Mar 11, 2010

Strategic breaks are interesting: Zaheer


The overs-specific 2.5-minute strategic breaks for batting as well as fielding sides in IPL3 would be interesting to watch, feels pacer Zaheer Khan.


We showed '83 wasn't a fluke: Gavaskar


On the silver jubilee of India's landmark World Championship of Cricket win in 1985, Gavaskar says there were no expectations from his team.


All set for a successful IPL: Lalit Modi


The continuing Television news channels boycott notwithstanding, Lalit Modi expects a successful third edition of IPL starting March 12.


B'desh omit Ashraful for Eng Test series


Bangladesh have omitted former captain Mohammad Ashraful from the 14-man squad named for the Test series against England starting on Friday.


IPL won't run beyond seven weeks: Modi


Two new franchises will be added next season but despite the increased number of matches, IPL will not run beyond seven weeks, says Lalit Modi.


Windies seamers skittle Zimbabwe to take series lead


West Indies enjoyed a crushing 141-run victory over Zimbabwe to take a 2-1 lead in their five match ODI series after dismissing the tourists for just 104.


Demand in Rajya Sabha to confer Bharat Ratna on Sachin


A strong demand was made in the Rajya Sabha for conferring the country's highest civilian honour Bharat Ratna on Sachin Tendulkar for his unparalleled feats.


Bat well and England can win Ashes Down Under: Vaughan


England have their best chance of winning the Ashes in Australia later this year since their 1987 series victory, former captain Michael Vaughan said.


St George's Park, Port Elizabeth


St George's Park staged the first Test to be played outside England or Australia in 1888-89 and in 1969-70 hosted the final Test before South Africa's isolation.


Rohit's triple came after Sehwag's advice


Rohit Sharma was the recipient of some sound advice from Virender Sehwag before the Ranji Trophy match where the Mumbaikar went on to score a mammoth 309.


Jhulan, Mithali maintain top spots in ICC ODI rankings


India skipper Jhulan Goswami and her teammate Mithali Raj continued to lead ICC Women's ODI ranking lists for the bowlers and the batswomen respectively.


Deepika lights up Ambegaon village


Deepika PadukoneIt seems like the whole of Bollywood has taken to Charity and Philanthropy, and not far behind in this race is Deepika Padukone. She has recently adopted a village in Maharashtra by the name of Ambegaon that needed a do-gooder desperately. Her adoption of the village was part of the Greenathon campaign and since Ambegaon village was facing major electricity crisis, Miss Padukone decided to do the needful. She decided to sponsor them. Picking this village over others wasn't a spur of the moment decision for her. She did a lot of reading and research before she gave the village a helping hand. Going the whole way, Deepika plans to visit the village in the near future again to see the progress. That's being a responsible citizen. What say?


Live Chat: Vijay Lalwani on March 12 at 1600 hrs IST


Vijay LalwaniIn the last few years, many ad filmmakers such as Pradeep Sarkar, R.Balki, Rensil D'Silva, etc. have made an entry into Bollywood as directors. The latest person from the ad fraternity to join the film fraternity is none other than Vijay Lalwani, director of the recently released romantic thriller Karthik Calling Karthik (KCK). The Farhan- Deepika starrer has been garnering rave reviews and Vijay's directorial skills have fetched him a lot of praise. Now that the film is released since two weeks, we at Bollywood Hungama give you a chance to ask Vijay Lalwani all that you want about KCK, his future projects and much more through an exclusive Live Video Chat on Friday, March 12, at 1600 hrs IST. Don't miss!!!


Real backing for Pellegrini


Manuel Pellegrini has received the backing of Jorge Valdano after Real Madrid crashed out of the Champions League against Lyon.


Pellegrini: I will not quit Real Madrid


Manuel Pellegrini dismissed any suggestion he might step down in the wake of Real Madrid's Champions League exit at the hands of Lyon.


Beckham: Rooney 'exceptional talent'


David Beckham described Wayne Rooney as among the world's best as Manchester United dumped AC Milan out of the Champions League.


Fergie hails 'sensational' Rooney


Sir Alex Ferguson hailed Wayne Rooney's performance as "sensational" as he shot down AC Milan at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.


Real Madrid 1-1 Lyon


Real Madrid's dreams of a Champions League final at their Bernabeu home were crushed by Lyon after a 1-1 second-leg draw.


Gerrard to avoid FA disciplinary action


The FA have confirmed Steven Gerrard will face no disciplinary action over allegations he made a V-sign at referee Andre Marriner.


Burnley 1-1 Stoke


David Nugent regained his scoring touch for the second match in a row but Burnley had to settle for a point when what they really needed was a victory.


Manchester United 4-0 AC Milan


Wayne Rooney led a Manchester United cruise into the Champions League quarter-finals after beating Milan 4-0 at Old Trafford.


Czech Gambrinus Liga Review


Teplice moved top of the Gambrinus Liga - above Sparta Prague on goal difference - following a 2-1 defeat of Plzen.


Juventus vs Fulham Preview


Alberto Zaccheroni has warned his Juventus side to avoid complacency against Fulham in their Europa League last 16 first leg clash.


Ivory Coast's search continues


Guus Hiddink has not signed a deal to coach Ivory Coast at this summer's World Cup, the country's football federation said.


Bordeaux 1-2 Auxerre


Bordeaux's grip on the Ligue 1 title loosened just a little as Auxerre came from behind to win at Stade Chaban-Delmas.


Ten Cate offers resignation after loss


Henk ten Cate offered to resign as boss of Dubai's Al Ahli after little more than a month in charge following today's 5-0 home defeat to Qatar's Al Sadd.


Turkish Super Lig Review


Bursaspor and Besiktas kept the pressure on Super Lig pacesetters Galatasaray with victories.


"England a safe pair of hands"


Paul Elliott believes England would be "a safe pair of hands" to hold the World Cup due to its commercial strength and existing infrastructure.


Classy Man Utd crush sorry Milan


Wayne Rooney scores twice in another irresistible display as Manchester United beat Milan 4-0 on the night and 7-2 on aggregate to ease into the Champions League quarter-finals.


Burnley 1-1 Stoke


David Nugent's headed finish earns relegation-threatened Burnley their first point in five games in a scrappy encounter at Turf Moor.


Real Madrid 1-1 Lyon (agg 1-2)


Real Madrid crash out of the Champions League to Lyon 2-1 on aggregate after being held 1-1 at the Bernabeu.


Pompey axe 85 jobs to cut costs


Administrators at Portsmouth FC start to make employees redundant, with 85 people losing their jobs.


Reading 4-1 Derby


Reading hammer Derby in an eventful match which sees Rams midfielder Robbie Savage play in goal after substitute keeper Saul Deeney is sent off.


Capello eyes World Cup semi-final


England manager Fabio Capello insists the Football Association's target of reaching the semi-finals at the World Cup in South Africa is achievable.


Moravcik hopes Celtic keep Keane


Former Celtic midfielder Lubo Moravcik says the club should try to make permanent Robbie Keane's deal.


Bendtner response delights Wenger


Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger praises the resolve of Nicklas Bendtner, who put recent media criticism behind him by scoring a hat-trick in the 5-0 Champions League win over Porto.


Benitez hits back at Wigan chief


Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez says Dave Whelan should concentrate on his own club after the Wigan chairman's claim that the Reds are in a "mess".


Chester wound up at court hearing


Chester City are wound up at a High Court hearing in London on Wednesday.


Cardiff given tax bill deadline


Cardiff City are given eight more weeks by the High Court to settle an outstanding tax bill.


FA reveals Cup semi-finals dates


The FA unveils the details of the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley, as Tottenham gear up to face Fulham in a sixth-round replay.


Ivory Coast court Troussier


Ivory Coast talk to the 'White Witch Doctor' about taking the Elephants to the World Cup.


Southend get High Court extension


Southend United are granted a 35-day extension by the High Court to repay their debts.


No European place for Portsmouth


Portsmouth will not be able to compete in Europe next season even if they win the FA Cup.


Govt will not succumb to TECOM's demand: Achthanandan