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Cape Town match will determine outcome of Proteas-Oz series: Arthur

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 23:41
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Cape Town (South Africa), Apr.8 (ANI): Proteas coach Mickey Arthur believes outcome of the third one-day match with Australia could determine the outcome of the five-match series. The match will take place in Cape Town on Thursday. "It's hugely important to us and we are really looking forward to it. The two teams are evenly matched and it's all there for ... Full story

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Shoaib says Australia will have an edge over Pak in UAE series

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 23:41
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Karachi, Apr.8 (ANI): Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar sees Australia having an edge over them in the forthcoming One-Day International series in the UAE. Akhtar, who was included in the team for the April 22-May 7 series after he was declared fit following a series of extensive ... Full story

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President Patil congratulates Indian team on series victory in New Zealand

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 3:29
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New Delhi, Apr.7 (ANI): President Pratibha Devisingh Patil congratulated Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on his team's series victory in New Zealand today. In her message, the President has said, "I congratulate all members of your team on the magnificent achievement of winning the just concluded Test Series ... Full story

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‘We have set the benchmark’, says Dhoni

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 3:29
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Wellington, Apr. 7 (ANI): Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni today praised his squad for gelling together to effect a series triumph in New Zealand after 41 years, and added that it had set a benchmark for future Indian teams to achieve. "It's a fantastic atmosphere , can't get better. We have set the benchmark. Next time ... Full story

Oram selected for Twenty20 World Cup

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:59
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Wellington, Apr.7 (ANI): New Zealand cricket selectors have taken a gamble by selecting injury-prone all rounder Jacob Oram in their Twenty20 World Cup squad today. Oram played no part in the three-test series against India because of an Achilles tendon strain. He is currently playing for Central Districts in ... Full story

Indian ice hockey team felicitated for wining IIHF gong

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:59
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Leh, Apr 7 (ANI): In a rare honour, the Indian Ice Hockey team was felicitated on its return from Abu Dhabi (UAE), where it participated in the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Challenge Cup of Asia. Ajit Kumar Sahu, Deputy Commissioner, Leh in Jammu and Kashmir did the honours. This was the first ... Full story

PCB sees 50-50 chance of ICC allowing rebel ICL players for T20 World Championship

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:34
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Karachi, Apr.7 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is skeptic about the International Cricket Council (ICC) giving clearance to players who sided with the rebel Indian Cricket League (ICL) to play in the World Twenty 20 Championship scheduled to be held in England in June. The PCB has included three rebel cricketers Abdul Razzaq, Rana Naved-ul-Hasan and Imran Nazir in the list of 30 probable ... Full story

PCB details Miandad’s role as DG

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:34
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Lahore, Apr.7 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has clearly demarcated the role and functions of its Director General, Javed Miandad. "Miandad will look after the development of domestic cricket in Pakistan. He will be special advisor to the PCB Chairman and also be incharge of development of women's cricket as per instructions of PCB chief Ijaz Butt," The Daily Times quoted a PCB spokesperson, as ... Full story

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President congratulates Indian team on series victory in New Zealand

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:26
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New Delhi, Apr 7 (ANI): President Pratibha Patil has congratulated Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on his team winning the Test series in New Zealand today. In her message, the President said, "I congratulate all members of your team on the magnificent achievement of winning the just concluded Test Series against New Zealand in New Zealand after a gap of 41 years. The ... Full story

McGrath says Twenty20 needs high energy level

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:25
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New Delhi, Apr 7 (ANI): Australian cricket great Glenn McGrath has said India's cash-rich Twenty20 league has uplifted the game to a higher level. "It's definitely different format of cricket. We take it too seriously. It is a quick and energetic game. You can't afford to have one or two bad overs. So you got to focus the whole time, so it's at different energy level ... Full story

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Son appears to be following in Beck’s footie steps

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:04
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London, Apr.7 (ANI): England soccer star David Beckham's son, Brooklyn, appears to be following in his father footsteps by showing off his football skills at an Italian park. Brooklyn, 10, enjoyed the Italian sunshine as he and his two brothers Romeo, six, and Cruz, four, visited the park for a kickabout, The Telegraph reports. Accompanied by a minder, Brooklyn displayed some of the skills he may ... Full story

`I would die and go to hell if it’s a Ponzi scheme,’ says Texan cricket moghul Stanford

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:03
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Washington, Apr.7 (ANI): Texan billionaire Allen Stanford has denied any wrongdoing in connection with a 9.2-billion dollar fraud, and said he "would die and go to hell if it's a Ponzi scheme." The wealthy cricket mogul told ABC News: "Baloney. Baloney.... It's not a Ponzi scheme. If it was a Ponzi scheme, why are they finding billions and billions of dollars all over the place?" The ... Full story

ManU’s teen sensation cost them just 35,000 pounds

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:01
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London, Apr 7 (ANI): The 17-year-old Manchester United teen sensation, Federico Macheda, earns little more than a grand a week, the amount Rio Ferdinand picks up every two hours. A row has erupted in Italy with his old club Lazio fuming at being paid so little in compensation after Macheda's match-winner against Aston Villa on Sunday. Lazio president Claudio Lottito launched a devastating attack on ... Full story

Robinho to face no police action over rape claim

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:01
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London, Apr 7 (ANI): Manchester City star Robinho will not face any charges over a rape allegation made against him in January. West Yorkshire Police launched an investigation after an 18-year-old woman complained of being sexually assaulted at a nightclub in Leeds, where Robinho was partying with Manchester City teammates in the early hours of Jan. 14. The Brazil international forward was arrested and released on ... Full story

Becks named ‘Best Dressed Man’

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:00
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Washington, April 7 (ANI): Soccer ace David Beckham has been named Best Dressed Man by U.K.'s Glamour magazine. The Los Angeles Galaxy player snagged the top honours beating out DJ Mark Ronson, who came second. Gossip Girl star Ed Westwick landed the third spot while Brad Pitt stood fourth. Johnny Depp rounded off the top five, reports Contactmusic. Best Dressed Men: 1. David Beckham 2. DJ Mark Ronson 3. Ed Westwick 4. Brad ... Full story

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India achieves series win in New Zealand after 41 years

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 2:00
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Wellington, Apr.7 (ANI): Though rain played spoilsport on the fifth and final day of the third test match between India and New Zealand forcing a draw from absolute victory, India achieved the cherished goal of a series victory here after 41 years. Chasing 617 runs for an improbable victory, New Zealand ended on 281 for the loss of eight wickets in their second innings. They scored ... Full story

Serena Williams’ tiny bikini bottoms ‘disappear’ on Miami beach!

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 1:59
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London, April 7 (ANI): Tennis ace Serena Williams gave onlookers an eyeful after her tiny bikini bottoms reportedly fade away from view after she bend over to board a jet ski on Miami beach. The curvy player was snapped enjoying the sun as she swam and played with seaweed in a skimpy black bikini. The former world number one was said to have had the uncomfortable wedgie ... Full story

Ponting confident about team bouncing back in third ODI

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 1:58
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Sydney, Apr 7 (ANI): Australian Skipper Ricky Ponting has backed his openers Brad Haddin and Michael Clarke to bounce back and has publicly challenged himself to lift his game after being thrashed by South Africa in the second game of their one-day international series. Australia were blown away by pace duo Wayne Parnell (4-25) and Dale Steyn (4-27) at Centurion as South Africa bowled the tourists ... Full story

Kent skipper Key emerges front-runner to captain England’s T20 squad

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 1:58
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London, Apr 7 (ANI): Kent skipper Rob Key has emerged as a front runner to be England's Twenty20 captain after Andrew Strauss was dramatically axed from the list of probables. Key tops the list for World Twenty20 event because he is a sharp thinker, aggressive batsman and a respected leader, The Sun reported. He has long been regarded as England captaincy material as Key led ... Full story

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Fergie flips as Ronaldo quizzed about Man U future

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 1:54
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London, Apr.7 (ANI): Manchester United coach-cum-manager Alex Ferguson flipped on Monday as his portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo was again quizzed about his future at the club. Ronaldo continues to be linked with a move to Real Madrid in the summer. But despite that, both manager and player bristled at a press conference yesterday when Ronaldo was questioned about whether he will go. Fergie: "How many times ... Full story

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