Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Sports News(12.05.2010)

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Pak cricket lovers see T20 Cup home again
KARACHI: Cricket lovers across the country have expressed confidence that Pakistan team will win the T20 World Cup.

According to a survey,56 percent Pakistanis showed confidence that Pakistan will lift the cup,26 percent are least optimistic whereas 11 percent think team will not capable enough for wining the title.

Forty-five percent Pakistanis termed Pakistan as favorite for the victory in the final, 20 percent backed Australia whereas only seven and five percent favoured India and South Africa respectively.


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