Oct 26, 2010

Family Court orders alimony to woman, 2 kids





Kerala urged to reinstate daily lucky draw





KPCC leader urges people to vote UDF





First phase of Kerala civic poll tomorrow





Canterbury Archbishop to arrive Kerala





BJP will not support UDF or LDF in elections: Muraleedhar





BJP says no vote for LDF, UDF in civic polls





Dhoni, Harbhajan bat for Suresh Raina


Indian captain MS Dhoni firmly backed Suresh Raina terming the reports of the young batsman being linked with an associate of a bookie as "baseless".


'Sunny batting for Kochi IPL franchise'


The Gaikwad family, which commands 25% free equity and 1% paid equity in the Kochi IPL franchise, revealed that Sunil Gavaskar had helped the consortium bag the franchise at the auction.


Gambhir, Ishant return for NZ series


Gautam Gambhir and Ishant Sharma returned after injury lay-offs as the national selectors announced a full strength Test squad for New Zealand series.


Tendulkar in all-time Test World XI


Sachin Tendulkar was the only current cricketer named in ESPNcricinfo's all-time Test World XI which did not include the likes of Lara, McGrath, Gavaskar.


Pakistan target win over South Africa


Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi hoped his beleaguered side is focused enough to counter a spirited South African team in the back-to-back Twenty20 matches.


India retain 2nd spot in ODI rankings


India retained second position after their 1-0 series victory over Australia in the ICC ODI team rankings while Virat Kohli rose 11 places to career best 13th.


'Pak players suspected of rigging Test'


Pakistan cricket plunged into another controversy with the former PCB chief Tauqir Zia claiming that six players were suspected of rigging the Sydney Test.


Rajasthan Royals move Bombay HC


Rajasthan Royals moved the Bombay high court against BCCI. TOI had reported that the team would go to court challenging its termination from the IPL.


3rd ODI called off, India win series 1-0


A damp outfield caused by overnight rains forced cancellation of the final ODI between India and Australia to give the hosts a 1-0 series victory.


BCCI trashes Raina's bookie link


BCCI described media report of Suresh Raina accompanying a woman allegedly linked to bookies during India's tour of Sri Lanka as "baseless".


Pak hopes of good news from SA series


Pakistan is hoping a strong performance in its upcoming series against South Africa, will help the team put the match fixing scandal behind.


Gary wanted team to reach SA early


The players might not have told the board about skipping the NZ ODI series but Kirsten had wanted the team to reach his home country a week in advance.


Salman Butt vows to prove innocence


Suspended Pakistan batsman Salman Butt vowed to prove his innocence and come out clear over allegations of spot-fixing on the recent tour of England.


Asif wants more time to prepare appeal


Mohammad Asif said, he had withdrawn his appeal against the suspension in order to give his lawyers more time to make a detailed document.


'Players yet to confirm on NZ ODIs'


MS Dhoni confirmed that no communication has been sent from the players' side to the Cricket Board to skip the upcoming New Zealand ODI series.


Ponting, Watson, Haddin back for Lanka ODI series


Skipper Ricky Ponting and Shane Watson returned from a short break in the 15-member Australian squad announced for the ODI series against Sri Lanka.


ICC expands qualification process for T20 World Cup


ICC announced that a new qualification tournament featuring 16 teams would take place in 2012 to give more teams a chance to make it to T20 WC in Lanka.


Oz players should be prepared to face Ashes axe: Clarke


Australia's Test players should be prepared to lose their spots during the Ashes series as many young talents are queuing for a chance, Michael Clarke 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.


Tiwary named Bengal Ranji captain


Bengal selectors passed the Ranji captaincy baton to Manoj Tiwary who led the state to four straight wins in the zonal leg of the Syed Mustaq Ali Trophy.


More exposure needed to nurture woman talents: Anjum Chopra


Indian women's team is struggling to find the talents and former captain Anjum Chopra feels the only way out is to give more exposure to the young lot through competitive matches.


Ian Bell awarded benefit year


England batsman Ian Bell has been awarded a benefit year by his county Warwickshire for the 2011 season.


'Ashes can restore cricket's pride'


Andy Flower believes the upcoming Ashes series can help cricket restore some of the credibility lost during this summer's spot-fixing scandal.


Tiwary named Bengal skipper


Bengal selectors passed the Ranji captaincy baton to Manoj Tiwary who led the state in the zonal leg of the Syed Mustaq Ali Trophy.


Doherty called up by Australia


Australia have called up Tasmania's left-arm finger spinner Xavier Doherty for the three-match Commonwealth Bank Series against Sri Lanka.


Dhoni, Harbhajan bat for Raina


MS Dhoni firmly backed teammate Suresh Raina terming the reports of the batsman being linked with a bookie as "baseless."


Emergency meet to discuss Kochi reply


The BCCI is ready with its reply for the letter sent by the newly formed Kochi franchise regarding the irregularities in its foundation.


Flower has team in mind for first Test


Andy Flower revealed he had already selected a likely England team for the first Ashes Test.


"Controversy won't worry Pakistan"


South Africa skipper Graeme Smith is expecting the same old Pakistan to turn up when the two sides lock horns a month-long battle.


'I need to perform consistently'


He strutted his stuff by striking a century against Australia but Virat Kohli is not taking his place in India's World Cup squad for granted.


'Our bench strength has come good'


The chairman of India's national selection committee Krishnamachari Srikkanth feels that the bench strength of the current team is good.


Flower: James will be there for opener


England team director Andy Flower on Monday declared himself confident James Anderson would be fit for the first Ashes Test.


'Slapgate is now a thing of the past'


The 'slapgate' incident is now a thing of the past and they have moved on in their lives, both Harbhajan Singh and S Sreesanth said on Monday.


'ICC knew Majeed's presence in Sydney'


ICC had concerns about the presence of London bookie Mazhar Majeed during the Sydney Test early this year but failed to inform CA about it.


Three SA players doubtful for opener


Three key South African players have joined the squad for T20, One-dayers and Test series against Pakistan in Dubai.


Sachin in all-time Test World XI


Sachin Tendulkar was the only current cricketer named in ESPNcricinfo's all-time Test World XI.


'Time will heal' Rooney ructions


Manchester United defender Gary Neville believes the ructions caused by Wayne Rooney's contract saga will be forgotten by fans at Old Trafford.