BCCI denies getting report on Raina

NEW DELHI/LONDON – The Indian cricket board Sunday rubbished a media report that it was told by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) that Suresh Raina was with a woman allegedly linked to an illegal bookmaker during the Sri Lanka tour.

The Sunday Times reported that the Sri Lankans submitted a report to the Board of Control … Read : BCCI denies getting report on Raina.

Al-Qaeda’s ‘9/11 part two’ threat to London’s Wembley Stadium

LONDON – The Al-Qaeda has reportedly targeted London’s Wembley Stadium in a plot being referred to as ‘9/11 part two’.

According to the Daily Express, overseen by senior Al-Qaeda leader Asim Jeddawi, the plot also includes targets in Washington, Berlin and Paris.

The plot was uncovered when intelligence agencies discovered a secret online discussion by Al Qaeda …. Source  : Al-Qaeda’s ‘9/11 part two’ threat to London’s Wembley Stadium.

Oz selectors can also chose tried and tested performers for the Ashes

SYDNEY – As the Australian side licks its wounds following the 2-0 Test loss to India, talk in Australia has focused on the future look of the team, with a groundswell urging for the selection of young New South Wales gun Usman Khawaja.

However, according to the Sydney Morning Herald, there has been a distinct …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Oz selectors can also chose tried and tested performers for the Ashes.

Ronaldo ‘dodging debt collectors trying to enforce parking fine’

LONDON – Former Manchester United Cristiano Ronaldo, who is worth 80 million pounds, is dodging debt collectors who are trying to enforce a parking fine.

The 25-year-old was hit with a 70 pounds ticket after parking on double yellow lines in Manchester city centre while playing for the Red Devils.

The fine, which was slapped on Ronaldo …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Ronaldo ‘dodging debt collectors trying to enforce parking fine’.

Right spearheads vital for beating Poms in Ashes, says Brett Lee

SYDNEY – Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee has said that having the right fast bowlers to lead the Australian attack will be crucial to the home team’s chances of regaining the Ashes from England.

“It’s a pretty special feeling to have the job of leading the attack for your country,” Lee said of current spearhead … Read more »»».

Third India-Australia ODI in Goa abandoned due to soggy field

FATORDA – India has won the one-day series against Australia one-nil after the third one-day international against the visitors was abandoned on Sunday due to wet ground conditions without a ball being bowled.

The umpires for the game – Billy Bowden and Amish Saheba – decided to call off the game to be played at …. Original source  : Third India-Australia ODI in Goa abandoned due to soggy field.

Only the sky’s the limit for Nepal’s cured leprosy patients

KATHMANDU – Five gritty former leprosy patients, who battled physical disability, social stigma and ostracisation, Sunday began a dogged battle to show that nothing was beyond their invincible spirit, embarking on a climbing expedition that will lead to an assault on Mt Everest, the highest peak in the world.

Three men, some of whom lost …. Original article  : Only the sky’s the limit for Nepal’s cured leprosy patients.

India-Australia final ODI abandoned

MARGAO – The third and final One-day International cricket match between India and Australia was abandoned here Sunday without a ball being bowled due to a wet outfield.

The two umpires, Billy Bowden and Amiesh Saheba, and match referee Chris Broad, inspected the field thrice, but the outfield was wet and had damp patches because … Read more »».

Beckham ‘not surprised’ by Rooney’s Man U turnaround

LONDON – England and former Manchester United midfielder David Beckham has backed Wayne Rooney’s dramatic decision to stay at Old Trafford.

Beckham said the turnaround must have been an “easy decision” for Rooney.

“I’m not surprised he stayed at Manchester United because at the end of the day they are the biggest team in the world,” Sky … Original article on : Beckham ‘not surprised’ by Rooney’s Man U turnaround.

At 35, Oz pacer Clark believes selectors have done him in

SYDNEY – At 35, former Australian fast bowler Stuart Clark believes that the National Selection Panel (NSP) headed by Andrew Hilditch has treated him harshly. He believes that his skinny Test average of 23.86 has been overshadowed by his age.

Clark, who lost his Cricket Australia contract at the last round of negotiations, said no one … Original article on : At 35, Oz pacer Clark believes selectors have done him in.

Cricket Australia set to rope in private investors for Twenty20 ‘Big Bash’

SYDNEY -Cricket Australia is reportedly close finalizing an agreement to rope in private investors for domestic Twenty20 games.

Chief Executive James Sutherland described the development as a potentially huge turning point in Australian cricket, probably matching the Kerry Packer-led revolution of the late 1970s.

A significant portion of Thursday’s Cricket Australia annual general meeting and Friday’s board … Read more »».

Prasad eyeing Australia’s bowling coach role

CHENNAI – Former Indian fast bowler Venkatesh Prasad has put his hand up to be Australia’s next bowling coach following Troy Cooley’s exit.

Cooley has swapped his job as Australia’s pace bowling coach for the position as the new head coach of Cricket Australia’s Centre of Excellence in Brisbane.

“I would certainly consider it, it would …. Original article  : Prasad eyeing Australia’s bowling coach role.

Armstrong to end international career Down Under

SYDNEY – Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong will compete in Australia’s Tour Down Under in January in what will be his final professional race outside his native United States.

Armstrong will ride in the UCI ProTour race from January 16 to 23 for the third and final time.

“I’m excited to be competing in my …. Source article  : Armstrong to end international career Down Under.

New Zealand announces two new Test caps for India tour

WELLINGTON – Two new caps have been included in the New Zealand test cricket squad to tour India next month.

Young Northern Districts batsman Kane Williamson and Canterbury fast bowler Hamish Bennett were named in a 15-strong squad today for the three Tests, the first starting at Ahmedabad on November 4, the stuff.co.nz website reports.

Both were …. Source  : New Zealand announces two new Test caps for India tour.

The secret behind Sachin’s magical bat!

SYDNEY – Does Sachin Tendulkar’s bat fit Marylebone Cricket Club regulations?

According to cricket-supply guru, Harry Solomons, who owns Kingsgrove Sports Centre, which once employed the Waugh brothers, ‘Sachin’s bats look wide, but they are regulation width. It’s the thick edges that make it look bigger.

The MCC’s Laws of Cricket state: (a) The overall length …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Oz players should be prepared to face Ashes axe: Clarke

FATORDA – Australia’s Test players should be prepared to lose their spots during the Ashes series as many young talents are queuing for a chance to freshen up the team, vice-captain Michael Clarke said here.

Clarke said he had no problem with the Australian selectors looking to make new additions to the Test side during the …. Source  : Oz players should be prepared to face Ashes axe: Clarke.

Giants-Phillies Game 6 Leads To Former’s Victory

PHILADELPHIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The Game 6 of the NLCS 2010, between the Philadelphia Phillies and the San Francisco Giants, resulted in the victory of the Giants with a score of 3-2.With the victory, San Francisco Giants won the National League Championship Series with a score of 4-2.
This match was very much a deciding one, as the … Read more »».

NDMC denies CVC charges on CWG venues

NEW DELHI – The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Saturday denied CVC (Central Vigilance Commission) reports that allege that NDMC used substandard materials in the construction of two Commonwealth Games venues.

We have not received any reports from the CVC so far. The CTE (Chief Technical Examination) wing did conduct some tests some time back …. Original article  : NDMC denies CVC charges on CWG venues.

Shunglu meets PM, discusses CWG probe

NEW DELHI – Former comptroller and auditor general (CAG) V.K. Shunglu, who is heading a committee probing alleged financial irregularities in the just- concluded Commonwealth Games, Saturday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

“He met the prime minister,” said an official in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) but refused to give any details.
According to sources, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Shunglu meets PM, discusses CWG probe.

Kalpana to lead Indian judo squad in Asiad

NEW DELHI – Kalpana Devi, India’s first ever medallist at the judo World Cup will lead the eight-member squad for the Asian Games in Guangzhou, China.

The Judo Federation of India (JFI) Saturday selected four Men and four Women for the Nov 12-27 event.
Kalpana, who created history by winning a bronze medal in the … Original article on : Kalpana to lead Indian judo squad in Asiad.