Sports News – Newsletter for February 3, 2011

Mitch Mustain Arrested

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- After former Trojan Everson Griffen got arrested on Monday, news of the arrest of one more former USC Trojan hit the headlines after Mitch Mustain was arrested on Tuesday for being a suspect in drug selling. The 22 year old former USC Trojan was arrested on Tuesday night at 8 p.m. PT … Original article on : Mitch Mustain Arrested.

Wright, Vettori to pick team during 2011 World Cup

WELLINGTON – New Zealand coach John Wright has made it clear that he and skipper Daniel Vettori will be picking the squad during the 2011 World Cup

Wright said there were no plans for one of the three selectors, Mark Greatbatch, Glenn Turner and Lance Cairns, to join the side …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

El Hadji Diouf ‘texts nude photos to woo women’

LONDON – A source close to controversial new Rangers star El Hadji Diouf has revealed how the flash footballer sends nude snaps hoping to get sexy ones in return.

In an apparent bid to woo women, the married spit-shame striker texts nude photos of him lying exposed on a treatment table …. Original article  : El Hadji Diouf ‘texts nude photos to woo women’.

Contenders Afridi, Misbah have “no issues” over Pak captaincy for World Cup 2011

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s limited-overs captain Shahid Afridi has made it clear that there are no differences between him and Test skipper Misbahul Haq over the captaincy race for leading the national team for the World Cup 2011.

“I have no issues with Misbah. He is a great team player and human being. It really does … Read more »».

Hip injury to Steven Smith sours Australia’s record chase

MELBOURNE – Australia’s fourth highest successful run chase in ODIs on Wednesday against was soured by an injury to allrounder Steve Smith.

Captain Michael Clarke, who made a pivotal 82 to shepherd the Australians home, said Smith had suffered a hip strain in the field and would not fly to Perth for the final match of …. Source article  : Hip injury to Steven Smith sours Australia’s record chase.

Pak players Butt, Asif face life bans in spot-fixing case, says report

LONDON – Two of the three Pakistani cricketers suspended on spot-fixing charges face life bans as the International Cricket Council (ICC) attempts to stamp out corruption ahead of the World Cup 2011.

The then Pakistan captain Salman Butt and pacer Mohammad Asif face the maximum sentence when their case reconvenes in Doha on Saturday, Express.co.uk reported.

The … Read : Pak players Butt, Asif face life bans in spot-fixing case, says report.

Karthikeyan goes quicker on second day of Valencia test

VALENCIA – While stressing that the time is not important, India’s Narain Karthikeyan, wearing a brand new Hispania Racing suit, upped his pace to clock a best of one minute, 17.769 seconds on the second day of the pre-season Formula One testing here Wednesday.

The 34-year old Karthikeyan covered 80 laps (320.4 km) and expressed … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Karthikeyan goes quicker on second day of Valencia test.

Barcelona to meet Real Madrid in Spanish cup final

MADRID – The final of the Spanish King’s Cup will be between twin giants Barcelona and Real Madrid, as a result of Wednesday’s semi-final second-leg clashes.

Barca cruised into the final with a comfortable 3-0 win at minnows Almeria, which gave them an emphatic 8-0 aggregate, having won the home leg 5-0 Jan 26.
Real, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

De’Anthony Thomas Joins Oregon Ducks

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Oregon Ducks on Wednesday made one of their biggest catch after five star football prospect De’Anthony Thomas announced that he will move on to the Oregon Ducks for his next season. The news was the biggest shock for the USC Trojans who had taken it for granted that the player would … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : De’Anthony Thomas Joins Oregon Ducks.

Man U veteran defender Neville retires

LONDON – Veteran Manchester United defender Gary Neville has announced his retirement from football after making 602 appearances for the club and playing 85 times for England in a 20-year-long career.

During his time with Manchester United, the club won eight Premier League titles, three FA Cups and one European Cup.

Manager Sir Alex Ferguson said on …. Original article  : Man U veteran defender Neville retires.

Lorgat regrets Eden losing out on India-England game

KOLKATA – Expressing regret over the iconic Eden Gardens losing the India-England World Cup tie, ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat wrote an “emotional” mail to Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) chief Jagmohan Dalmiya saying it was not within his powers to overrule the decision of the tournament technical committee.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) official … Read more »»».

Joshi wins strokeplay in All India Amateur golf

BANGALORE – Overnight leader Khalin Joshi won the 36-hole strokeplay section of the All India Amateur Golf Championships here Wednesday.

Joshi,18, added a 73 despite a last hole bogey. Abhijit Chadha birdied the 16th and 17th but still fell one short and totaled 142 against Joshis 141. C.G.Somiah (69-73) totaled 142.
The top 32 players … Original source on Gaea Times at : Joshi wins strokeplay in All India Amateur golf.

Beware of Sachin, Sehwag, Harbhajan warns opponents

NEW DELHI – India’s off-spinner Harbhajan Singh Wednesday warned the opponents in the upcoming World Cup that Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag would take the game away if they see the first 15 overs through.

“Both are outstanding players and if they play the first 15 overs, the other teams will be in danger,” said …. Source article  : Beware of Sachin, Sehwag, Harbhajan warns opponents.

Australia completes record run chase to beat England in Sydney ODI

SYDNEY – Australia chased down England’s 333-6 to win the sixth ODI held in Sydney by two wickets.

Australia’s stand-in-captain Michael Clarke scored 82 from 70 balls, as they got home 334-8 with four balls to spare at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

It was the highest ever …. Original article  : Australia completes record run chase to beat England in Sydney ODI.

Troubled Kenya out to make impression in World Cup (Team Profile, World Cup Countdown)

NEW DELHI – Kenya, the first non-Test playing nation to play in the semi-finals of a World Cup, are battling poor form, lack of sponsors and shoddy governance, and are keen on making an impact in the 10th edition of the quadrennial event starting Feb 19 in the subcontinent.

Kenya, the surprise semi-finalists in 2003 … Read more : Troubled Kenya out to make impression in World Cup (Team Profile, World Cup Countdown).

Fast bowlers will have a critical role in World Cup: Ashish Nehra (Interview, World Cup Countdown)

NEW DELHI – India’s death-overs exponent Ashish Nehra expects fast bowlers to play a critical role in the upcoming World Cup even though the wickets of the subcontinent are considered spinner-friendly.

The lanky left-arm pacer, who made a sensational comeback to the team in 2009 after battling injuries for four years, says Indian pacers have …. Original source  : Fast bowlers will have a critical role in World Cup: Ashish Nehra (Interview, World Cup Countdown).

Davies, Dharmasena to officiate in World Cup opener

DUBAI – Australian umpire Steve Davies and Sri Lanka’s Kumar Dharmasena will officiate in the World Cup opener between India and Bangladesh while Amish Saheba and Shahvir Tarapore will be the two Indian umpires officiating during the tournament.

Davis of the Elite Panel of ICC Umpires and Dharmasena from the International Panel …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Smriti, Sharmila star draw in Hero Honda women’s golf

KOLKATA – Smriti Mehra, India’s leading women’s professional player, and 19-year-old Sharmila Nicollet, the current leader on the Hero Honda Womens Professional Golf Tour, will be the star attractions in the ninth leg of the Tour at the Tollygunge Club beginning Wednesday.

A total of 16 women pros will be teeing off at the event, … Read more >>>.

Sports ministry to formulate National Sports Development law

NEW DELHI – New sports minister Ajay Maken Tuesday said the government will come out with a National Sports Development Legislation that would force the sports federations to come down hard to age cheaters, dope offenders and handle cases of sexual harassment strictly.

Maken said that the ministry will put on its website the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Sports ministry to formulate National Sports Development law.

The team can perform under pressure: Dhoni

MUMBAI – Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni Tuesday said the team has always performed under pressure and it will be no different in the upcoming World Cup at home starting Feb 19.

Dhoni’s boys would be looking to win the coveted trophy for a second time and repeat the feat of 1983 in front … Original article on : The team can perform under pressure: Dhoni.