Sports News – Weekly Newsletter for October 4-11, 2010

Sports News – Weekly Newsletter for October 4-11, 2010

Monday, October 11, 2010

CWG Hockey: New Zealand women beat Wales in opener

NEW DELHI – New Zealand overcame first match nerves to post a 5-1 win over Wales in their opening pool B match of the womens hockey in the Commonwealth Games at the Major Dhyanchand National Stadium here Monday.

The Kiwis took a while to settle down to the conditions and were held 1-1 in the …. Original article : CWG Hockey: New Zealand women beat Wales in opener.

With relocated tigers, Sariska throbs again

ALWAR – The tigers have brought tourists back to Sariska. The tiger reserve in Rajasthan, which had lost its sheen after its tigers went missing, opened to a great response from wildlife enthusiasts and holiday makers this year, thanks to five big cats relocated here.

The Sariska Tiger Reserve in Alwar district, which opened to …. Source : With relocated tigers, Sariska throbs again.

CWG Tennis: Bopanna, Rushmi cruise to second round

NEW DELHI – India’s Rohan Bopanna and Rushmi Chakravarthi warmed up for the sterner tests ahead with uncomplicated victories in their opening rounds at the Commonwealth Games tennis event here Monday.

The unseeded Bopanna carved out an emphatic 6-1, 6-4 victory over Uganda’s Robert Buyinza to sail into the pre-quarter finals of the men’s singles … Read more >>>.

Taj city decked up for warm welcome to CWG guests

AGRA – Splendid glimpses of the Taj Mahal and an array of Indian crafts promise a treat for Commonwealth Games (CWG) guests who come visiting. The city is all decked up as a special train from Delhi is set to chug in with athletes and officials here everyday from Wednesday.

“The athletes and officials … Read more »»».

Delhi CWG welcome fantastic, brilliant, incredible: NZ contingent leader

NEW DELHI – New Zealand contingent leader Irene van Dyk has described the opening ceremony of the XIXth Commonwealth Games held here as fantastic, brilliant and incredible.

The 38-year-old Silver Fern, never scared to gush, said that she was lost for words after the ceremony wrapped up, and added that it definitely was … Read more : Delhi CWG welcome fantastic, brilliant, incredible: NZ contingent leader.

‘Incredible India’ showed its best face: Australlian media

MELBOURNE – The new “Incredible India” of diversity and cultural pride showed its face, the Australian media unanimously said after watching Sunday’s gala opening of the 19th Commonwealth Games that they described as a “kaleidoscope of music, movement and colour” that gave a “spectacular start” to the fortnight long sporting event.

“An ancient land …. Source article on Gaea Times at : ‘Incredible India’ showed its best face: Australlian media.

The Europeans have whale of a Sunday at Ryder Cup, but US hopes to celebrate Monday in Wales

Europe having whale of a Ryder Cup in Wales

NEWPORT, Wales – The Ryder Cup is usually decided on a Sunday, and this one had all the trappings of a European victory: the fist-pumping performance by the home guys, a raucous crowd cheering them on, the scoreboard awash in blue when one last putt dropped in …. Original source : The Europeans have whale of a Sunday at Ryder Cup, but US hopes to celebrate Monday in Wales.

India begin CWG medal chase on a bright note (Afternoon Lead)

NEW DELHI – India started medal chase in the Commonwealth
Games on a bright note, winning in preliminary rounds in tennis, table tennis and

swimming Monday, the first day of the Games competitions.
Eight gold medals are to be decided Monday — five in swimming, two in
weightlifting and one in … Original source on Gaea Times at : India begin CWG medal chase on a bright note (Afternoon Lead).

Michael Vick Injury Leads To Philadelphia Eagles’ Loss

PENNSYLVANIA, (GaeaTimes.com)- Michael Vick, one of the most competent quarterbacks of Philadelphia Eagles had an unfortunate rib and chest injury, while the game was on. This prompted the player to quit the game in the very first quarter. The match against the Washington Redskins, played at Lincoln Financial Field, in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, made the …. Source : Michael Vick Injury Leads To Philadelphia Eagles’ Loss.

India opens doors to the world with Games opening

LONDON – With a “dazzling, colourful and high-octane” opening ceremony at the Commonwealth Games, India has opened its doors to the world, the British media said, comparing the event with the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

The opener at New Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium Sunday night, which “was part Bollywood, part cultural extravaganza, thrilled” the over 50,000 …. Source : India opens doors to the world with Games opening.

CommonWealth Games 2010 Schedule Details

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The Commonwealth Games 2010 is the most awaited event in the history of India that already kicked off yesterday in New Delhi with a dazzling open ceremony. The games will commence from today. If you are looking for the Commonwealth Games 2010 schedule, then you have come to the … Read : CommonWealth Games 2010 Schedule Details.

Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony: A Spectacular Affair

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Despite all the controversies that has plagued the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, the organizing committee of the event was finally successful in putting up an amazing show during the opening ceremony of CWG. As many as 65,000 people were present at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday evening to …. Read the original article : here.

Kerala Cricket Association to meet Kochi IPL owners on Oct.7 to resolve issues

KOCHI – The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) appears now resigned to losing the Kochi IPL owing to the various controversies the franchisee is facing, but has decided to give it one last shot by holding talks with Rendezvous Sports World, the owners, on October 7.

“All the …. Read the original article : Kerala Cricket Association to meet Kochi IPL owners on Oct.7 to resolve issues.

Cash rewards announced for Indian medal winners in Commonwealth Games

New Delhi, Oct 4 (ANI): Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Murli Deora and Minister for Commerce and Industry Anand Sharma have separately announced cash rewards for Indian medal winners in the XIXth Commonwealth Games.

Deora announced 10 lakh rupees for winners of gold medals, seven lakh fifty …. Source article : Cash rewards announced for Indian medal winners in Commonwealth Games.

Pak Test fixer Majeed’s pal commits suicide over losses following spot-fixing scandal

LONDON – The chairman of a football club caught up in the Pakistan match-fixing scandal, David Le Cluse, who was also a friend of Pakistan Test fixer Mazhar Majeed, has reportedly shot himself amid claims he …. Source : Gaea News Network.

‘Red-faced’ Kiwi contingent’s ‘follow-the-leader’ gaffe at Delhi CWG opening ceremony

NEW DELHI – The New Zealand team made a blunder by bungling its opening lines as the Kiwis flocked behind the South African flag bearer, Irene van Dyk, during the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi on Sunday.

According to Stuff.co.nz, the South African ex-pat … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Red-faced’ Kiwi contingent’s ‘follow-the-leader’ gaffe at Delhi CWG opening ceremony.

‘Shape up or ship out’ ultimatum issued to beleaguered PCB boss Butt

LAHORE – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ijaz Butt has been told by higher authorities to appoint new board officials or forget about getting an extension to his two-year term, which expires this month.

According to a source, Butt has a deadline until October 10 …. Original article on Gaea Times at : ‘Shape up or ship out’ ultimatum issued to beleaguered PCB boss Butt.

Kiwi women tennis top gun Erakovic disappointed over partner Barry skipping Delhi CWG

NEW DELHI – New Zealand’s top women tennis player Marina Erakovic has arrived here in Delhi minus her roommate Ellen Barry, who pulled out of the Commonwealth Games due to security concerns.

It means Erakovic gets a room in the team tower …. Source : Gaea News Network.

Australians swimmers determined to re-establish themselves at top

SYDNEY – Australia’s 52 member strong swimming team is confident of maintaining its dominance at the XIXth Delhi Commonwealth Games and ready take on the best at the new pool at the Dr S.P. Mukherjee Aquatic Complex in New Delhi.

In Melbourne, four years ago, the men …. Source article : Australians swimmers determined to re-establish themselves at top.

Netball referees face meal, transport and uniform problems at Delhi CWG

SYDNEY – After Sunday’s grand Commonwealth Games opening, the organizers are now busy with meeting fresh security and other concerns that have left referees without basics such as uniforms.

Last-minute crisis discussions were being held on Sunday after a leading Games netball official warned that fixtures could …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Netball referees face meal, transport and uniform problems at Delhi CWG.

‘Spot-fixers’ Salman, Aamir request ICC to shift appeal hearing from London to Qatar

LAHORE – Pakistan’s Test skipper Salman Butt and teenage pacer Mohammad Aamir, two of the three Pakistani players suspended by the International Cricket Council (ICC), have requested the ICC to hold the hearings of their appeals in Qatar instead of London. …. Source : ‘Spot-fixers’ Salman, Aamir request ICC to shift appeal hearing from London to Qatar.

Strong ‘tail wind’ from AC system troubling Kiwi badminton team at Delhi CWG venue

NEW DELHI – New Zealand’s premier badminton player Joe Wu has raised concerns about the powerful tail wind being generated by the Siri Fort Sports Complex’s air-conditioning system.

Joe’s comments came after the New Zealand team thrashed Jamaica 5-0 to begin their Delhi … Read : Strong ‘tail wind’ from AC system troubling Kiwi badminton team at Delhi CWG venue.

India win Mohali cliff-hanger against Australia

MOHALI – India pulled off a cliff-hanger against Australia, winning the first Test here by one wicket, with the fortunes of both sides swinging till the last run was scored on the fifth and final day’s play at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here.

Chasing 216 for a win, India’s ‘Mr Dependable’ V.V.S. Laxman … Read more >>>.

CWG Men’s Hockey: Pakistan beat Scotland 3-0

NEW DELHI – Pakistan came through a tough opening pool A match against Scotland 3-0 to pick up three points in mens hockey in the Commonwealth Games here Tuesday.

Veterans Shakeel Abbasi (20th) and Rehan Butt (25th) put Pakistan ahead in the first-half. Muhammad Imran rounded off the tally with a penalty corner conversion in [..] Read the original article: here.

CWG swimming: Khade, Sejwal qualify for semi-finals

NEW DELHI – Indian swimmers Veerdhawal Khade and Sandeep Sejwal qualified for the semi-finals of the 50-metre butterfly and 100-metre breast-stroke events at the Commonwealth Games here Tuesday.

Khade clocked 24.72 seconds and came eighth among the 16 swimmers who qualified from the heats for the semi-finals.
Sejwal clocked 1:02.72 seconds and stood ninth … Original article on : CWG swimming: Khade, Sejwal qualify for semi-finals.

Commonwealth Games Marred By Metro Snags

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The Sarita Vihar-Central Secretariat route of Delhi Metro which was opened to the commuters on the eve of the Commonwealth Games 2010 opening ceremony ran into grave operational problems shortly after opening. The commuters headed for the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium were caught unawares. The commuters had to wait at various … Read : Commonwealth Games Marred By Metro Snags.

Shooters make India proud at CWG; win two gold and a silver

NEW DELHI – Shooters Anisa Sayeed and Rahi Sarnobat gave India its second gold as they won in the 25m pistol pair event at the Commonwealth Games on Tuesday.

Onkar Singh and Deepak Sharma also won silver medal in 50m Air Pistol Pair event.

Earlier today, Olympian gold winner Abhinav Bindra and World Champion Gagan Narang won …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Shooters make India proud at CWG; win two gold and a silver.

Lukewarm spectator response worries CWG president

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games Federation president Michael Fennell said Tuesday he was worried about empty stands at the venues despite a grand inaugural of the event two days ago.

“We had a spectacular opening ceremony and considered it quite successful. People were very happy with it. Yesterday we had the first day of competition …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Lukewarm spectator response worries CWG president.

CWG: Indian shooters bag 2 golds, silver too in the kitty (Afternoon lead)

NEW DELHI – Indian men and women shooters Tuesday hit the bull’s eye to give the country two gold medals at the Delhi Commonwealth Games. The men also won a silver in the shooting event.

The Abhinav Bindra and Gagan Narang pair bagged the first gold by shooting a total 1,193 points, breaking their own …. Source article : CWG: Indian shooters bag 2 golds, silver too in the kitty (Afternoon lead).

Road blocks for Games slow down Delhi traffic again

NEW DELHI – Road blocks and diversions in Delhi for the Commonwealth Games yet again slowed down traffic and led to jams in some areas, causing difficulties for the office-goers and other commuters Tuesday, the second day of the mega event competition.

Traffic jams were reported on the arterial Aurobindo Marg, Mother Dairy-ITO area in … Read more »».

CWG shooting: India fire at gold twice from the range (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – Shooters were bang on target to grab India’s first two gold medals at the Commonwealth Games and a silver was added to the tally from the Karni Singh Range here Tuesday.

Abhinav Bindra and Gagan Narang started the medal rush straightaway when the shooting competitions fired off and India’s first gold of … Read : CWG shooting: India fire at gold twice from the range (Second Lead).

Oz Open winners set earn 2.2 million dollars each in 2011

MELBOURNE – Australian Open men’s and women’s tennis champions will each take home a whopping 2.2 million dollars in January 2011.

The respective singles runners-up will each get a hefty consolation prize of 1.1 million dollars … Original source on Gaea Times at : Oz Open winners set earn 2.2 million dollars each in 2011.

Patriots score TDs on offense, defense and special teams to rally past stunned Dolphins 41-14

Pats’ special teams run wild to top Dolphins 41-14

MIAMI – The New England Patriots had another big night, and this time the NFL’s highest-scoring team totaled most of its points with Tom Brady and the rest of the offense cheering from the sideline.
Patrick Chung blocked two kicks and returned an interception for a touchdown, and …. Source : Patriots score TDs on offense, defense and special teams to rally past stunned Dolphins 41-14.

Davone Bess Scores a 19 yard Touchdown

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Davone Bess, the American football wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins played a great game by a game-high nine catches and 93 yards that included a 19-yard touchdown reception in the first quarter. Davone showed off the biggest game of the season on the Monday night.
Davone has a way of …. Original source : Davone Bess Scores a 19 yard Touchdown.

Careers defined by thrilling Ryder Cup that goes down to the very last match

A Ryder Cup for the ages can make or break careers

NEWPORT, Wales – This was the sort of Ryder Cup that can define a career.
There’s Graeme McDowell, coming off his first major championship just four months earlier in the U.S. Open, feeling the sort of gut-wrenching pressure he’s never known before – not even at … Read more »».

MCD snubbed at Games opener, says Delhi mayor

NEW DELHI – The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) was cornered in the spectacular opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games, the city’s Mayor Prithvi Raj Sawhney said Tuesday.

“The Delhi government did not give due credit to the MCD. We were cornered in the opening ceremony. Nearly 15,000 municipal employees slogged to make the Games … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : MCD snubbed at Games opener, says Delhi mayor.

‘Pak CWG flag controversy’ resolved before ‘third party’ could exploit to defame Pak’

ISLAMABAD – In the wake of the ‘national flag carrying’ scuffle at the Commonwealth Games (CWG) opening ceremony in New Delhi, which ensued between a sports star and a top official from Pakistan, the country’s High Commissioner in India, Shahid Malik, promptly responded to the controversy and resolved it amicably overnight, before a ‘third party …. Source : Gaea News Network.

Spectator turnout for Delhi CWG will pick up soon: Organizing Committee

NEW DELHI – The Delhi Commonwealth Games organizers have dismissed talks that locals are boycotting the event, and insisted that the spectator turnout at venues will pick up soon.

Fewer than 100 spectators turned up to watch the Australia-Samoa netball match on Monday.

Even the appearance of Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna failed to draw much support, …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Spectator turnout for Delhi CWG will pick up soon: Organizing Committee.

Tough to stop ‘top shooting nation in world’ India, says wary OZ shotgun champ

NEW DELHI – Australian shotgun veteran Russell Mark has said that India would be a real force to be reckoned with during the ongoing Delhi Commonwealth Games.

India has topped the medal count in shooting events at the last two Commonwealth Games, and is expected to dominate the games in the Indian capital, where 32 gold …. Original source : Tough to stop ‘top shooting nation in world’ India, says wary OZ shotgun champ.

Ghana’s boxers miss Games, languish in jail

ACCRA – Just a day after the spectacular opening of the 19th Commonwealth Games in Delhi, officials in the west African country have confirmed that about 72 boxers – among whom are some of the best who would have represented the country at the Games – are languishing in jail for robbery and theft.

… Original article on : Ghana’s boxers miss Games, languish in jail.

CWG shooting: Anisa and Rahi clinch gold and silver

NEW DELHI – India’s Anisa Sayeed won gold and Rahi Sarnobat silver in the 25-metre women’s pistol event in the shooting competition of the Commonwealth Games here Wednesday.
[..] Read the original article: here.

CWG Hockey: England women outclass Canada

NEW DELHI – Down by a goal in the fourth minute, England showcased their collective character to beat Canada 4-1 and notch up their second win in the women’s hockey competition of the Commonwealth Games here Wednesday.

The hot and oppressive weather conditions are obviously impacting the quality of performance and it was no … Read this article on Gaea Times at : CWG Hockey: England women outclass Canada.

CWG: Narang shoots past Bindra to take the gold (Afternoon Lead)

NEW DELHI – Indian shooters struck gold early third day of the Commonwealth Games Wednesday as World No.3 Gagan Narang pipped compatriot and Beijing Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra in the 10-metre air rifle competition.

With the shooting gold and silver, India’s medal tally swelled to six gold, five silver and two bronze.
Narang, who …. Original source : CWG: Narang shoots past Bindra to take the gold (Afternoon Lead).

Commonwealth Games opener cheers northeast

GUWAHATI – Sports and music they say binds people together and this clichd phrase has come true with the opening ceremony of the New Delhi Commonwealth Games bringing much cheer to India’s northeast.

On Sunday, as the nation was glued to their television sets for the opening ceremony of the 19th Commonwealth Games, … Read more >>>.

Bonanza time for Kiwi growers in Himachal

SHIMLA – The Commonwealth Games in New Delhi have been a bonanza for kiwi growers in Himachal Pradesh as the exotic fruit is much sought after among the foreign guests.

“The demand has suddenly increased in Delhi. More and more orders have been placed with the kiwi growers in Himachal Pradesh,” Naresh Dogra of …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Bonanza time for Kiwi growers in Himachal.

Is the game all over for beleaguered PCB boss Butt?

LAHORE – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ijaz Butt is scheduled to return to his country today, amid rumours that the government has decided to sack him after a string of controversies surrounding the national team, the most recent being the spot-fixing scandal.

According to sources, there might be some announcements coming from the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Is the game all over for beleaguered PCB boss Butt?.

Narang defeats Bindra to win gold in 10 m air rifles (Singles)

NEW DELHI – In the mother of all shooting battles on the third day of the XIXth Commonwealth Games today, World Champion Gagan Narang beat Olympian gold winner Abhinav Bindra to win the gold in the 10 m air rifles (Singles).

Narang scored 703.6 points, while Bindra scored 698 points.

England’s James Huckle got the bronze medal … Read more >>>.

Ponting perturbed over his champion side choking in nail biting finishes

SYDNEY – Ricky Ponting has said he is concerned about his side, known for its mental toughness, choking in crunch situations after taking into account all the tight contests that the Australian team has lost recently.

“We’ve had a few tight ones, we’ve been in some situations in the last few series, some times we could … Read more : Ponting perturbed over his champion side choking in nail biting finishes.

Why Ponting overlooked main spinner Hauritz during the crunch period at Mohali

SYDNEY – Ricky Ponting says he sidelined off-spinner Nathan Hauritz during the nail biting final stages of the Mohali Test against India, and gave chances to part timers Marcus North and Shane Watson instead, in a bid to do something different in his quest for victory.

Australia’s main spinner Hauritz was placed on the third-man boundary … Read : Why Ponting overlooked main spinner Hauritz during the crunch period at Mohali.

Comm Games officials move into damage-control mode to counter claims of poor ticket sales

Comm Games brass in damage-control mode over tix

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games officials have again gone into damage-control mode to counter criticism of poor ticket sales, sagging international television ratings and a growing list of problems that throw into question the event’s relevance as a major international sporting event.
There had been concerns that the start …. Original source : Comm Games officials move into damage-control mode to counter claims of poor ticket sales.

CWG Hockey: England women beat Canada 4-1

NEW DELHI – England survived an initial scare to beat Canada 4-1 for their second win in Pool B of the women’s hockey competition in the Commonwealth Games here Wednesday.

Canada struck early from a penalty stroke by Diana Roemer. But England fought back to score through Kate Walsh, Alex Danson (2) and Crista Cullen …. Source article : CWG Hockey: England women beat Canada 4-1.

Australian wrestler to apologise for rude behaviour

MELBOURNE – Australian wrestler Hassene Fkiri, who was disqualified for obscene gestures and unsporting behaviour during his gold-medal bout against India’s Anil Kumar in the Commonwealth Games, will apologise to match officials, a media report said Wednesday.

The Australian Commonwealth Games Association held crisis meetings after Fkiri’s unsporting behaviour during the gold medal bout …. Source article : Australian wrestler to apologise for rude behaviour.

Sania Mirza enters CWG tennis quarter finals

NEW DELHI – India’s ace tennis star Sania Mirza entered the women’s singles quarter finals of the of the XIXth Commonwealth Games today with a comfortable 6-0, 6-2 win over Brittany Teei from the Cook Islands.

Earlier today, Indian tennis star Somdev Devvarman entered the men’s singles quarterfinals with a thumping 6-0 6-1 win over unseeded …. Read the original article : Sania Mirza enters CWG tennis quarter finals.

Tiger Woods’ ex-wife goes hunting for new $5m pad in Florida

LONDON – Tiger Woods’ ex-wife Elin Nordegren, who is rumoured to have 60-million-dollar divorce settlement under her belt, has toured a two-story penthouse apartment in Florida worth around 5 million dollar.

Accompanied by an estate agent and her 20-month-old son Charlie, Nordegren spent 20 minutes looking round the beach front apartment in the exclusive enclave … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Tiger Woods’ ex-wife goes hunting for new $5m pad in Florida.

CWG Shooting: Narang edges past Bindra to take the gold

NEW DELHI – World No.3 Gagan Narang edged out Beijing Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra to win the gold in the 10-metre air rifle shooting competition of the Commonwealth Games here Wednesday.

Narang, who equalled his own world record in the qualification round with a perfect score of 600, shot 703.6 in the finals, leaving Bindra … Read : CWG Shooting: Narang edges past Bindra to take the gold.

Failed to stop ‘thorn in the side’ Laxman despite ‘analyzing him inside out’: Ponting

SYDNEY – Ricky Ponting’s dreams of wining a Test on Indian soil as skipper was again in tatters, with the Australian skipper admitting that VVS Laxman and Sachin Tendulkar have done the most damage to the Kangaroos over the years.

Very Very Special Laxman has become a frightening sight for the Australian cricket team, despite them …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Failed to stop ‘thorn in the side’ Laxman despite ‘analyzing him inside out’: Ponting.

Haryana gives Rs.15 lakh each to three gold medal wining wrestlers

CHANDIGARH – Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has announced a reward of Rs 15 lakh to each of the three state wrestlers for winning the first three golds at the XIXth Commonwealth Games on Tuesday.

Expressing pleasure over the player’s achievement, Hooda said it was a great beginning and many more players would bring laurels … Original article on : Haryana gives Rs.15 lakh each to three gold medal wining wrestlers.

CWG: Bindra, Narang to lock horns in 10 m air rifles, 28 gold medals at stake

NEW DELHI – India will look to strengthen its position in the medals tally on the second day of the Commonwealth Games as 28 gold medals are up for grabs today with the most interesting battle between Olympian gold winner Abhinav Bindra and World Champion Gagan Narang, who will be gunning for gold in the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : CWG: Bindra, Narang to lock horns in 10 m air rifles, 28 gold medals at stake.

India’s Somdev enters CWG tennis quarterfinals

NEW DELHI – Indian tennis star Somdev Devvarman entered the men’s singles quarterfinals with a thumping 6-0 6-1 win over unseeded Sri Lankan Amresh Jayawickreme in the second round of the tennis competition of the XIXth Commonwealth Games today.

Somdev easily defeated the Lankan. The latter hardly posed a challenge to Somdev.

He was up 40-0 in …. Original article on Gaea Times at : India’s Somdev enters CWG tennis quarterfinals.

CWG medal winners to get travel complimentary passes

NEW DELHI – Minister of State for Tourism, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Kumari Selja, has announced that Commonwealth Games medal winners for India will be given complimentary free travel passes for luxury trains that visit tourist attractions across the country.

Kumari Selja said the winners would also be felicitated at a special function in Delhi … Read more : CWG medal winners to get travel complimentary passes.

McLaren’s Lewis Hamilton vows to maintain aggressive style at Formula One’s Japanese GP

Hamilton vows to stay aggressive at F1 Japanese GP

SUZUKA, Japan – Lewis Hamilton says he will not temper his aggressive style at this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix despite crashing out of the past two Formula One races while attempting ambitious passing moves.
Successive non-finishes have seen the McLaren driver drop from first to third in the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : McLaren’s Lewis Hamilton vows to maintain aggressive style at Formula One’s Japanese GP.

North Korean gymnasts banned, will miss world championships for teammate using false age

NKorean gymnasts banned for teammate’s false age

LAUSANNE, Switzerland – North Korea’s gymnasts have been suspended from the world championships starting next week because one team member’s age had been falsified.
The International Gymnastics Federation said North Korea’s federation and gymnast Hong Su Jong were provisionally suspended for 30 days, ruling them out of the worlds, being …. Original article : North Korean gymnasts banned, will miss world championships for teammate using false age.

Mark Teixeira Pulls Of Win

Minneapolis (GaeaTimes.com)- Mark Teixeira proved yet again that he has the true New York Yankee spirit as he pulled off a homer at a crucial moment in the game against Minnesota Twins. The highly anticipated Game 1 of the best-of-5 match up between the two sides produced a roller coaster ride for the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Mark Teixeira Pulls Of Win.

Over 50 England, Australian swimmers sick in Delhi

MELBOURNE/LONDON – More than 50 swimmers from England and Australia have taken ill at the Commonwealth Games, with at least two of the Australian swimmers pulling out of their events.

Team England has officially sought an assurance over the safety of the swimming pool, The Telegraph reported.
Silver medallist Michael Rock Thursday morning put … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Over 50 England, Australian swimmers sick in Delhi.

CWG tennis: Somdev Devvarman in singles semifinal

NEW DELH – Top seeded Somdev Devvarman beat sixth seed Rubin Statham of New Zealand 6-3, 6-4 to advance to the men’s singles semifinal of the tennis event at the Commonwealth Games here Thursday.
… Read more >>>.

Vikings bring Randy Moss back to Minnesota in trade with Pats, hoping to revive passing game

He’s back: Vikings get Moss from Patriots in trade

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Randy Moss is returning to Minnesota, finally united with Brett Favre in the place where his exceptional ability to catch the football first flourished.
Reviving memories of Moss’s electrifying performances, colorful comments and contrarian behavior, the Super-Bowl-or-bust Vikings made another eye-opening acquisiton – just …. Original source : Vikings bring Randy Moss back to Minnesota in trade with Pats, hoping to revive passing game.

Cliff Lee outpitches David Price with 7 strong innings as Rangers beat Rays 5-1 in Game 1

Lee outduels Price as Rangers beat Rays in Game 1

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Cliff Lee savored another playoff victory, saying winning is the only way to really evaluate how he performs.
“That’s the bottom line, regardless how that happens,” the Texas Rangers ace said after beating the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 Wednesday in the opening game … Original article on : Cliff Lee outpitches David Price with 7 strong innings as Rangers beat Rays 5-1 in Game 1.

Roy Halladay joins Don Larsen as only pitchers with postseason no-hitter as Phils top Reds 4-0

Larsen has some company after Halladay’s no-hitter

PHILADELPHIA – Roy Halladay finished his warmup tosses and stood on the mound, waiting for a commercial to finish so he could resume working on his masterpiece.
Nothing could deter Halladay in his postseason debut. Not the long television breaks. Not the rain in the early innings. Not the best-hitting …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Roy Halladay joins Don Larsen as only pitchers with postseason no-hitter as Phils top Reds 4-0.

CWG women’s hockey: Scotland beat Trinidad and Tobago

NEW DELHI -Scotland helped themselves to a 6-1 win against Trinidad and Tobago to notch their first win in three matches of the womens hockey competition at the Commonwealth Games here Thursday.

After restricting the Scots to just two goals in the first-half, Trinidad and Tobago defence crumbled on resumption to let in four more … Original source on Gaea Times at : CWG women’s hockey: Scotland beat Trinidad and Tobago.

Tiger Woods “Cigar Guy” becomes runaway web hit

LONDON – A golf fan, nicknamed “Cigar Guy”, has become an Internet sensation after he was spotted in a photograph taken of professional golfer Tiger Woods misjudging a shot at the Ryder Cup.

The man was pictured wearing a ginger-coloured wig, fake moustache and chomping on a large Havana, in tribute to iconic Spanish golfer Miguel … Original source on Gaea Times at : Tiger Woods “Cigar Guy” becomes runaway web hit.

Laxman took three injections plus tablets at each break to make Aussies suffer

SYDNEY – VVS Laxman, who had a bad back during the Mohali Test, required three painkilling injections plus tablets at each break in the game to score his priceless 73 to snatch victory from jaws of defeat and make the Australians suffer once again.

Talking about his record …. Original source : Laxman took three injections plus tablets at each break to make Aussies suffer.

Posh thinks hubby Becks is so ‘godd* perfect’**

MELBOURNE – When Victoria Beckham was asked about her husband David’s famously high-pitched voice, the former Spice Girl made it clear that it was hard to find fault with perfection.

“I don’t really notice that he’s got a high-pitched voice. I just think he’s … Original article on : Posh thinks hubby Becks is so ‘godd*** perfect’.

Now, athletes resorting to 3-D imaging to boost performance

WASHINGTON – With technological advances breaking new grounds everyday, athletes are increasingly cashing on it to improve their game-some professional sports teams using motion capture technology to track how athletes perform, and how they could perform better.

The teams say that they are adopting 3 …. Source article : Now, athletes resorting to 3-D imaging to boost performance.

CWG badminton: India blank Canada for semi-final spot

NEW DELHI – India blanked Canada 3-0 to move into the semi-final of the badminton mixed doubles event at the Commonwealth Games here Thursday.

Results:
Mixed doubles: Jwala Gutta and V.Diju defeated Grace Gao and NG Toby 21-8, 21-12.
Men’s singles: Chetan Anand beat David Snider 21-18, 21-17.
Women’s singles: Saina Nehwal overcame Anna … Read more >>.

CWG: Indian men shoot gold, women archers bronze (Afternoon lead)

NEW DELHI – Shooters Vijay Kumar and Gurpreet Singh bagged the first gold of the day and women won the first ever archery medal at the Commonwealth Games Thursday, taking India’s gold tally to 12 and overall medal kitty to 25.

India also moved into the semi-final of the badminton mixed team event, blanking Canada …. Original source : CWG: Indian men shoot gold, women archers bronze (Afternoon lead).

CWG archery: First-ever medal for India

NEW DELHI – India won its first-ever archery medal in the Commonwealth Games Thursday as the trio of Gagandeep Kaur, Jhano Hansdah and Bheigyabati Chanu bagged an unexpected bronze in the women’s compound team event.

The hosts defeated Malaysia 223-219 in the bronze play-off at the Yamuna Sports complex here. Archery has made a return … Read this article on Gaea Times at : CWG archery: First-ever medal for India.

Jim Thome is the New Minnesota’s modern-day Paul Bunyan

MINNEAPOLIS — Jim Thome, who had his 589 career homers is still uncertain whether he will pave his way into the Hall of Fame. When such a word like this was out Thome had his eyes shut and his facial expressions were odd enough to show a proportion of anxiety and misery.
I know it … Read more »».

Dozen Australian swimmers take ill at Commonwealth Games

MELBOURNE – Over a dozen Australian swimmers have fallen sick, and two of them have pulled out of their events Thursday. An official said the illness “seems quite isolated to the swim team at the moment”.

Three Australians, including Andrew Lauterstein and Hayden Stoeckel who pulled out Thursday, are suffering from gastroenteritis. At least 10 … Read more : Dozen Australian swimmers take ill at Commonwealth Games.

CWG: Medals tally at noon

NEW DELHI – The medals tally in the Commonwealth Games till 12 noon on the fourth day of the competitions Thursday.

Gold Silver Bronze Total
Australia 22 …. Read the original article : CWG: Medals tally at noon.

Ugandan officials fine after mishap, back at work

NEW DELHI – The three Ugandan officials who were injured in an accident at the Commonwealth Games Village are fine and back at work, Delhi Police said Thursday.

Delhi Police spokesperson Rajan Bhagat told IANS the incident took place Tuesday night when a tyre killer malfunctioned at the Games Village.
“The officials’ car was damaged …. Original article : Ugandan officials fine after mishap, back at work.

‘You can’t survive only as an athlete in Australia’

NEW DELHI – If you thought only athletes in India find it hard to make a living out of sports and are forced to pick up a job later on in their career, here is a reality check. The situation also prevails in a leading sporting country like Australia.

Athletes who represent Australia in … Read more : ‘You can’t survive only as an athlete in Australia’.

CWG shooting: Vijay wins gold, Gurpreet bronze

NEW DELHI – Indian shooters Vijay Kumar won gold and Gurpreet Singh bronze in 25m rapid fire pistol event at the Commonwealth Games here Friday.
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Indian archers win their first Commonwealth Games gold

NEW DELHI – India’s women archers struck gold in recurve team event of the Commonwealth Games Friday and attributed their success to the rigorous eight-hour daily training for the last one and a half years.

This was also the country’s first Commonwealth Games gold from the sport, which made its return to the Games …. Original article : Indian archers win their first Commonwealth Games gold.

Deadspin Reveals Brett Favre Jenn Sterger Scandal

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) – New York Jets Number 4 player Brett Favre is on the limelight now, not because of his career in sports but he has been allegedly caught in Deadspin of sending sexy messages and photos of his penis to Jenn Sterger.
Jenn Sterger, a sideline reporter has been linked with Brett Favre before … Original article on : Deadspin Reveals Brett Favre Jenn Sterger Scandal.

Vikings quarterback Brett Favre has 1 regret about Jets stint _ it didn’t end better

Favre’s 1 regret about Jets? It didn’t end better

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. – Brett Favre easily could be bitter about his one season as a New York Jet.
The team fell apart down the stretch after an 8-3 start. The seemingly indestructible Favre tore the biceps in his right arm, an injury that forced the second of … Read : Vikings quarterback Brett Favre has 1 regret about Jets stint _ it didn’t end better.

MVP present vs. MVP future? LeBron James, Kevin Durant to meet in preseason matchup

LeBron, Durant to renew acquaintances in preseason

MIAMI – A poll of NBA general managers released this week suggested that Kevin Durant is the overwhelming favorite to win the league’s MVP award this season.
LeBron James – the two-time reigning MVP – knows why.
Albeit from afar, James has followed Durant’s game closely for years. James will have …. Original source : MVP present vs. MVP future? LeBron James, Kevin Durant to meet in preseason matchup.

Pettitte works 7 strong innings, Berkman homers as Yankees beat Twins 5-2 for 2-0 ALDS lead

Vintage Pettitte leads Yanks to 2-0 lead on Twins

MINNEAPOLIS – Andy Pettitte missed two months with a groin injury this summer and was still trying to find his strength and his form in late September.
Lance Berkman hit only one homer for the New York Yankees after coming over in a deadline-day trade during the worst … Read : Pettitte works 7 strong innings, Berkman homers as Yankees beat Twins 5-2 for 2-0 ALDS lead.

Wilson gives up 2 hits in 6 2-3, Rangers top Rays 6-0 to close in on first playoff series win

Rangers on the brink of first playoff series win

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Following Cliff Lee in the postseason is a tough act, yet C.J. Wilson made it look easy.
Now, the Texas Rangers are up 2-0 in their AL division series against the Tampa Bay Rays, with a chance to make franchise history when the best-of-five …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Wilson gives up 2 hits in 6 2-3, Rangers top Rays 6-0 to close in on first playoff series win.

CWG: Shooters Gagan Narang, Imran Khan win 16th gold for India

NEW DELHI – Shooters Gagan Narang and Imram Hasan Khan bagged yet another gold medal at the XIX Commonwealth Games for India at a shooting range event on Friday.

Narang and Khan won the gold in the 50 m rifle 3 position pair event, thus, raising India’s gold medal tally … Read more : CWG: Shooters Gagan Narang, Imran Khan win 16th gold for India.

Cricket Australia refused Hussey’s request to skip T20 CL for India Test series

BANGALORE – Australian batsman Mike Hussey has revealed that he had requested Cricket Australia (CA) to excuse him from the Twenty20 Champions League in order to prepare for the Test series against India, but his request was refused, and he was ordered to …. Source : Cricket Australia refused Hussey’s request to skip T20 CL for India Test series.

CWG hockey: New Zealand women through to semis

NEW DELHI – New Zealand made the most of the easy offerings from England for a 4-1 win that put them in the semi-finals of the women’s hockey competition at the 19th Commonwealth Games here Friday.

With three wins in as many matches, the Kiwis moved to nine points to confirm their semi-final spot from …. Source : Gaea News Network.

CWG hockey: South Africa-Australia draw throws open semis

NEW DELHI – Australia and South Africa played out a disappointing 1-1 draw to throw open the race for semi-final berths from Pool A wide open in the womens hockey competition of the 19th Commonwealth Games here Friday.

The deadlock put both teams at par with seven points each, and both needing one more from … Read this article on Gaea Times at : CWG hockey: South Africa-Australia draw throws open semis.

CWG women’s hockey: South Africa draw with Australia

NEW DELHI – South Africa fought back to draw 1-1 with Australia in a Pool A womens hockey league match at the Commonwealth Games here Friday.

The Aussies went ahead through their consistent scorer Emily Hurtz in the first-half, while South Africa equalised on resumption through Sulette Damons.
The teams kept their unbeaten record intact …. Source article : CWG women’s hockey: South Africa draw with Australia.

England protest against Pearson’s Delhi CWG win may be ‘payback’: Oz official

MELBOURNE – Australian track and field athlete Sally Pearson’s Delhi Commonwealth Games’ 100metre disqualification may be a payback for Australia’s protest against England in the 2006 Games in Melbourne, an Australian official has said.

In the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games, the Australian team was awarded the gold medal in the women’s 4×400metre relay after the disqualification …. Read the original article : here.

Oz sprinter Pearson heartbroken after Delhi CWG 100metre gold medal disqualification

NEW DELHI – Australian track and field athlete Sally Pearson, who was stripped of her 100metre gold medal for a false start at the Delhi Commonwealth Games, has been left heartbroken after her disqualification.

Pearson was stripped of her gold medal after England protested that she had a false start in a controversial 100metre race at …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Oz sprinter Pearson heartbroken after Delhi CWG 100metre gold medal disqualification.

CWG medal winners being gifted angavastrams instead of flowers

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games medal winners are being gifted with an ‘angavastram’ instead of the traditional bouquet of flowers. The angavastram, complete with the CWG colours, woven logo and a miniature ‘Shera’-has been crafted from Chanderi fabric.

The CWG Organising Committee has ordered 1,375 stoles for athletes and another 10,000 as merchandise on the …. Source : Gaea News Network.

CWG: Women archers win 15th gold for India

NEW DELHI – India won their 15th gold medal at the XIX Commonwealth Games on Friday when the women’s archery team beat England in the final of the Recurve Team event.

The team comprising of Dola Banerjee, Dipika Kumri and Bombayala Devi won by a point to give India its 15th gold. (ANI)
… Original source on Gaea Times at : CWG: Women archers win 15th gold for India.

Commonwealth Games is a “coming of age ceremony” for India: Expert

NEW YORK – The XIXth Commonwealth Games being held in New Delhi from October 3 to 14 should be seen as a “coming of age ceremony” for India, a participant at the Seventh Annual India Investment Forum being held here has said.

Harvey Shapiro, a senior adviser to Institutional Investor, said the Games could be a …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Commonwealth Games is a “coming of age ceremony” for India: Expert.

Delight in the game makes Tendulkar ‘the elite’ among elites: Roebuck

SYDNEY – Noted cricket columnist Peter Roebuck has said that Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar’s delight in the game of cricket has kept him among the elite.

In a syndicated column for the Sydney Morning Herald, Roebuck wrote: “Throughout 20 years of intense pressure and unrelenting exposure, he has retained his delight. Through it all he … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Delight in the game makes Tendulkar ‘the elite’ among elites: Roebuck.

Indian shooters Narang and Hassan Khan win gold

NEW DELHI – Indian shooters Gagan Narang and Imran Hassan Khan won the gold in men’s 50 metre rifle 3 positions at the Commonwealth Games here Friday.

The indian pair set up a news Games record.
India’s gold haul from the Games has now swelled to 16.
…. Original article on Gaea Times at : Indian shooters Narang and Hassan Khan win gold.

CWG Medals Tally

NEW DELHI – Medals tally at the Commonwealth Games Saturday. Australia continued to be atop the leaderboard while England overtook India to claim the second position.

Rank Nation Gold Silver Bronze Total
1 Australia 48 26 27 101
2 England 21 37 20 78
3 India …. Original article on Gaea Times at : CWG Medals Tally.

No sympathy for Oz sprinter Pearson’s Delhi CWG 100metre gold medal disqualification

NEW DELHI – Australian track and field athlete Sally Pearson’s rivals have offered little by way of sympathy over her disqualification in Thursday’s Delhi Commonwealth Games 100metre race.

Pearson had crossed the line first ahead of Nigeria’s Osayemi Oludamola (11.32) and Natasha Mayers of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (11.37), with England’s Katherine …. Source article : No sympathy for Oz sprinter Pearson’s Delhi CWG 100metre gold medal disqualification.

Lee rates his longevity as his greatest triumph

SYDNEY – Injury-prone Australian fast bowler Brett Lee, who is playing in a Sydney first-grade match against Bankstown today, has said that he rated his longevity in cricket as his greatest feat.

He has played 76 Tests and 186 one-dayers for Australia.

Lee, 33, has suffered a series of injuries over the past 18 months …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Lee rates his longevity as his greatest triumph.

Australian cricketers want more leniency to get out of T20 duty to prepare for Tests

SYDNEY – Australian cricketers want more leniency to get out of their Twenty20 contracts in order to prepare properly for Test matches.

Cricket Australia blocked Mike Hussey and Doug Bollinger from leaving Chennai Super Kings, despite their right to call players back for international duty even though they are contracted to the T20 franchise.

That left Hussey …. Source : Gaea News Network.

CWG hockey: Australian men beat Pakistan, reach semi-finals

NEW DELHI – Australia did just enough to ensure themselves a spot in the semi-finals of the men’s hockey competition at the Commonwealth Games by defeating Pakistan 1-0 for their third win, here Saturday.

With nine points in the kitty, the Aussies qualified from Pool A with a game against Malaysia in hand while Pakistan … Original article on : CWG hockey: Australian men beat Pakistan, reach semi-finals.

India summons Australian envoy, conveys concern over bias

NEW DELHI – India Saturday summoned Australian High Commissioner Peter Varghese over a racist email in Victoria state and handed over a demarche expressing serious concern over entrenched bias among a section of its police officers.

Varghese was summoned at the external affairs ministry over reports that police officers in Victoria had been caught [..] Read the original article: here.

Australia 95 for no loss at lunch in second Test

BANGALORE – Shane Watson and Simon Katich gave Australia a sound start as the visitors reached 95 for no loss at lunch on day one of the second cricket Test against India here Saturday.

Electing to bat under cloudy and windy conditions at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, the Aussie pair of right-hander Shane Watson (54 … Read more >>>.

Rooney woos wife with romantic joint massage during ‘2nd honeymoon’

LONDON – Love-rat Wayne Rooney and wife Colleen apparently enjoyed romantic joint massage during a “second honeymoon” stay in Prague, the Czech Republic.

The Man United striker, 24, who cheated on his wife with prostitutes, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Rooney woos wife with romantic joint massage during ‘2nd honeymoon’.

Luck was not with me: Chanu

NEW DELHI – Weightlifter Soniya Chanu, who won India’s first medal in the 2010 Commonwealth Games by picking up the silver in the women’s 48kg category, feels luck and god were not with her due to which she missed the coveted gold.

“God was not with me or luck has not supported me today. I … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Luck was not with me: Chanu.

Hamilton crashes out of practice session for Japanese Grand Prix

LONDON – British Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton has admitted that he has made life tough for himself after crashing his McLaren during the practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix on Saturday.

Hamilton lost over two hours of development time, and only made it out for the final 10 minutes of the second practice …. Original source : Hamilton crashes out of practice session for Japanese Grand Prix.

Man U defender Brown’s future hanging by a thread following Ferguson bust-up

LONDON – Manchester United defender Wes Brown’s future at Old Trafford is reportedly hanging by a thread over his pre-season bust-up with manager Alex Ferguson.

Brown reportedly had an argument with Ferguson over a night out organized by United’s players during their pre-season tour of America.

Since then, the 30-year-old has not started a Premier League game, [..] Read the original article: here.

Harpreet Singh, Vijay Kumar win gold in 25m Centre fire Pistol Pairs

NEW DELHI – Ace shooters Harpreet Singh and Vijay Kumar bagged the 21st gold medal for India on the sixth day of the XIXth Commonwealth Games here today in 25m Centre fire Pistol Pairs.

The duo scored 1159 in the final to clinch gold.

Vijay Kumar had earlier on Friday won gold in 25m Rapid Fire Pistol … Read more >>>.

M S Gill slams media for portraying CWG negatively

AMRITSAR – Sports Minister M S Gill has criticized the media for portraying the XIXth Commonwealth Games negatively.

“People from all over the world who have come here to participate in the Games agree that India is doing good, as we have got medals in weightlifting, wrestling, as well as cycling,” said Gill.

“You can see yourself … Read more >>>.

Generational change not far away if Oz batsmen fail to deliver: Roebuck

SYDNEY – Australian selectors may be forced to change the entire batting order with only Shane Watson and Michael Clarke holding their place in next twelve months, if they fail to stop defeats, according to noted cricket columnist Peter Roebuck.

He said the Australian batting line up needs to score runs in the interim or the …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Generational change not far away if Oz batsmen fail to deliver: Roebuck.

Ondrej Pavelec Collapses On Ice

ATLANTA (GaeaTimes.com)- Although the Atlanta Thrashers were able to emerge triumphant against Washington Capitals during the National Hockey League season opener, the game did not turn out to be entirely pleasant for the winning team after Thrashers goalie Ondrej Pavelec collapsed just few minutes after the game commenced on Friday night. When the game …. Original article : Ondrej Pavelec Collapses On Ice.

CWG athletics: Harminder wins surprise bronze in 20-km Walk

NEW DELHI – India’s Harminder Singh won a surprise bronze in the men’s 20-km walk at the Commonwealth Games here Saturday.

The 26-year-old Harminder clocked a personal best of 1:23:27. Australian Jared Tallent clinched the gold medal with a new Games record of 1:22:18. Another Australian Luke Adams clinched silver, clocking 1:22:31.
Tallent, a dual …. Original article : CWG athletics: Harminder wins surprise bronze in 20-km Walk.

Hauritz hits back at critics, vows to deliver

SYDNEY – Spinner Nathan Hauritz, who struggled in the first Test at Mohali and was overlooked by skipper Ricky Ponting, has vowed to hit back at his critics.

Ponting had said that he sidelined Hauritz during the nail biting final stages of the Mohali Test against India, and gave chances to part timers Marcus North …. Source : Hauritz hits back at critics, vows to deliver.

Ponting wants Hauritz to bowl like Harbhajan

SYDNEY – Australia’s skipper Ricky Ponting wants his ace off spinner Nathan Hauritz to bowl more like Indian rival Harbhajan Singh.

Ponting had sidelined Hauritz during the nail biting final stages of the Mohali Test against India, and gave chances to part timers Marcus North and Shane Watson instead, in a bid to do something different … Original article on : Ponting wants Hauritz to bowl like Harbhajan.

Premier League approves Liverpool 300 million pound-takeover bid

LONDON – The English Premier League has approved the 300 million pound takeover of Liverpool by US-based New England Sports Ventures (NESV).

The Premier League however made it clear that NESV still needs to prove that it has the funds available.

“The Premier League is satisfied, with the information provided, that the individuals NESV intend to put …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Premier League approves Liverpool 300 million pound-takeover bid.

Man U registers record loss of 83.6 million pounds

LONDON – Figures released by Manchester United have revealed that the club has registered a loss of 83.6 million pounds in the year to July.

The tumble was down to costs related to managing the club’s mammoth debts.

According to the Sun, interest payments on debts run up by United’s American owners, the Glazer family, totaled 40 … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Man U registers record loss of 83.6 million pounds.

BCCI terminates IPL agreements of Rajasthan Royals, Kings XI Punjab

MUMBAI – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Sunday terminated the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise agreements of Rajasthan Royals and Kings XI Punjab over ‘breaches committed by the franchisees’.

The decision was taken in an IPL Governing Council meeting held in Mumbai.

It …. Read the original article : BCCI terminates IPL agreements of Rajasthan Royals, Kings XI Punjab.

Tiger Woods will never get back his ‘aura of invincibility’, says Oz golfer Thomson

LONDON – Australian golf legend Peter Thomson has said that Tiger Woods, the 14-time major champion, will never regain his aura of invincibility.

Woods failed to win a tournament in a calendar year for the first time in his 14-season professional career in 2010 and retains only …. Read the original article : Tiger Woods will never get back his ‘aura of invincibility’, says Oz golfer Thomson.

Kiwi golden girl almost pulled out of CWG

WELLINGTON – Kiwi golden girl Alison Shanks has revealed she almost pulled out of the Commonwealth Games in Delhi due to fears over her safety.

Shanks, who claimed New Zealand’s first gold of the Games on Friday after edging rival Wendy Houvenaghel of Northern Ireland in … Read more >>.

Key Delhi roads shut for cycling event, no traffic jams

NEW DELHI – Major arterial roads in central Delhi were out of bounds to the public Sunday due to the Commonwealth Games cycling events being held there. While there were no traffic jams, many people were caught unawares and had to take longer alternative routes.

Apart from key roads, the Patel Chowk and Central Secretariat … Read more >>.

CWG archery: Deepika wins gold, Dola bronze

NEW DELHI – Young archery sensation Deepika Kumari won a gold while veteran Dola Banerjee ended up with a bronze in the women’s recurve individual event of the Commonwealth Games here Sunday.

Sixteen-year-old Deepika, who has been rated highly, became India’s first individual gold winner from archery in the Games. She beat Athens Olympics bronze …. Original source : CWG archery: Deepika wins gold, Dola bronze.

Red Bull’s Vettel wins Japanese Grand Prix

SUZUKA – Red Bull’s Sebastian Vettel has put himself right back in this season’s Formula One title challenge by comfortably winning today’ Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.

Vettel led from pole and took the chequered flag just 0.9 seconds ahead of his teammate Mark Webber, with Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso third, the … Original article on : Red Bull’s Vettel wins Japanese Grand Prix.

‘Love-rat’ Rooney and wife to have their marriage blessed

LONDON – ‘Love-rat’ Wayne Rooney and wife Coleen will hold a ceremony to have their marriage blessed in a bid to “wipe away” his cheating past.

The troubled striker, whose alleged romps with hooker Jenny Thompson nearly ended their relationship, wants their marriage to be “born …. Original article : ‘Love-rat’ Rooney and wife to have their marriage blessed.

Second hooker who ‘bedded’ Rooney was caged for hoarding firearms

LONDON – The second hooker who allegedly slept with Wayne Rooney was arrested after police found gun parts in a package addressed in her name.

Single mum Helen Wood, 23, is accused of helping her villain boyfriend Louis Larsson smuggle semi-automatic pistol parts from … Read : Second hooker who ‘bedded’ Rooney was caged for hoarding firearms.

Delhi CWG earns bragging rights for Haroon Khan against Brit boxing selectors

LONDON – Pakistani boxer Haroon Khan has earned bragging rights against British boxing selectors after guaranteeing himself a medal at the Delhi Commonwealth Games.

Haroon, who is the younger brother of Brit boxing ace Amir Khan, was forced … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Delhi CWG earns bragging rights for Haroon Khan against Brit boxing selectors.

Becks ‘warned he would regret 16m pounds libel action against hooker’

LONDON – A lawyer for David Beckham’s alleged hooker has warned the footballer that he would regret launching a 16-million-pound libel action against Irma Nici.

The vice girl’s lawyer Paul Jensen said Irma would be making further sensational sex claims “within the next three … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Becks ‘warned he would regret 16m pounds libel action against hooker’.

Rivalry with Australia will be fierce: Collingwood

LONDON – England batsman Paul Collingwood has said that the competition in Australia will be absolutely fierce, and added that he is looking forward to having that kind of rivalry, knowing what the Ashes means.

He Collingwood is looking forward to the Ashes, and believes that recent experiences may count in England’s … Read more : Rivalry with Australia will be fierce: Collingwood.

CWG wrestling: Sushil, Anuj, Joginder enter finals

NEW DELHI – Led by Beijing Olympic bronze medallist Sushil Kumar, three Indian wrestlers stormed into the finals of the men’s freestyle category here Sunday.

They will now fight their final bouts at K.D. Jadhav wrestling stadium at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex here Sunday evening.
Sushil, who had made history by winning a gold … Read : CWG wrestling: Sushil, Anuj, Joginder enter finals.

Tony Gwynn Has Cancer

SAN DIEGO (GaeaTimes.com)- Major League Baseball’s all-time top hitter, Tony Gwynn has told a reputed media source in one of his interviews that he has been diagnosed with cancer in his salivary gland. The cancer is reportedly found in his parotid gland after the Hall of Famer had his third surgery to remove … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Tony Gwynn Has Cancer.

Shane Hmiel Hospitalized

TERRE HAUTE (GaeaTimes.com)- USAC Driver Shane Hmiel has sustained some serious head injuries due to crash in a qualifying race at the Terre Haute Action track. The racer had to be airlifted to the hospital after the crash and is presently admitted to the ICU of Indianapolis Methodist Hospital. The USAC officials have … Original source on Gaea Times at : Shane Hmiel Hospitalized.

IPL terminates contract of Rajasthan Royals, Kings XI Punjab

MUMBAI – The Indian Premier League (IPL) governing council (GC) Sunday terminated the contract of two teams — Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals — for breeches committed by them.

“The GC of the IPL met today (Sunday) to discuss and decide on the breaches committed by three of the franchisees, K.P.H. Dream Cricket Pvt. …. Read the original article : IPL terminates contract of Rajasthan Royals, Kings XI Punjab.

CWG: Women archers dazzle, shooters continue to excel (Afternoon lead)

NEW DELHI – Harpreet Singh gave India another gold in shooting while archer Deepika Kumari produced the day’s first gold in the Commonwealth Games here Sunday.

Deepika Kumari won the individual recurve archery gold. But India’s most experienced archer Dola Banerjee could only bag a bronze.
Harpreet’s gold came from the 25 metre centre … Read more »»».

K.J.Noons Lost Yesterday’s Game To Nick Diaz

SAN JOSE, (GaeaTimes.com)- It was not K.J.Noons‘ day yesterday as he lost the game to his biggest enemy Nick Diaz, in the Strikeforce event at HP Pavillion. The two players have not been in good terms since 2007, as K.J.Noons defeated Nick Diaz in his own game. It was a big disappointment for all K.J.Noons’ … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : K.J.Noons Lost Yesterday’s Game To Nick Diaz.

Rick Ellis, chief executive of TVNZ television company, accepted the resignation, the broadcaster said on its website.
Henry had also made on-air racial slur against Indian-origin Governor-General Sir …. Original source : New Zealand TV anchor quits over Dikshit row.