Sports News – Newsletter for November 9, 2010

Arthur says ‘Pak match-fixing claim’ comments taken way out of context

JOHANNESBURG – Former South Africa coach Mickey Arthur has denied suggesting that a One-day International against Pakistan in 2007 was fixed, saying his comments were “taken completely out of context”.

“There is absolutely no foundation to this story whatsoever. Quite simply, my comments were taken completely out of context and I have never accused anybody of …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Arthur says ‘Pak match-fixing claim’ comments taken way out of context.

Alonso must win by ‘more than seven points to avoid being branded tainted champ’: Button

LONDON – Reigning Formula One champion Jenson Button fears that Ferarri’s Fernando Alonso will be branded a tainted champion if he does not win this year’s title by more than seven points.

Button was referring to Alonso’s victory at July’s German Grand Prix when his Ferrari team broke the rules by ordering their other … Read more »»».

Man City will keep spending until they win Premier League title: Ferguson

LONDON – Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes that Manchester City will keep on spending until they win the Premier League title.

Ferguson’s comment comes ahead of the league clash against City at Eastlands on Wednesday.

“We know the kind of money they’re spending – they’ve bought another five or six players in the summer and …. Read the original article  : Man City will keep spending until they win Premier League title: Ferguson.

Dan Hawkins Fired?

DENVER (GaeaTimes.com)- It came as a shock to Colorado Buffaloes’ fans when a reputed media source reported that the coach of the team Dan Hawkins has been fired from his post and Brian Cabral is expected to replace him from the next match. However, there is still no confirmation of the news yet. University … Original article on : Dan Hawkins Fired?.

Zulqarnain Haider Arrives In London

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (GaeaTimes.com)- After failing to accompany his teammates to the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Monday, sparking fears that he had gone missing, Pakistani cricketer Zulqarnain Haider was later found at the Heathrow Airport where he arrived after fleeing from Dubai. On Monday, Pakistan were scheduled to clash against South Africa in … Read more >>.

Sri Lanka pip India to second place in ODI rankings

DUBAI – Sri Lanka, fresh from a series victory against Australia, have overtaken India to bag second place in the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) one-day rankings. The struggling Australia were still holding on to the top spot.

Despite losing two consecutive one-day series to India and Sri Lanka, Australia were sitting comfortably at the … Read more >>.

Vettori urges mates to deliver ‘more of the same’ against India at Hyderabad

AHMEDABAD – New Zealand cricket captain Daniel Vettori has urged his players to deliver “more of the same” in the wake of a highly encouraging performance in the first test played against India here, which ended in a draw.

The New Zealanders leave today for Hyderabad where the second test starts on Friday.

Vettori is eager … Original article on : Vettori urges mates to deliver ‘more of the same’ against India at Hyderabad.

Opposition in Victoria criticizes government on Tiger Woods appearance fee

MELBOURNE – Opposition parties in the Australian state of Victoria have joined hands to criticize the state government over the appearance fee being forked out to get Tiger Woods to defend his Australian Masters title in Melbourne this month.

According to the Herald Sun, The Greens have joined the Coalition in a chorus of disapproval against … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Opposition in Victoria criticizes government on Tiger Woods appearance fee.

Guangzhou opens first driverless metro line ahead of Asian Games

GUANGZHOU – South China’s Guangzhou City, which is the host city for the upcoming Asian Games, opened its first driverless metro line Monday.

The four-kilometer-long line links Tianhe District to the north, crosses the Pearl River and ends at the Haizhu District to the south of the Guangzhou, the capital city of Guangdong Province.

The line passes … Read more >>.

Rooney hooker, soccer star Nolan ‘exchange topless pics, sexy texts’

LONDON – Footballer Kevin Nolan found himself in a soup after reports said he received sexy texts from hooker Jenny Thompson, who bedded Wayne Rooney.

The 21-year-old hooker was said to have sent topless snaps to the Newcastle skipper who replied, “Nice pics”, reports the Sun.

Nolan’s fiancee hit the roof after she found the rude …. Read the original article  : Rooney hooker, soccer star Nolan ‘exchange topless pics, sexy texts’.

Ferguson, Khawaja selection is good news for Hussey

SYDNEY – The selection of Usman Khwaja and Callum Ferguson for the Australia A game against England starting in Hobart on November 17, suggests the Australian selectors will stick with incumbent middle order for the opening Test of the Ashes in Brisbane on November 25.

According to the Sydney Morning Herald, Mike Hussey looks safe with …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Ferguson, Khawaja selection is good news for Hussey.

“No plan to change PCB boss as Butt doing ‘pretty good job’”: Zardari

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has refused to sack Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ijaz Butt, saying that there is no need to change the board official.

“I have no plan to change the chairman of PCB Ijaz Butt and there is no need to change him as he is doing a pretty good … Read more : “No plan to change PCB boss as Butt doing ‘pretty good job’”: Zardari.

Umpire Decision Review System biggest single factor in recent rise of spinners: Swann

SYDNEY – England off-spinner Graeme Swann reckons that the Umpire Decision Review System (UDRS) will help him scalp more wickets during the upcoming Ashes series.

“The introduction of the UDRS has been the biggest single factor in the rise of spinners over the last couple of years, as it brings a few genuine dismissals that were …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Umpire Decision Review System biggest single factor in recent rise of spinners: Swann.

Hamilton still chasing ‘impossible dream’ of winning F1 championship

LONDON – British Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton insists that he can still come from behind to win this year’s championship title race.

To win the drivers’ title, Hamilton must win the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and hope that the three men ahead of him- Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso and the Red Bull pair of Mark Webber [..] Read the original article: here.

Freddie Flintoff slashes 1.5 million pounds of asking price for home

LONDON – Former England cricketer Andrew Flintoff has slashed 1.5 million pounds off the asking price of his luxury home.

The cricket ace, 32, originally put the six-bedroom mansion in Prestbury, Cheshire, on the market for five million pounds

The Daily Star quoted a source, as saying: “Quite a few Premier League footballers have been shown …. Read the original article  : Freddie Flintoff slashes 1.5 million pounds of asking price for home.

Three-some sex romp pushes Newcastle footie star Caroll to religion

LONDON – Shamed football star Andy Carroll has turned to religion after claims he took part in a wild orgy.

The relaxed-looking Newcastle striker wore a T-shirt by the trendy brand as he strolled down the city’s Quayside yesterday.

Andy Carroll, 21, has been accused of taking part in a three-in-a-bed romp at 28-year-old Toon skipper Kevin [..] Read the original article: here.

Harbhajan sings Martin’s praise after knocking off a ton in Ahmedabad Test

AHMEDABAD – Black Caps fast bowler Chris Martin has won high praise for his first test efforts from Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh after the latter knocked off his first Test century in an almost lost cause to take India to a draw.

Not so long ago the champion off spinner was renowned for his fiery temperament … Read more : Harbhajan sings Martin’s praise after knocking off a ton in Ahmedabad Test.

‘Panic-stricken’ Pak wicketkeeper seeks asylum in UK after death threat from bookies

LONDON – Pakistan wicketkeeper Zulqarnain Haider has sought asylum in England after resurfacing at Heathrow Airport following his mysterious disappearance hours before the fifth and final one-day international against South Africa in Dubai.

“Cricket’s match-fixing scandal took an astonishing twist last night after Pakistan’s wicketkeeper deserted his team to fly to Britain begging for asylum,” The …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Panic-stricken’ Pak wicketkeeper seeks asylum in UK after death threat from bookies.

Out-of-sorts Johnson must call on experience to rediscover form before Ashes

SYDNEY – Australia’s pace ace Mitchell Johnson quickly needs to rediscover his deadly rhythm before the Ashes series against England gets underway.

In his previous campaign against the old enemy last year, Johnson had to muster his innermost strength to add respectability in the final three Tests after a disastrous start, which including a self-assessed implosion …. Read the original article  : here.

Harris could be a huge Ashes asset, says Steve Waugh

SYDNEY – Former Australian captain Steve Waugh believes that fast bowler Ryan Harris could be a huge Ashes asset.

“I really like the look of Harris. He is a strong competitor who is always there 100 per cent in the batsman’s face,” News.com.au quoted Waugh, as saying.

“He is someone Ricky Ponting would love to be able … Read : Harris could be a huge Ashes asset, says Steve Waugh.