Friday, December 31, 2010

South Africa hope for repeat of history

South Africa hope for repeat of history


South Africa hope for repeat of history

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 05:44 PM PST

Four years ago, South Africa beat India by five wickets at Newlands after the Test series had been locked at one-all - as is the case in the current series.


Real face derby test as Barca chase resumes

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 05:36 PM PST

Real Madrid kick off 2011 with a testing derby day at city neighbours Getafe on Monday as Jose Mourinho's side bid to close the two-point gap on Spanish league leaders Barcelona.


Asian Cup: Youthful China look to future

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 04:44 PM PST

China's squad for the Asian Cup is the youngest in the team's history, but after a number of breakthroughs in 2010 there is a renewed air of optimism around the continent's perennial under-achievers.


Hot dates of 2011 sporting events

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 03:50 PM PST



NBA: Boozer boosts Bulls over Nets

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 03:33 PM PST

Carlos Boozer scored 20 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to spark the Chicago Bulls to their 12th victory in 14 NBA games, a 90-81 triumph over the New Jersey Nets on Friday.


NBA: Paul powers Hornets past Celtics

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 03:12 PM PST

Chris Paul scored 20 points and added 11 assists Friday to spark the New Orleans Hornets past Boston 83-81, handing the Celtics only their second home loss in 15 games this season.


After ups and downs, James says 2010 was memorable

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 02:05 PM PST

Given the opportunity, LeBron James would change countless things about 2010. How his infamous 'Decision' to leave Cleveland was executed. The fraying of some long relationships with the Cavaliers.


Tiger turns 35, sees year of opportunities

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 01:06 PM PST

Tiger Woods sent a message to fans after celebrating his 35th birthday, looking forward to new challenges and leaving behind a winless year of personal turmoil.


North Korea beat Qatar 1-0 in friendly

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 12:35 PM PST

North Korea beat Qatar 1-0 on Friday in a warm-up match ahead of next week's Asian Cup.


India bank on Gary Kirsten's knowledge

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 10:52 AM PST

India surely will have coach Gary Kirsten's vast knowledge of the conditions at their disposal as they try to wrest their first-ever series win in South Africa.


Beckham sues US magazine over claims he cheated on his wife with a hooker

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 10:38 AM PST

The magazine had reported that the former England captain cheated on his wife Victoria with the $10,000-a-night Bosnian-born prostitute and engaged in a threesome.


Aston Villa's Guzan joins Hull on 1-month loan

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 08:59 AM PST

American goalkeeper Brad Guzan has joined second-tier English side Hull on a one-month loan.


Wayne Rooney plans to go into management

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 08:00 AM PST

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney revealed on Friday that he is planning to go into management when he calls time on his playing career.


Nadal and Federer in Abu Dhabi final

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 07:57 AM PST

Tennis icons Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer will contest the final of the Mubadala world tennis championship exhibition tournament in Abu Dhabi.


Somdev-Sanam, Divij-Vishnu get wild cards for Chennai Open

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 07:02 AM PST

The organisers of the Aircel Chennai Open have decided to award wild cards entry to the pair of Somdev-Sanam and Divij-Vishnu Vardhan.


India are an ageing side, says Vaughan

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 06:48 AM PST

Former England captain Michael Vaughan says India are an ageing side and expects his country to succeed MS Dhoni's men as the No. 1 Test side.


Ryder Cup winner McDowell honoured by Queen

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 06:29 AM PST

US Open and Ryder Cup-winning golfer Graeme McDowell was among the sports figures honoured by Queen Elizabeth II in her New Year list.


Former Argentina captain Ayala retires

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 06:18 AM PST

Former Argentina captain Roberto Ayala, his country's second most-capped player, has told his club that he is retiring, according to Argentine media reports.


Laxman values respect of teammates

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 05:46 AM PST

He may not have got the same recognition like some of his teammates, but for VVS Laxman the respect he gets in the dressing room is more valuable.


Federer in World Tennis C'ships final

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 05:42 AM PST

Roger Federer rallied from a set down to beat Robin Soderling 6-7 (3), 6-3, 6-3 on Friday and reach the final of the World Tennis Championships in Abu Dhabi.


Fergie recalls loan stars after Preston axe son Darren

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 05:07 AM PST

Sir Alex Ferguson has recalled two of Manchester United's young stars from loan spells at Preston after the Championship club sacked his son Darren.


ICC denies any complaint against Davis

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 04:32 AM PST

The ICC made it clear that it has not received any complaint from CSA against umpire Steve Davis, reportedly spotted drunk by South African players.


I deserve to be No. 1: Wozniacki

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 03:31 AM PST

Top-ranked Caroline Wozniacki says she deserves to hold top spot in women's tennis despite still hunting for her first win in a major tournament.


IPL: Ganguly, VVS hike their base price

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 03:29 AM PST

Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman have decided to put themselves in the highest base price bracket of $400,000 for the auction of the fourth edition of IPL.


Alex Ferguson expects closest title race

Posted: 31 Dec 2010 03:10 AM PST

Sir Alex Ferguson enters his 25th year as Manchester United manager this weekend anticipating the tightest title battle of his long and illustrious career.


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