Monday, January 2, 2012

Employ Lillee to mentor injured Johnson, Gilbert tells CA

Employ Lillee to mentor injured Johnson, Gilbert tells CA

Employ Lillee to mentor injured Johnson, Gilbert tells CA

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With injured Australia pacer Mitchell Johnson facing a slide in the rankings and a pay cut, former Test fast bowler Dave Gilbert has asked Cricket Australia to employ legendary Dennis Lillee to mentor the beleaguered left-arm quick.

Pattinson is Australia`s chief asset, says former pacers

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He has just played three Tests for his country, but the young fast bowler James Pattinson has already been tipped to become Australia`s most destructive paceman in future.

Tendulkar`s mental strength makes him a legend: Clark

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Stating that Sachin Tendulkar`s mental strength makes him a legendary batsman, former Australia pacer Stuart Clark has said the `modern-day Don Bradman` would get to his elusive 100th international century in the second Test against Australia.

SCG to get USD 191 million makeover before 2014 Ashes

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The iconic Sydney Cricket Ground is all set to get a major facelift ahead of the 2014 Ashes series for a whopping USD 191 million.

Strauss eager to conquer Asia `frontier`

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England captain Andrew Strauss believes only by succeeding away to Pakistan and Sri Lanka will his side convince the whole of world cricket they deserve their number one Test ranking.

PCB to seek govt`s clearance before hosting international teams

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The Cricket Board (PCB) will only make an official bid to host any international event, including the Asia Cup in Pakistan only after getting clearance from the interior ministry.

Whatmore issued visa to visit Lahore

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Australian coach Dav Whatmore has been issued a visit visa by the Pakistan embassy in Canberra, clearing the way for his scheduled visit to Lahore this month to finalise his contractual terms with the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Spot-fixing scandal tainted Pak cricket’s image in 2011: Pak Editorial

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The convictions of three Pakistan cricketers- Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Aamir in a spot-fixing case by a United Kingdom court had tainted the image of the country’s cricket in 2011, an editorial in a Pakistan daily has said.

I want all my Real players to stay: Mourinho

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Jose Mourinho does not want any Real Madrid players to leave in the January transfer window, the coach said.

Afghan girls throw punches, aim for Olympic gold

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Teenage Afghan sisters Shabnam and Sadaf Rahimi are taking the fight for women`s rights more literally than most of their peers, throwing punches in a ring as members of their country`s first team of female boxers.

Late goals give Fulham dramatic win over Arsenal

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Fulham scored twice in the dying minutes to beat Arsenal 2-1 and deny them a return to the top four in the Premier League in a dramatic match at Craven Cottage.

Sydney Test: Pacers put Australia on top

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Australian pace trio of James Pattinson (4/43), Peter Siddle (3/51) and Ben Hilfenhaus (3/55) came up with a superb exhibition of seam and swing bowling to shoot out India for a paltry 191 in the first innings in just 59.3 overs to put the hosts in commanding position on Day 1 of the second Test at Sydney which is hosting its 100th Test.

Chennai Open 2012: Erlich, Ram breeze past young Indian pair

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The fourth seed Israeli pair of Jonathan Erlich and Andy Ram breezed past the inexperienced Indian doubles pairing of Mohit Mayur Jayaprakash and Ramkumar Ramanathan in the first round of the doubles event of the Chennai Open 2012.

Will there be 100th ton for Sachin at 100th Sydney Test?

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Both India and Australia will enter the history books when they play the 100th Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Penn`s double helps East Bengal pip Air India

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East Bengal rode on Orji Penn`s double to end their I-League first-leg campaign on a high with a 2-1 victory over Air India at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan.

Late Lampard goal ends Chelsea`s winless run

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Chelsea ended a four-match winless run when Frank Lampard struck late to secure a 2-1 Premier League victory at Wolverhampton.

Bhambri in second round, Vishnu loses in Chennai Open

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Yuki Bhambri entered the second round while his compatriot Vishnu Vardhan waged a grim battle before losing in three sets.

US loses to Denmark 2-1 at Hopman Cup

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The United States lost to Denmark 2-1 at the Hopman Cup on Monday.

Federer says busy start will be a physical test

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Roger Federer is hoping his ageing body will be able to stand up to a hectic start to 2012, the former world number one says.

Pacer Junaid to know his fate on Friday

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Promising left-arm pacer Junaid Khan will know on Friday whether he will be part of Pakistan Test squad for the England series.

Somdev withdraws from Chennai Open

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Somdev Devvarman on Monday pulled out of the Chennai Open because of a recurring shoulder injury.

PCB plays safe with Whatmore`s appointment as Pak coach

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Whatmore would be visiting Lahore shortly after which it would be known whether an agreement is signed or not.

Bhambri rues lack of financial support

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Former world number one junior player Yuki Bhambri has lamented the lack of financial support to young Indian tennis players.

Under-prepared Nadal adjusting to heavier racket

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World number two Rafa Nadal said his preparations for the new season had not been ideal as he adjusted to using a heavier racket.

Ailing mother inspires Cowan to Test ranks

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As Australia gear up to face India in the second cricket Test starting from Tuesday; it will be an emotional moment for the rookie opener Ed Cowan.

SDAT-RMK Chennai Open chess tourney from Tuesday

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The fourth edition of the SDAT-RMK Chennai Open International Grandmasters chess tournament has attracted 286 entries from 13 countries.

Bhambri shocks Beck in Chennai Open

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Yuki Bhambri shocked higher ranked Karol Beck of Slovakia 6-2, 6-3 to make the second round of the ATP Chennai Open tennis tournament.

WTA Copenhagen to retain hard court surface: Organisers

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The WTA tennis tournament in Danish capital Copenhagen has dropped plans to switch to clay courts from the existing hard courts.

Flintoff lost joy for cricket after 2006-07 Ashes humiliation

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Flintoff, who skippered England in the whitewash in Australia, said he burst into tears and turned to drinking after the humiliating Ashes loss.

Lisicki, Pennetta win in Auckland 1st round

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Top-seeded Sabine Lisicki of Germany beat French wild-card entry Virginie Razzano 6-4, 6-4 Monday in the first round of the ASB Classic.

US, Denmark tied 1-1 at Hopman Cup

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The United States and Denmark were even at the Hopman Cup on Monday after singles victories by Mardy Fish and Caroline Wozniacki.

Chennai Open: Yuki puts out fancied Beck

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Teenager Yuki Bhambri kept his nerves at the finish to knock out a higher-ranked Slovak Karol Beck 6-2, 6-3 in just 79 minutes to enter the second round of the ATP Aircel Chennai Open here Monday.

Smith says S Africa must be mentally stronger

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South Africa must be mentally stronger in the third and final Test against Sri Lanka, captain Graeme Smith said on the eve of the match.

SLC election to be one sided

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The much awaited election of the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to be held tomorrow is all set to peter out as a no contest as the former president Tilanga Sumathipala`s faction plans to withdraw from the contest.

Mumbai reduced to 70/5 after bowling out MP for 192

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Hosts Madhya Pradesh made a strong comeback running through the Mumbai top-order after being dismissed for a paltry 192 on the first day of the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal, being played at Holkar Stadium.

Time to forget Pakistan scandals, says Strauss

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The scandals that have plagued recent series with Pakistan must be forgotten when England play them in the United Arab Emirates later this month, captain Andrew Strauss said on Monday.

Misbah says winning ‘more important thing’ than entertaining crowds at moment

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Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul Haq has said his side will focus on playing good cricket rather than just entertaining crowds, ahead of the upcoming series against England in the United Arab Emirates.

Rich Premier League footballers’ secret perks come under taxman’s scanner

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Premier League’s top football stars have attracted the interest of tax officials over enjoying secret perquisite’s and benefits. Stars like Wayne Rooney, John Terry and Frank Lampard are all now being subjected to heavy scrutiny by the tax authorities, the Daily Mail reports.

Watson hopes to be fit for third Test in Perth

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Injured Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has not given up hope of playing some part in the Test series against India and is aiming to be fit for the third match in Perth, starting on January 13.

Clark calls Tendulkar `Modern-day Don Bradman`

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Sachin Tendulkar`s mental strength makes him a legendary batsman says Australian pacer Stuart Clark.

Dogged Chopra takes Rajasthan to 220/5 Vs Hyderabad on Day I

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Aakash Chopra`s dogged half century and an equally gritty effort by glovesman Dishant Yagnik helped Rajasthan reach 220 for five.

Clarke, Dhoni feel there won`t be a Monkeygate thanks to IPL

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India captain MS Dhoni and his Australian counterpart Michael Clarke believe that the IPL has brought cricketers of the two countries together.

Saina will look to make a winning start in 2012

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Saina Nehwal will look to start the new year on a resounding note when she begins her campaign at the Korea Super Series.

Ferguson smokes peace pipe with Rooney after resolving row

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Alex Ferguson is considering bringing striker Wayne Rooney back into the squad for the January 4 game at Newcastle.

Man United striker Macheda joins QPR on loan

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Federico Macheda has joined struggling Queens Park Rangers on loan until the end of the season.

Former Liverpool and Everton defender Ablett dies

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Former Liverpool and Everton defender Gary Ablett has died at the age of 46 after a 16-month battle with cancer.

Arthur backs Lyon against Indian batsmen

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Australian coach Micky Arthur has given its backing to off-spinner Nathan Lyon to perform at SCG.

Chelsea stars declare ‘open mutiny’ over Villas-Boas’ ‘incompetence’

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Things have gone from bad to worse at Stamford Bridge as reports of an open mutiny over Andre Villas-Boas’ way of management.

Patel single-handedly scripts Karnataka`s downfall

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Harshal Patel broke the backbone of Karnataka`s batting line-up with eight-wicket haul to put underdog Haryana on the driver`s seat.

South Africa seek elusive series win

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Unlike the case with Durban, where South Africa have now lost four matches in a row, history is on the home team`s side at Newlands.
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