Sports News – Newsletter for December 3, 2010

Strauss remains sceptical about use of ‘controversial’ Umpiring Review System

LONDON – England captain Andrew Strauss has said that he remains sceptical about the use of the review system that allows cricketers to challenge umpiring decisions.

It is a concern shared by his teammates who would prefer not to be substitute umpires and forced to make snap judgments about whether an opponent is ‘in’ or ‘out’. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Strauss remains sceptical about use of ‘controversial’ Umpiring Review System.

McMillan concerned over Kiwis’ lack of confidence ahead of 2011 World Cup

WELLINGTON – Former New Zealand ODI captain Craig McMillan believes the national team’s campaign is teetering alarmingly just two months before the World Cup.

McMillan is concerned that the team is lacking confidence on and off the field, its batting tentative, and batsmen Ross Taylor and Kane Williamson playing in the wrong positions.

The eight-wicket defeat … Read more »».

Shane Warne’s toothy avatar sends Aussie viewers scurrying

MELBOURNE – Shane Warne may be known as the king of spin but his relationship with Aussie viewers is clearly being tested – after shedding half of his debut audience of 854,000 people last week.

These are the kind of figures, which should see him dropped from Nine’s schedule.

But the former Australian spinner is expected …. Original source  : Shane Warne’s toothy avatar sends Aussie viewers scurrying.

Doug Bollinger Recalled Into Side

ADELAIDE (GaeaTimes.com)- Mitchell Johnson’s lack of form has prompted the Australian selectors to make an immediate change in the bowling line-up considering that the pressure on Ricky Ponting’s side has been immense after the first test ended in a draw. Mitchell Johnson went wicket-less and the English batsmen seemed to have absolutely no …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Doug Bollinger Recalled Into Side.

England bowlers decimate Australia on day one of Adelaide Ashes Test

ADELAIDE – England bowlers made a sensational start to the second Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval by bowling out Australia for 245 in their first innings on day one on Friday.

Asked to bowl first, England had a dream opening three overs when they took three quick wickets to have the hosts 3-2 after 13 … Read more : England bowlers decimate Australia on day one of Adelaide Ashes Test.

Philadelphia Eagles VS Houston Texans Outcome

PHILADELPHIA (GaeaTimes.com) Thursday night witnessed the victory of the Philadelphia Eagles over the Houston Texans as the latter were crushed down by the former with the match outcome resulting in a 34-24 victory for the Eagles. Philadelphia Eagles supporters have a good reason to celebrate after the team emerged victorious in the Texans vs Eagles … Read more >>>.

Pietersen didn’t cross ‘twitter line’ by criticizing Adelaide curator: Strauss

MELBOURNE – England captain Andrew Strauss has said that star batsman Kevin Pietersen has not crossed the line by criticizing Adelaide Oval curator Damian Hough on Twitter.

Pietersen was rebuked earlier for slamming the English selectors who dumped him from their limited-overs sides earlier this year.

Asked if Pietersen had crossed a line with his latest outburst, … Original article on : Pietersen didn’t cross ‘twitter line’ by criticizing Adelaide curator: Strauss.

Matches against Arsenal, Chelsea key to winning back Premier League: Ferguson

LONDON – Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has said that a six-day period later this month will be key to his team’s chances of winning back the Premier League title.

Manchester United hosts rivals Arsenal at Old Trafford on Monday week and then travel to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea on December 19.

Ferguson …. Original article  : Matches against Arsenal, Chelsea key to winning back Premier League: Ferguson.

Becks, Posh are devotees of ‘healing crystals’

LONDON – David Beckham and wife Victoria have become devotees of ‘healing crystals’ since moving to California.

The former England captain and his wife keep the colorful stones in their respective bathrooms at their 14-million-pounds Beverly Hills home-in the hope that they will improve their health and boost their energy levels.

Crystals and gemstones have been considered … Read more >>.

England not cheated out of 2018 World Cup bid: Putin

LONDON – Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has said that England was not “cheated” out of holding the 2018 World Cup.

Russia and Qatar were named as hosts of the 2018 and 2022 World Cup soccer tournaments on Thursday.

Asked if he thought England had been cheated in its bid, he said: “No, I don’t think. You … Original source on Gaea Times at : England not cheated out of 2018 World Cup bid: Putin.

Ferdinand ‘gutted’ after England’s 2018 World Cup bid loss

LONDON – England captain Rio Ferdinand says he had been gutted after his country lost to Russia in its bid to host the 2018 football World cup.

Prime Minister David Cameron, Prince William and Three Lions legend David Beckham led the bid for the 2018 World Cup.

Ferdinand expressed his disbelief after the FIFA vote, The … Read more >>.

‘Miffed’ England accuses Fifa members of ‘reneging on commitments’ in failed WC bid

LONDON – England has accused the Fifa executive committee members of lying after they suffered a humiliating defeat in the race to host the 2018 football World Cup that saw them poll just two votes, one of which came from bid chairman Geoff Thompson.

England bid chief executive Andy Anson said that Fifa members had reneged … Read more : ‘Miffed’ England accuses Fifa members of ‘reneging on commitments’ in failed WC bid.

Liverpool, Dynamo Kiev, PSG progress in Europa League

BERLIN – Six more teams secured their places in the last 32 of the Europa League Thursday following the penultimate round of matches in the tournament’s group stage.

The seven teams that booked their places Wednesday were joined by five-time European champions Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Besiktas Istanbul, Dynamo Kiev and Sparta Prague.
A 1-1 …. Read the original article  : here.

Ex-Iranian soccer star’s ‘permanent’ wife’s son kicked stool to hang mum’s ‘love rival’

TEHRAN – Shahla Jahed, the ex-lover of former Iranian soccer star Nasser Mohammad Khani who was found guilty of murdering the footballer’s ‘permanent’ wife, was hanged at Tehran’s Evin prison on Thursday morning, with the victim’s son kicking away the stool on which she stood awaiting for her execution.

According to the Daily Mail, …. Read the original article  : Ex-Iranian soccer star’s ‘permanent’ wife’s son kicked stool to hang mum’s ‘love rival’.

WikiLeaks cables portray Afghan President Karzai as paranoid and weak individual

LONDON – Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai is regularly described by diplomats and foreign statesmen as erratic, emotional and prone to believing paranoid conspiracy theories, according to classified US diplomatic cables released by whistleblower website Wikileaks.

According to the Guardian, on some occasions Karzai’s own ministers accuse him of complicity in criminal activity, including ordering the physical … Read more »».

Becks is a tidy man in bathroom while Posh is ‘messy’

LONDON – David Beckham is a tidy man in bathroom, while wife Victoria is “very messy”- these are some of the bathroom secrets of the celebrity couple.

“She always leaves her drawers open and leaves the toothpaste top off too,” the Daily Mail quoted the soccer star as telling InStyle magazine.

“It’s kind of her mess, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Adam Dunn To Join Chicago White Sox

CHICAGO (GaeaTimes.com)- The Washington Nationals have lost their best slugger. Yes, this is the latest buzz stirring the baseball circle after Adam Dunn decided to move on with the Chicago White Sox. the noted player will be soon shifting camps, moving on to the Chicago White Sox after the later team agreed to hire him … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Adam Dunn To Join Chicago White Sox.

Cleveland Cavaliers Vs Miami Heat: LeBron James Sizzles

CLEVELAND (GaeaTimes.com)- Lebron James returned to Cleveland in a game against the side that helped him achieve super-stardom in basketball. While the crowds chanted profanities and booed every time he touched the ball, LeBron James managed to keep his cool in the Cleveland Cavaliers Vs Miami Heat game on December 2.
Miami Heat started the … Read : Cleveland Cavaliers Vs Miami Heat: LeBron James Sizzles.

LeBron James Greeted With Boos

CLEVELAND (GaeaTimes.com)- In what was by far one of the most anticipated matches of the NBA season this year, the Miami Heat took on the Cleveland Cavaliers on December 2. The hype surrounding the match reached epic proportions especially because Cleveland’s son-turned-villain, LeBron James, would be playing in the city where his jersey’s were …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : LeBron James Greeted With Boos.

England bid organisers left dejected by 2018 World Cup failure

LONDON – The organisers of England’s failed bid to stage the FIFA World Cup in 2018 were left angry and gutted Thursday with the overriding feeling being that “sometimes the best team doesn’t necessarily win”.

FIFA’s 22-man executive committee voted for Russia to host the competition, with England going out at the first stage, despite …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : England bid organisers left dejected by 2018 World Cup failure.