Jul 1, 2011

Murray ready for Nadal challenge


Britain's Andy Murray faces the daunting challenge of defeating defending champion Rafael Nadal on Friday if he is to reach his first Wimbledon final.


'Lockout' threat looms over NBA


Next season's NBA season is in jeopardy after team owners decide to "lock out" players following a failure to reach a new collective bargaining agreement.


Haye must go for knockout - Lewis


Lennox Lewis warns David Haye he must knock out Wladimir Klitschko because there is "no way" the judges will award him a points win in Germany on Saturday.


Sharapova reaches Wimbledon final


Maria Sharapova recovers from a dreadful start to beat Sabine Lisicki 6-4 6-3 and reach her first Wimbledon final since her triumph in 2004.


Contador angry over drugs appeal


Alberto Contador describes the uncertainty over the appeal into his doping ban "ridiculous" ahead of the Tour de France, which starts on Saturday.


Man City hold talks over Clichy


Manchester City are in talks with Arsenal over the possible signing of Gael Clichy, BBC Sport has learned.


Sharma haul gives India advantage


Ishant Sharma takes a career best 6-55 as India establish a narrow lead after the third day of the second Test in Bridgetown.


F1 aims to make efficiency 'cool'


Ross Brawn believes the engine changes to Formula 1 cars will send out a message that efficiency and fuel-saving is 'cool'.


Ex-NBA star Ortiz on drug charges


A court in Puerto Rico charges former basketball star and ex-Utah Jazz player Jose "Piculin" Ortiz with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.


England seek to build series lead


England will seek to build on the convincing display they gave in the first one-day international when they face Sri Lanka again on Friday.


Greene leads Britons in Lausanne


Great Britain's Dai Greene wins the 400m hurdles as Asafa Powell becomes the fastest man in the world this year in the Diamond League meeting in Lausanne.


Sunderland sign South Korean star


Sunderland complete the signing of South Korea striker Ji Dong-won from Chunnam Dragons for an undisclosed fee.


Liverpool part company with Lee


Sammy Lee has left his role as Liverpool's assistant manager, BBC Radio Merseyside has learned.


Fulham build Europa League lead


Goals from Damien Duff, Danny Murphy and Andrew Johnson give Fulham a three-goal lead after the first leg of their Europa League qualifier against NSI Runavik at Craven Cottage.


Ricciardo set for Formula 1 debut


Toro Rosso reserve driver Daniel Ricciardo is set to make his Formula 1 racing debut at the British Grand Prix next weekend for Hispania Racing.


Liverpool will not overpay for targets


According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool's principal owner John W Henry insists that the club will not pay over the odds for players.


Hamsik would consider Napoli exit


Napoli playmaker Marek Hamsik has revealed he would consider leaving the club if the right offer from a big club came in.


Bayern prepared to up Boateng bid


Bayern Munich are reportedly ready to increase their offer for Manchester City's Jerome Boateng as they look to land their third signing of the summer.


Gago aware of Aguero influence


Real Madrid midfielder Fernando Gago acknowledges that compatriot Sergio Aguero has to quality to make a difference for any club.


Argentina to justify favourites tag


Argentina are favourites to land this year's Copa America title, and their players are ready to show just why they are regarded so highly.


Tottenham back in for £35m Rossi


Tottenham are reportedly back in the fray for Villarreal's highly-rated striker Giuseppe Rossi.


Gervinho: I'm going to Arsenal to win


Lille striker Gervinho has given the biggest confirmation yet that he will soon be completing an impending move to Arsenal.


Athletics: Greene wins in Lausanne


Dai Greene admitted he is dreaming of World Championship gold in Daegu in August after winning the 400m hurdles at the Diamond League meeting in Lausanne.


Slater: Valencia's hometown heroes


ESPNSTAR.com columnist Steve Slater believes there were plenty of positives to take from last Sunday's European Grand Prix in Valencia.


Rugby: Chiefs ready for Leicester


Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter insists his side are not fazed by opening the Aviva Premiership season with a trip to Leicester.


Boxing: Haye confident of Vitali bout


David Haye is confident he will fight Vitali Klitschko later this year after he has "smashed" his brother Wladimir on Saturday.


Boxing: "Haye must knock Wlad out"


Lennox Lewis has warned David Haye he must knock Wladimir Klitschko out on Saturday because there is "no way" the judges will award him a points win in Germany.


Vettel's title charge back on track


Sebastian Vettel's victory in Valencia on Sunday was the performance of a world champion.


Ricciardo's wait for F1 debut over


Rising Formula One star Daniel Ricciardo is to make his racing debut at the British Grand Prix next weekend.


Ask your questions to Imran Khan


Imran KhanThe great William Shakespeare once quoted, 'What's in a name?'. Well, if your name is Imran Khan, then, there is…a lot in a name. After having made an unforgettable debut with the smash hit Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na, Imran went onto reach dizzying heights with his stellar performances in film after film. One such stellar performance awaits one and all in Delhi Belly. Continuing the tradition of bridging you with your favourite star, Bollywood Hungama gives you a platform to ask your questions to Imran Khan himself! All you need to do is simply post in your questions in the comments section below and we'll get them answered from Imran Khan himself on video! What are you waiting for, type in your questions now!


Live Chat: Sonal Chauhan on July 1 at 1630 hrs IST


Sonal ChauhanSonal Chauhan is the superhot actress who made her debut opposite Emraan Hashmi in Jannat. And now, she is all set to take the BO by storm with her forthcoming film Bbuddah...Hoga Terra Baap in which she stars alongwith the legendary Amitabh Bachchan. Bollywood Hungama brings you an exclusive Video Celebrity Chat session with the hot damsel herself on Friday, July 1, at 1630 hrs IST.


Bhairavi Goswami lashes out at Bachchans?


While the whole industry had only good wishes for the Bachchan family, after news of Aishwarya's pregnancy broke out last week, starlet Bhairavi Goswami feels otherwise. The actress, who debuted in Bheja Fry, lashed out at the Bachchans indirectly on popular social networking site Twitter. Bhairavi tweeted, "Nauseating 2 read superstars givg interviews abt wanting a girl baby whn she has gone 2 Bangkok to an IVF clinic which specializes in boy babies. Height of hypocrisy. They knw damn well its a boy, aftr all she has to produce a male heir at any cost - Typical UP mentality, no wonder that state has such high female foeticide." Knowing the Bachchans, we are pretty sure, they won't bother to react to such talk.


Salman Khan to be the brand ambassador of Exide batteries?


Salman KhanSalman Khan, today is simply the 'Dabangg' guy who is 'Ready' for anything and everything, be it films, ramp walk, running an NGO and even brand endorsements. After having taken the Box-Office by thunderstorm with his latest release Ready, Salman is now set to take the ad commercial world also by tornado, by being chosen as the brand ambassador of 'Exide Batteries', so informs Bollywood Hungama's reliable sources. The official confirmation of the same is being awaited.


Dhoni plays down TV replay blunder


Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni stated he would rather blame himself rather than anyone else for playing a poor shot.


ICC confirms mix-up in Dhoni dismissal


The ICC have confirmed India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was incorrectly given out during the second Test against West Indies.


Sharma stars on rain-hit day


Ishant Sharma claimed Test-best figures of six for 55 as India gained a slight edge over West Indies following a rain-affected third day of the second Test in Barbados.


Bresnan not fazed by bad memories


Tim Bresnan is hoping to escape any unwelcome reminders tomorrow of his last one-day international experience against Sri Lanka on his home ground.


Gibson: Chanderpaul, Samuels are key


West Indies coach Ottis Gibson is confident that his batsmen, who have flopped so far, would come good in the ongoing second cricket Test against India.


Gambhir fit for England tour


Star India opener Gautam Gambhir has declared himself fully fit for the upcoming England tour.


RCB, Warriors to kick off CLT20


IPL 4 runners-up RCB and Warriors of South Africa will kick off the third edition of the CLT20 tournament in Bangalore on September 23.


ICC urges Boards to become autonomous


The International Cricket Council has urged the cricket Boards to become autonomous or they run the risk of facing sanctions.


ICC stands firm on World Twenty20


The International Cricket Council will stand by their decision to cut the number of teams at the next two World Twenty20 tournaments to 12.


Wrong replay shown to nail Dhoni


The controversy over poor umpiring in the Test series between India and the West Indies has taken a new twist.


Thunder rope in Gayle for Big Bash


Sydney Thunder have announced the signing of big-hitting West Indian batsman Chris Gayle for the Big Bash League later this year.


Ganguly predicts tough English test


Sourav Ganguly warned the world champions to tackle a potent England pace attack to emerge victorious in the Test series.


Harper withdraws from final Test


Australian umpire Daryl Harper has withdrawn from officiating in the third Test between West Indies and India - which was due to be his last as an Elite Panel member.