stadium by 121 runs to win the five-match series 3-2.

It concluded Pakistan’s near three-month-long tour …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Pak Sports Ministry expresses helplessness in acting against PCB and its boss Ijaz Butt

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s Ministry of Sports has expressed its helplessness to take action against any official of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), including its Chairman Ijaz Butt, for running the affairs of the board in an incompetent manner.

The PCB and its chief came under severe criticism from the Upper House for their incompetence in putting …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Pak Sports Ministry expresses helplessness in acting against PCB and its boss Ijaz Butt.

Morse, Bernadina, Espinosa hit HRs, Detwiler wins 1st this year as Nationals beat Astros 7-2

Morse, Bernadina, Espinosa hit home runs for Nats

WASHINGTON – Michael Morse homered, doubled and drove in three runs, Roger Bernadina and Danny Espinosa hit two-run homers and Ross Detwiler earned his first win in nearly a year as the Washington Nationals beat the Houston Astros 7-2 Thursday.
It was the third consecutive win for Washington, and … Original article on : Morse, Bernadina, Espinosa hit HRs, Detwiler wins 1st this year as Nationals beat Astros 7-2.

Pitt’s Mason leaves field on stretcher with apparent right leg injury

Pitt’s Mason leaves field on stretcher
PITTSBURGH – Pitt linebacker Dan Mason has been taken off the field on a stretcher after dislocating his right knee with 8:51 remaining in the third quarter against No. 19 Miami.

Mason lay on the field, in obvious pain, for more than 5 minutes as more than a dozen teammates and …. Original article  : Pitt’s Mason leaves field on stretcher with apparent right leg injury.

Jacory Harris, Damien Berry lead No. 19 Miami’s 31-3 rout of overwhelmed Pittsburgh

Harris leads No. 19 Miami to 31-3 rout of Pitt

PITTSBURGH – Seven years after they last played as Big East members, nothing’s changed at all in the Miami-Pitt series.
Jacory Harris led quick touchdown drives to start each half and No. 19 Miami dominated Pittsburgh much like it did when the schools were conference rivals, winning … Read more »»».

Fergie finally breaks his silence on Rooney’s personal problems and confidence

LONDON – Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said that star striker Wayne Rooney does not seem to be lacking in confidence, but that the personal torment being suffered by him is not something anyone do young would want to be faced with.

Rooney is battling to save his marriage to wife Coleen after hooker … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Fergie finally breaks his silence on Rooney’s personal problems and confidence.

Hamilton backs friendship with Button to survive heat of title fight

LONDON – British Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton insists that his friendship with McLaren team-mate Jenson Button would survive the heat of the title fight.

The McLaren duo is locked in a battle for the championship title, but Hamilton insists that there are no mind games between them.

“I don’t play mind games with Jenson … Original source on Gaea Times at : Hamilton backs friendship with Button to survive heat of title fight.

Vaughan confident about Kiwi 20-20 champs being re-invited for Champions Trophy

WELLINGTON – New Zealand Cricket chief Justin Vaughan is confident that his country’s Twenty20 champions – Central Districts-will be invited back to next year’s Champions Trophy despite their ongoing struggles to compete.

Central Districts return home from South Africa winless from four matches, after they crashed to a 74-run defeat to Sri Lankan side Wayamba … Read more »»».

PCB in huddle over resurrecting Pak cricket following bitter England tour

LAHORE – Now that Pakistan’s acrimonious tour of England has ended, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been reportedly considering a plan under which cricketing relations with England may be suspended, till Pakistan’s name is cleared of spot-fixing allegations.

The tour ended in bitterness between the cricket boards of the two nations, and Pakistani cricketers … Read : PCB in huddle over resurrecting Pak cricket following bitter England tour.

CWG athletes advised to stay within security bubble of Games venues

NEW DELHI – Though chaotic last-minute construction and cleaning has been brought under control at venues slotted for the XIXth Commonwealth Games to be held in New Delhi from October 3 to 14, security remains a crucial issue.

The Delhi Police has reportedly advised all athletes to stay inside a security bubble at the athlete compound, … Read : CWG athletes advised to stay within security bubble of Games venues.

Khan vows to silence critics by beating boxing’s big names

LONDON – WBA super-lightweight champion Amir Khan has said he will silence his critics by taking on boxing’s big names.

Khan faces hard-hitting WBA super-lightweight interim champion Marcos Maidana in Las Vegas on December 11, The Sun reports.

Maidana’s has the power to expose Khan’s suspect chin, but the British boxer cannot wait to silence [..] Read the original article: here.

Fergie takes dig at Chelsea’s easy start to Premier League season

LONDON – Taking a dig at rivals Chelsea, Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has said the Premier League winners have had an easy start to their season, as they chose the fixture list themselves.

Chelsea face their first tough game on Saturday against Manchester City at Eastlands, having beaten West Bromwich, Wigan, Stoke, West Ham …. Source article  : Fergie takes dig at Chelsea’s easy start to Premier League season.

Brazilian soccer heroes look to politics

Rio de Janeiro, Sep 24 (IANS/EFE) Romario and Bebeto, leading goal scorers of the Brazilian football team that won the 1994 FIFA World Cup, have joined the political fray as candidates for October’s elections.

After lengthy soccer careers that included stints with teams in Brazil, Europe, Japan and Saudi Arabia, the two former strikers now are … Original article on : Brazilian soccer heroes look to politics.

Kalmadi accepts blame for CWG mess, says venues were handed late

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games Organising Commitee (CGOC) chairman Suresh Kalmadi Saturday accepted the blame for the mess surrounding the Commonwealth Games, but pointed fingers towards the government agencies for not delivering the infrastructure on time for the finishing work to be done.

“The role of the Organising Commitee is the conduct of the Games. I … Read more : Kalmadi accepts blame for CWG mess, says venues were handed late.

A wake-up call for Furyk: Still in the hunt for the big prize

Furyk, Donald tied for lead at East Lake
ATLANTA – This should serve as a wake-up call for Jim Furyk: He’s tied for the lead at the Tour Championship, and very much in the hunt for the $10 million FedEx Cup prize.

Furyk played bogey-free on the back nine at East Lake for a 5-under 65 on …. Source  : A wake-up call for Furyk: Still in the hunt for the big prize.

After year of turmoil, USOC leaders feel they’re on way to getting things back on track

A year later, USOC paints a prettier picture

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – After a year of turmoil and one grand humiliation, the leaders of the U.S. Olympic Committee feel they’re on their way toward a key goal: making Olympic stories about athletes on the field, not politics off it.
Chairman Larry Probst and CEO Scott Blackmun spoke … Read : After year of turmoil, USOC leaders feel they’re on way to getting things back on track.

Tigers 10, Twins 1

Tigers 10, Twins 1

Minnesota

Detroit

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Work done but more needed at CWG village: Fennell

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games Federation chief Mike Fennell said Saturday that “considerable” work has been done in the Commonwealth Games Village, but some concerns relating to cleanliness remained. He praised the food for the athletes as “excellent”.

“Considerable amount of work has been done, but there are concerns which remain, mainly related to cleanliness,” Fennell … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Work done but more needed at CWG village: Fennell.

Hamilton says ridiculous ‘Singapore Sling’ chicane, an accident waiting to happen

MARINA BAY – British Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton fears that there could be a ‘nasty’ accident in Sunday’s Singapore Grand Prix.

Several tweaks have been made to the Marina Bay circuit for this year’s race, with the ‘Singapore Sling’ chicane modified as it had been a cause of concern for drivers over the past years.

“The … Read : Hamilton says ridiculous ‘Singapore Sling’ chicane, an accident waiting to happen.

Despite INTs on consecutive passes, trailing early in 2nd half, No. 4 TCU outlasts SMU 41-24

Despite Dalton’s INTs, No. 4 TCU outlasts SMU

DALLAS – Andy Dalton bounced back from interceptions on consecutive throws by leading three straight touchdown drives, lifting No. 4 TCU to a 41-24 victory over longtime rival SMU on Friday night.
Playing on the road for the first time this season, the Horned Frogs were in a bit …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Despite INTs on consecutive passes, trailing early in 2nd half, No. 4 TCU outlasts SMU 41-24.

Dunn hits 2 homers, Harris goes inside the park as Nats win fourth straight, 8-3 over Braves

Dunn’s 2 homers lead Nats over Braves
WASHINGTON – Adam Dunn hit two home runs and drove in five runs, Willie Harris hit an inside-the-park homer and Jordan Zimmermann won his first game in 15 months as the Washington Nationals sent the reeling Atlanta Braves to their fourth straight defeat, 8-3 on Friday night.

The Braves, who … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Dunn hits 2 homers, Harris goes inside the park as Nats win fourth straight, 8-3 over Braves.

Australia begin India tour with warm-up match

CHANDIGARH – The visiting Australian cricket team officially started their tour of India with a warm-up three-day match against the Board President’s XI team at the picturesque Sector 16 stadium here Saturday.

The Australian side, led by Ricky Ponting, opted to bat first in the warm-up game after winning the toss.
Shane Watson and Simon … Read more »»».

Scotland ‘delighted’ to be cleared for Delhi CWG trip despite ‘challenges’

LONDON – Scotland’s Commonwealth Games squad will arrive in New Delhi on Sunday.

A party of 41 athletes and staff had delayed their departure on Tuesday after complaints about the athletes’ village conditions.

The Scottish team is traveling in groups, and those due to arrive tomorrow are from archery, lawn bowls, shooting, tennis and weightlifting.

Commonwealth Games Scotland … Read : Scotland ‘delighted’ to be cleared for Delhi CWG trip despite ‘challenges’.

Mancini expects champions Chelsea to easily retain Premier League title

LONDON – Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has predicted that Chelsea would “easily” retain their Premier League title.

Mancini’s prediction came ahead of the their clash at Eastlands on Saturday.

“Chelsea are the best team in the Premier League at the moment. They are probably going to win the Premier League title easily,” The BBC quoted Mancini, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Mancini expects champions Chelsea to easily retain Premier League title.

Aussie fans keen to travel to Delhi for CWG despite chaos

MELBOURNE – It seems threats of terrorism or stadium construction woes aren’t enough to stop adventurous Australians from heading to Delhi for the XIXth Commonwealth Games.

Travel agencies yesterday reported no cancellations on return flights to India.

Fox Sports quoted a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade spokeswoman, as saying that over 1000 Australians travelling to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Aussie fans keen to travel to Delhi for CWG despite chaos.

Red Sox 10, Yankees 8

Red Sox 10, Yankees 8

Boston

New York

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Beckett, Red Sox hold off Yankees 10-8 to knock New York out of first place in AL East

Red Sox hold off Yanks 10-8, knock NY out of first

NEW YORK – Andy Pettitte was chased early, ineffective in his second start since being activated from the disabled list, and the Boston Red Sox held off New York 10-8 Friday night to knock the Yankees out of first place in the AL East.
Jed Lowrie [..] Read the original article: here.

Willy Aybar has 2 RBIs, Rafael Soriano gets team record 44th save and Tampa Bay beats Seattle

Aybar, Soriano spark Rays’ 5-3 win
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Willy Aybar drove in two runs, Rafael Soriano set a team record with his 44th save of the season and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Seattle Mariners 5-3 on Friday night.

Tampa Bay reduced its magic number to three to clinch the franchise’s second playoff berth … Original article on : Willy Aybar has 2 RBIs, Rafael Soriano gets team record 44th save and Tampa Bay beats Seattle.

PCB may sue Trott for altercation with Riaz in tit-for-tat response to ECB Butt threat

LONDON – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly considering legal action against England batsman Jonathan Trott for allegedly calling Pakistan fast bowler Wahab Riaz “a match-fixer”.

The incident occurred ahead of Monday’s fourth ODI at Lord’s, when the two players clashed in the nets and had to be separated by England batting coach Graham Gooch.

The … Read this article on Gaea Times at : PCB may sue Trott for altercation with Riaz in tit-for-tat response to ECB Butt threat.

Katich, Clarke to be surprise spin duo weapon during India series

CHANDIGARH – Australian batsmen Simon Katich and Michael Clarke are likely to take on spinners role along with Nathan Hauritz when they play India in the first Test at Mohali from next week.

The objective of this exercise appears to be to ensure team balance not only for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, but also for … Original article on : Katich, Clarke to be surprise spin duo weapon during India series.

Blue Jays 6, Orioles 4

Blue Jays 6, Orioles 4

Baltimore

Toronto

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Bizarre Nailympics in Britain see manicurists battle it out for medals

LONDON – Britain plays host to what could be called as a nail-biting competition for the last six years-the Nailympics- the self-styled ‘Olympic Games of fake nails’, where nail artists and manicurists from around the world gather to showcase their skills in various categories.

Some 354 competitors from 24 countries participated in the 2010 Nailympics, where …. Read the original article  : here.

Wayne Rooney’s hooker ‘to tell all about her romp on TV’

LONDON – Wayne Rooney’s hooker Jenny Thompson has promised telly bosses to reveal all about her romp with the soccer ace if they put her on ‘I’m a Celebrity’.

Jenny, 21 – who romped with the Man United ace while his wife Coleen was pregnant – has told pals she is desperate to be on TV.

And … Read more : Wayne Rooney’s hooker ‘to tell all about her romp on TV’.

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AP-FBC–T25-West Virginia-LSU Stats, FBC
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Cal Poly breaks seven-game road losing streak with 40-14 win over McNeese State

Cal Poly beats McNeese State 40-14
LAKE CHARLES, La. – Cal Poly scored 37 straight points over the second and third quarters and broke a seven-game road losing streak with a 40-14 win at McNeese State on Saturday night.

The Mustangs (3-1), who lost all six of their road games last season and at Texas State last … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Cal Poly breaks seven-game road losing streak with 40-14 win over McNeese State.

AP-FBC???T25-San Jose St.-Utah Stats, FBC

AP-FBC–T25-San Jose St.-Utah Stats, FBC
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Stepping into Rathore’s shoes will be a challenge: Asher Noria

NEW DELHI – Junior world shooting champion Asher Noria has more than one reason to cheer. He came into the double trap team as a replacement for Athens Olympics silver medallist Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore but will also shoot alongside his mentor Ronjan Singh Sodhi in the Oct 3-14 Commonwealth Games here.

“It is a great feeling … Read more »».

Rockies 10, Giants 9, 10 innings,

Rockies 10, Giants 9, 10 innings,

San Francisco

Colorado

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Kolton Browning’s 2 TDs lead Louisiana-Monroe to 21-20 win over Southeastern Louisiana

Louisiana-Monroe tops Southeastern Louisiana 21-20

MONROE, La. – Kolton Browning ran for a touchdown and passed for another as Louisiana-Monroe beat Southeastern Louisiana 21-20 on Saturday night.
Browning threw a 47-yard touchdown pass to Tavarse Maye on the Warhawks’ first offensive play of the fourth quarter. Radi Jabour’s PAT provided the winning margin.
Louisiana-Monroe (1-2) scored two touchdowns …. Read the original article  : here.

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Lightning-Flames Sums

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AP-FBC–T25-Oklahoma-Cincinnati Stats, FBC
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AP-FBC???T25-South Carolina-Auburn Stats, FBC

AP-FBC–T25-South Carolina-Auburn Stats, FBC
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Diamondbacks 5, Dodgers 2

Diamondbacks 5, Dodgers 2

Los Angeles

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Anderson throws 3 touchdowns as Marshall survives on final play to hold off Ohio 24-23

Marshall survives on final play, beats Ohio 24-23

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Brian Anderson threw for three touchdowns and Marshall survived on the final play to hold off Ohio in a 24-23 win on Saturday night.
The Thundering Herd (1-3) led 24-17 when Anderson threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to Antavious Wilson with 8:21 left in the fourth … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Anderson throws 3 touchdowns as Marshall survives on final play to hold off Ohio 24-23.

Fourth-string fullback Banks helps Georgia Southern roll up 508 yards and beat Elon 38-21

Banks, Georgia Southern roll over Elon 38-21

STATESBORO, Ga. – Lee Banks rushed for 121 yards and Georgia Southern shredded Elon’s defense for 508 yards while rolling to a 38-21 win in the Southern Conference opener for both teams Saturday night.
Banks, a senior who had two carries for 8 yards in his career, had 25 carries …. Original article  : Fourth-string fullback Banks helps Georgia Southern roll up 508 yards and beat Elon 38-21.

Cleveland Browns linebacker D’Qwell Jackson lost for the season with chest muscle injury

Browns lose linebacker Jackson
CLEVELAND – Browns linebacker D’Qwell Jackson’s is out for the season with the same kind of injury that ended last season after 10 games.

The team placed Jackson on injured reserve on Saturday and replaced him with Sam Aiken, a veteran wide receiver released by New England earlier this month.
Jackson had just returned …. Read the original article  : Cleveland Browns linebacker D’Qwell Jackson lost for the season with chest muscle injury.

Dodge throws 2 touchdowns to Carey as North Texas defeats Florida Atlantic 21-17

North Texas defeats Florida Atlantic 21-17

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Riley Dodge threw two touchdown passes to Darius Carey and North Texas beat Florida Atlantic 21-17 in the Sun Belt Conference opener for both teams on Saturday night.
James Hamilton also scored a touchdown for North Texas (1-3), which amassed 257 rushing yards. Dodge was 10-for-15 passing …. Source  : Dodge throws 2 touchdowns to Carey as North Texas defeats Florida Atlantic 21-17.

Love-rat Wayne Rooney faces furious in-laws

LONDON – Ashamed over his vice girl stint, Wayne Rooney for the first time faced the wrath of his in-laws.

The Man Utd striker grovelled to Coleen’s parents after his wife ordered him to apologise face to face at their McLoughlin’s house in Huyton, Merseyside.

Friends say he is so tormented that they fear for his well-being …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Love-rat Wayne Rooney faces furious in-laws.

Serena Williams pulls out of China Open due to foot injury

BEIJING – American tennis ace Serena Williams, who is recuperating from her foot injury, has pulled out of next month’s China Open.

Williams has still not fully recovered from surgery to her right foot, which she cut on broken glass at a restaurant shortly after retaining her Wimbledon title in July.

The China Open gets under way … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Serena Williams pulls out of China Open due to foot injury.

President Patil to inaugurate Games, denying Brit royalty their traditional honour

LONDON – President Pratibha Devisingh Patil will declare the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games open, denying the British royal family the traditional honour for the first time in the Games history.

The Indian Government and Clarence House appeared to be at loggerheads over whether Prince Charles will be asked to declare the 2010 Games open.

Senior Indian …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : President Patil to inaugurate Games, denying Brit royalty their traditional honour.

Southern Miss forces 4 turnovers and holds on to beat Louisiana Tech 13-12

Southern Miss beats Louisiana Tech 13-12
RUSTON, La. – Southern Miss withstood a furious rally by Louisiana Tech in the fourth quarter as the Golden Eagles held off the Bulldogs 13-12 on Saturday night.

Deron Wilson picked off Louisiana Tech quarterback Tarik Hakmi at the Southern Miss 20-yard line with 2:31 left on the clock to seal …. Read the original article  : Southern Miss forces 4 turnovers and holds on to beat Louisiana Tech 13-12.

Games venues’ security lockdown delayed

NEW DELHI – Security agencies could not complete the lockdown of all the Commonwealth Games venues and the Games Village Saturday midnight as work was still in progress at some of the sites, police said Sunday.

“The work is still on at the Games main venue Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the Games Village and some other …. Original source  : Games venues’ security lockdown delayed.

Tigers 11, Twins 10, 13 innings,

Tigers 11, Twins 10, 13 innings,

Minnesota

Detroit

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