Sports News (29.05.2010)

PCB abolishes Shoaib Malik ban LAHORE: The elite tribunal of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has abolished the ban imposed on former captain Shoaib Malik Saturday, Geo News reported. Appellate tribunal headed by Justice (rtd) Irfan Qadir heard the appeals of Younis Khan and Shoaib Malik against ban in National Cricket Academy here today. After the hearing, Shoaib’s lawyer told the media that PCB has abolished the ban and fine imposed on Shoaib Malik and now he is eligible to represent the country. PCB had imposed the ban of one year and Rs.2 million fine on Shoaib because of poor performance in Australian tour and other activities.

	Imran backs Afridi for long run KARACHI: Pakistan’s legendary former captain Imran Khan spoke out in support of Shahid Afridi on Friday, saying the all-rounder should be gi ... more
	Venus out in front, as Henin sets up Sharapova clash PARIS: Venus Williams led the charge into the fourth round at the French Open on Friday, after four-time champion Justine Henin had set up a ... more
	Yousuf snubs comeback offers for England tour KARACHI: Muhammad Yousuf has snubbed offers to come out of retirement for Pakistan’s tour of England, saying he was disappointed with the co ... more
	Razzaq to skip camp for county stint KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board has allowed Abdul Razzaq to skip the preparatory camp for the Asia Cup and play for Hampshire in the Eng ... more
	PCB chief on his way out? ISLAMABAD: Ijaz Butt may soon be removed from the post of PCB Chairman as Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has given his consent for a ma ... more
	PCB seeks govt advice on Howard nomination KARACHI: Pakistan will seek the advice of its government before deciding whether or not to support John Howard’s bid for the vice-presidency ... more
	Sharma ton fails to stop rampant Zimbabwe BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe: A maiden century for India by Rohit Sharma was not enough to stop Zimbabwe from snatching a dramatic victory in the firs ... more
	Asia Cup squad to be named on June 4 KARACHI: Pakistan will name their 17-man squad for a marathon tour of England midway through next month’s Asia Cup in Sri Lanka. Sources ... more
	ICC tries to calm Howard nomination LONDON: International Cricket Council (ICC) president-elect Sharad Pawar has sought to defuse the row over the nomination of former Australi ... more
	PCB’s U-turn; Never banned Yousuf, Younis LAHORE: In a volte-face, the Pakistan Cricket Board on Friday claimed that former skippers Mohammad Yousuf and Younis Khan were never banned ... more
	Hamilton fastest in opening free practice ISTANBUL: Lewis Hamilton topped the times ahead of his McLaren team-mate and fellow Briton Jenson Button in Friday morning’s opening free pr ... more
	Rizwan, Kashif reach Maldives final KARACHI: Pakistani combination of Rizwan Azam and Kashif Sulehri cruised into the final of men doubles event after elbowing out third seed p ... more
	Bangladesh canter as England Trott LONDON: Bangladesh fought hard with both bat and ball in spite of Jonathan Trott’s double century leaving England well-placed at stumps on t ... more
	Powell impresses, Bolt close to record OSTRAVA, Czech Republic: Jamaica’s former 100 metres world record holder Asafa Powell ran the fastest time over the distance this season her ... more
	Sarkozy, Zidane clinch Euro 2016 for France GENEVA: France will host Euro 2016 after finishing ahead of close rivals Turkey and rank outsiders Italy in a UEFA vote on Friday. France ... more
	Lahm takes over German captaincy BERLIN: Defender Philipp Lahm will take over from injury victim Michael Ballack as Germany captain for the World Cup in South Africa, head c ... more
	Denmark finalise squad COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Defender Simon Kjaer made the cut for Denmark’s World Cup squad on Friday, a day after being carried away on a stretche ... more
	Real confirm Mourinho as coach after Inter deal MADRID: Real Madrid will present Jose Mourinho as coach on Monday after agreeing an undisclosed compensation deal with Inter Milan, the Span ... more
	Italy to put World Cup faith in catenaccio: Chiellini ROME: The country that gave the famous catenaccio (door-bolt) tactics to the world will be staying true to their roots in South Africa. I ... more
	‘Spain have potential to win World Cup’ BARCELONA: Spain striker David Villa is confident the European champions are ready to win the World Cup for the first time. Spain travels ... more
	England’s Gerrard fit to train after injury scare LONDON: England midfielder Steven Gerrard has eased fears over his fitness for the World Cup after suffering an injury scare in training. ... more
	Federer cruises past Reister in French Open PARIS: Defending champion Federer cruised past German qualifier Julian Reister 6-4, 6-0, 6-4 to reach the fourth round and will tackle eithe ... more
	Henin relishes reunion with Sharapova PARIS: Justine Henin said she was looking forward to resuming hostilities with Maria Sharapova after both players came through their second- ... more
	Nadal sets up Hewitt clash PARIS: Four-time champion Rafael Nadal set up a fourth French Open meeting in five years with Australia’s Lleyton Hewitt on Friday as bright ... more
	briefs... Balochistan down Sindh in volleyball By our correspondent KARACHI: Balochistan defeated Sindh in straight sets in their match ... more

• NCAA: 8 violations in UConn men's basketball

  AP – 31 mins ago  
  AP

  STORRS, Conn. - Connecticut coach Jim Calhoun and the men's basketball program he took from obscurity to national titles have been accused of eight major NCAA infractions, with investigators citing hundreds of improper calls and texts from UConn staff to recruits. Full Story »
  
   
  

• Cain pitches 1-hitter, ends three-start skid

  AP – 2 hrs 34 mins ago  
  AP

  SAN FRANCISCO - Matt Cain stood in the on-deck circle preparing to bat during the middle of the game when a fan hollered to let him know he had given up all of one hit. Full Story »
  

• Lefty will be left out of pink and No. 1 spot

  AP – Fri May 28, 3:07 pm ET  
  AP

  FORT WORTH, Texas - There will be no Phil in pink at the Colonial — and no top ranking. Full Story »
  

• NFL's Goodell commencement speaker at UMass-Lowell

  AP – 1 hr 6 mins ago  
  LOWELL, Mass. - NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is scheduled to deliver the commencement address at UMass-Lowell. Full Story »
  

• Oops: Pads list wrong pitcher on lineup card

  AP – 2 hrs 11 mins ago  
  AP

  SAN DIEGO - Padres left-hander Clayton Richard had just retired the first three Washington Nationals batters in order when San Diego manager Bud Black realized he had a problem. Full Story »
  

• Celtics reach NBA Finals after Game Six win over Magic

  Reuters – Sat May 29, 12:51 am ET  
  Reuters

  BOSTON (Reuters) - The Boston Celtics got a big boost from diminutive back-up Nate Robinson and booked their place in the NBA Finals by beating the Orlando Magic 96-84 on Friday to win the Eastern Conference championship series 4-2. Full Story »
  
  
   
  

• Many early entries will likely go undrafted

  AP – Fri May 28, 4:34 pm ET  
  KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kalin Lucas' rehab from a torn Achilles' tendon was ahead of schedule, enough that he'd likely be ready for the start of NBA training camp. His stock was still high despite the injury, putting him among the nation's best guards. Full Story »
  

• Germany to face Hungary in W.Cup warmup

  AFP – 1 hr 50 mins ago  
  DDP/AFP

  BUDAPEST (AFP) - Germany prepare for life without captain Michael Ballack when they face Hungary in Budapest on Saturday in their penultimate World Cup warm-up. Full Story »
  

• Clermont aim for 11th time lucky in Top 14 rugby final

  AFP – 1 hr 47 mins ago  
  AFP/File

  PARIS (AFP) - Clermont will be hoping that it is 11th time lucky when they clash with reigning champions Perpignan in their fourth successive Top 14 final at the Stade de France here on Saturday. Full Story »
  
   
  

• Kane, Van Riemsdyk share bond as they go for Cup

  AP – 22 mins ago  
  CHICAGO - Patrick Kane is soaking it all up on this trip to the Stanley Cup finals as a 21-year-old in his only third NHL season. Full Story »
  

• Kuznetsova crashes out of French Open tennis

  AFP – Fri May 28, 4:34 pm ET  
  AFP

  PARIS (AFP) - Defending champion Svetlana Kuznetsova's luck finally ran out at the French Open on Friday, as superstars Justine Henin and Maria Sharapova set up a headline-grabbing third-round clash. Full Story »
  

• To Kite, 60-something is his age and his score

  AP – Fri May 28, 10:22 pm ET  
  AP

  PARKER, Colo. - Tom Kite doesn't mind that the thin air, hilly terrain and erratic wind gusts at the Colorado Golf Club conspire to favor the younger golfers on the senior circuit. Full Story »
  
   
  

• The Dragon enters Singapore combat cage

  Reuters – Fri May 14, 8:06 am ET  
  SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Fired up and furious, 'The Dragon' prowled the dressing room as the seconds ticked down toward his turn to fight in the cage. Full Story »
  

• Boxer Manny Pacquiao in hospital with mild ulcer

  AP – Mon May 24, 2:22 am ET  
  MANILA, Philippines - World welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao was admitted to hospital to treat a mild stomach ulcer and allow him to rest after campaigning for the May 10 congressional elections. Full Story »
  

• Big teams hope extra miles pay off at Indy

  AP – Fri May 28, 4:52 am ET  
  INDIANAPOLIS - Finally, the FAZZT race team can focus on the Indianapolis 500. Full Story »
  

• USOC to offer help for safe training environments

  AP – Thu May 27, 3:46 pm ET  
  The U.S. Olympic Committee plans to standardize guidelines outlining safe training environments for its athletes. Full Story »