Sports News – Newsletter for January 12, 2011

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

ICC defers spot fixing verdict on three Pakistani player

DOHA – The International Cricket Council (ICC) has deferred its verdict on the spot-fixing investigation involving three Pakistani cricketers Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Aamer in the Lord’s Test but gave the two fast bowlers a clean chit for The Oval Test.

In a statement, Michael Beloff, the head of the three-member anti-corruption tribunal … Original article on : ICC defers spot fixing verdict on three Pakistani player.

Misbah should be Pak World Cup captain: Sikander Bakht

KARACHI – Former Test cricketer Sikander Bakht has said that current Test captain Misbah-ul-Haq should captain the World Cup side instead of Shahid Afridi.

Bakht has joined Zaheer Abass, Aamir Sohail and Sarfraz Nawaz in criticizing all-rounder Afridi’s captaincy.

Talking to German Radio Deutsche Welle Urdu Service on Tuesday, Bakht said a captain always lead from …. Original source : Misbah should be Pak World Cup captain: Sikander Bakht.

Waqar hopes Pak cricket will get off to a fresh start

WELLINGTON – Pakistan coach Waqar Younis is hoping that the national team will get off to a fresh start and play some controversy-free cricket once a decision is taken by an independent tribunal in the spot-fixing case involving Mohammad Asif, Salman Butt and Mohammad Aamir in Doha.

“I hope all goes well and I hope … Read more »».

Pak Spot Gate: ICC corruption panel says it wants more time

DOHA – The International Cricket Council’s anti-corruption panel has said that it requires more time to decide the fate of three Pakistan cricketers who have been accused of corruption during a Test match in England last year.

The hearing has been deferred to February 5.

According to the BBC, former skipper Salman Butt and bowlers Mohammad …. Read the original article : Pak Spot Gate: ICC corruption panel says it wants more time.

Border unveils revolutionary search plan for Ashes heroes

MELBOURNE – Cricket Australia has turned to Baggy Green Idol Allan Border to help it to unearth the country’s next cricketing superstar.

Fronting new reality-TV show Cricket Superstar, which will commence auditions in Bunbury, Western Australia, today, Border said it was anything but a blatant ratings grab.

In fact, the former Test star said that he is … Read : Border unveils revolutionary search plan for Ashes heroes.

White now being seen as the face of modern Australian cricket

MELBOURNE – In the eyes of the Australian selectors, the power and resourcefulness that Victoria captain Cameron White brings to the shorter forms of the game appear to have come at the expense of a technique sound enough to hold down a Test spot.

White is now being seen as the face of modern Australian cricket.

All …. Original article : White now being seen as the face of modern Australian cricket.

Premier League star blackmailed over orgy with 3 blondes

LONDON – An alleged plot to blackmail a Premier League footballer over his having an orgy with three Swedish blondes is being investigated by the police.

The footballer, who is in his 20s and plays for a team in the league’s top ten, is said to have romped with the girls and two male pals in … Original article on : Premier League star blackmailed over orgy with 3 blondes.

Bangladesh World Cup team gets new sponsors

DHAKA – The Beximco Group has replaced Grameenphone as the official sponsors of Bangladesh’s cricket team for the forthcoming World Cup.

Grameenphone, a joint venture between Norway-based Telenor and Grameen Bank’s sister concern Grameen Telecom Corporation, is out because of a conflict of interest with the International Cricket Council (ICC) sponsor Reliance Communications, an …. Read the original article : here.

Andre Agassi uses ‘nude’ image of wife Steffi Graf for charity

LONDON – Tennis legend Andre Agassi has reportedly shown a ‘nude’ picture of his wife Steffi Graf on his mobile phone to the winning bidder at a charity auction in Taiwan.

The Grand Slam winner said that he would show the picture to whoever was willing to shell out 4000 dollars, reports the Sun.

“You pay more … Read more >>.

Iran come from behind to beat defending champions Iraq

DOHA – Iran came from behind to stun defending champions Iraq 2-1 in an Asian Cup Group D match played in Doha Tuesday, while the other group game between World Cup finalists North Korea and the United Arab Emirates ended 0-0.

In the Al Rayyan stadium, Iraqi Younus Mahmood – a hero from the 2007 …. Source article : Iran come from behind to beat defending champions Iraq.

North Korea miss penalty in 0-0 draw with UAE

DOHA – World Cup finalists North Korea missed a penalty as they were held to 0-0 draw by the United Arab Emirates at the Asian Cup Tuesday.

North Korea should have taken the lead in the 10th minute after Jong Tae Se was brought down by Hamdan Al Kamali in the area and Malaysian referee … Read more : North Korea miss penalty in 0-0 draw with UAE.

Ranji Trophy final: Rajasthan 198/3 against Baroda

VADODARA – Skipper Hrishikesh Kanitkar stroked a half-century as Rajasthan made a solid start in the Ranji Trophy final against Baroda amassing 198 for three at the end of the first day’s play here Tuesday.

Kanitkar, former India player, scored 61 off 147 balls with seven fours and a six.
Robin Bist … Original article on : Ranji Trophy final: Rajasthan 198/3 against Baroda.

Gilchrist to lead Kings XI Punjab in IPL-4

NEW DELHI – Former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist will lead Kings XI Punjab in the fourth season of Indian Premier League (IPL) beginning Feb 19.

Gilchrist played for Deccan Chargers in the first three seasons and lead them to victory in 2009.
“I am excited to represent Kings XI Punjab, one of the most passionate … Read : Gilchrist to lead Kings XI Punjab in IPL-4.

Ishant to replace injured Praveen for ODI series

DURBAN – The five-match one-day India-South Africa cricket series beginning here Wednesday is the last opportunity for the two countries to test their players before finalising their World Cup squads.

However, both teams are struggling to keep their players free from injuries before the mega event kicks off in the subcontinent Feb 19.
… Original article on : Ishant to replace injured Praveen for ODI series.

Pietersen bats for Queensland flood victims

LONDON – England batsman Kevin Pietersen Tuesday decided to auction his bat and shirt he used during the Ashes series to raise money for the Queensland flood victims.

The state of Queensland has witnessed widespread devastation in the last week with the floods killing at least eight people.
Pietersen, who is currently with the …. Read the original article : Pietersen bats for Queensland flood victims.

Pakistan bowler Aamer wants judgment deferred

KARACHI – Suspended Pakistani bowler Mohammad Aamer’s lawyer Shahid Karim is satisfied with the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) hearing on spot-fixing but wants the three-man tribunal to take a careful look at the case before pronouncing the verdict.

The closing statements of the six-day hearing were presented Tuesday morning …. Source article : Pakistan bowler Aamer wants judgment deferred.