Sports News – Newsletter for February 6, 2011

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Liverpool was not giving me what they promised: Torres

LONDON – Chelsea striker Fernando Torres has claimed that his desire to leave Liverpool was motivated by the club breaking promises made to him about investment in the team.

Torres joined Chelsea for 50 million pounds on transfer deadline day, and is hoping to start against his former … Read : Liverpool was not giving me what they promised: Torres.

Man U suffer first loss, Arsenal squander 4-0 lead

LONDON – Manchester United lost their unbeaten record Saturday as they suffered a stunning 1-2 defeat against bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers on what was a record-breaking day in the English Premier League.

A record total of 41 goals were scored in the eight matches played, but it was the two scored by Wolves that proved … Read more >>>.

Pro Football Hall Of Fame 2011 Names Revealed

DALLAS (GaeaTimes.com)- One of the most prestigious recognition of the football world was recently awarded to the seven players whose names feature in the Pro Football Hall Of Fame 2011 list. Yes, the much awaited names of the Hall of Famers have been announced after an unanimous decision taken by the Selection Committee. The [..] Read the original article: here.

Sri Lanka have a side to win the World Cup (Team Profile, World Cup Countdown)

NEW DELHI – A star-studded line-up and a shrewd captain make Sri Lanka favourites to win the World Cup a second time in the sub-continent, having done it in 1996 to spark a cricketing renaissance in the Island nation.

Most of the players of this generation in Sri Lanka took to cricket inspired by that …. Original source : Sri Lanka have a side to win the World Cup (Team Profile, World Cup Countdown).

Forrest Griffin Crumples Rich Franklin

LAS VEGAS (GaeaTimes.com)- It was one of the most anticipated fights of UFC 126 where mixed martial artist Forrest Griffin faced Rich Franklin for the Light Heavyweight bout championship title. Both the fighters left no stones unturned to outshine the other but ultimately, Forrest Griffin won the bout via unanimous decision. Forrest Griffin returned …. Source article : Forrest Griffin Crumples Rich Franklin.

Middle order will be crucial to India’s success: Virat Kohli (Interview, World Cup Countdown)

NEW DELHI – It has been a swift climb for Virat Kohli, captain of the Under-19 World Cup winning side in 2007. Graduating into the senior ranks as an “injury replacement”, he is today a vital cog in India’s scheme of things, and sees the middle order to prop the team in the …. Source : Middle order will be crucial to India’s success: Virat Kohli (Interview, World Cup Countdown).

Aamir to appeal against ICC ban

DOHA – Tainted Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Aamir will appeal to the Court of Arbitration in Sports (CAS) in Switzerland against the five-year ban imposed on him by the International Cricket Council over spot-fixing charges, his lawyer has said.

“On behalf of Aamir, I want to say that we will be disputing the judgment to say the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Aamir to appeal against ICC ban.

Former asthma sufferer completes 365th marathon in a year

LONDON – A 49-year-old former asthma sufferer set a Guinness World Record yesterday after crossing the finishing line of his 365th marathon in a year.

Stefaan Engels, inevitably dubbed the “Marathon Man”, began the extreme physical challenge a year ago in Barcelona.

He competed a race-a-day in seven countries: Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Canada, Mexico, the UK … Read more >>.

My interest in sado-masochism began at age 3 or 4, says ex F1 boss

LONDON – Former Formula One boss Max Mosley has revealed that his interest in sado-masochism began when he was just three or four years old.

He, however, admitted that he didn’t know where his ‘deep interest’ in beating as part of sexual activity came from, reports the Daily Mail.

He said even at a young age if … Original source on Gaea Times at : My interest in sado-masochism began at age 3 or 4, says ex F1 boss.

ICC ban on tainted trio will damage Pak cricket: Ex-players

KARACHI – Former Pakistan cricketers have said the bans imposed by the International Cricket Council on Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Aamir over spot-fixing charges will damage Pakistan cricket.

The tribunal imposed a ’sanction of ten years ineligibility’ on Butt, “five years of which are suspended on condition that he commits no further breach of … Original article on : ICC ban on tainted trio will damage Pak cricket: Ex-players.

England middle-order bat Morgan has a fractured finger

LONDON – England middle-order batsman Eoin Morgan’s World Cup spot is in doubt after he broke a finger.

The one-day wizard has been ruled out of Sunday’s final ODI with Australia and is sweating on his place for the 50-over tournament.

According to The Sun, Morgan first noticed the problem in the fourth one-dayer in Adelaide … Original source on Gaea Times at : England middle-order bat Morgan has a fractured finger.

Deion Sanders Elected For Pro Football Hall Of Fame

DALLAS (GaeaTimes.com)- Deion Sanders was one of the seven NFL players who have been inducted in 2011 Pro Football Hall Of Fame. This recognition was well deserved as according to many sources, Deion Sanders had been in consistent demands during his active years as every team wanted him to play for them. In his … Read : Deion Sanders Elected For Pro Football Hall Of Fame.

Pak sports minister welcomes ICC tribunal decision to ban ‘tainted trio’

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s Sports Minister Ijaz Hussain Jakhrani has welcomed the International Cricket Council’s Anti-Corruption Tribunal’s decision to ban Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Aamir over spot-fixing charges.

“If any player from any country is involved in dirty act, they should be punished and this will be good for the game of cricket,” the Daily …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Pak sports minister welcomes ICC tribunal decision to ban ‘tainted trio’.

UFC 126 Fight Card Results Declared

LAS VEGAS (GaeaTimes.com)- Much anticipated Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) 126 was aired on Spike TV and it turned out to be an entertaining one. The audience of Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas cheered for their favorite fighters as the nail biting bouts progressed. According to some bloggers, last night’s show can be … Read : UFC 126 Fight Card Results Declared.

PCB won’t challenge ICC Tribunal’s bans imposed on Pak tainted trio, says Butt

KARACHI – The Pakistan Cricket Board will not appeal against the Anti-Corruption Tribunal bans imposed on the tainted trio- Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir- for proven spot-fixing charges against them, PCB chief Ijaz Butt has said.

“The PCB does not have the jurisdiction to challenge the bans on these three players because this is …. Source : PCB won’t challenge ICC Tribunal’s bans imposed on Pak tainted trio, says Butt.

Athletes ‘prone to skin infections’

WASHINGTON – Dermatologists are urging athletes and coaches to be aware of the most common skin conditions caused by bacteria, viruses and fungi that occur in teammates and educating them on how to prevent a widespread outbreak.

“Outbreaks of ringworm, herpes, and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) have occurred at the high school, collegiate, and professional level [..] Read the original article: here.

Real Madrid’s results don’t determine my future: Mourinho

MADRID – Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has said that his future at the club doesn’t depend on his leading the side to good results, but on other factors.

Speaking in his weekly pre-match press conference ahead of Sunday’s league game against Real Sociedad, the Xinhua news agency quoted Mourinho as saying: “My future has nothing …. Original source : Real Madrid’s results don’t determine my future: Mourinho.