Ponting and Katich have tons of fun as Aussies revel July 9, 2009 AUSTRALIA batsmen Ricky Ponting and Simon Katich both hit centuries as the tourists regained the upper hand on day two of the first Ashes Test in Cardiff. Captain Ponting (100 not out) recorded his 38th Test century and Katich (104 n.o.) his first Ashes ton to guide the Aussies to 249-1 in reply to England’s [...]
It’s Australia’s game to lose but there’s still a lot to play for July 9, 2009 SOMETIMES in Test match cricket you just have to hold your hand up and applaud your opponents when it just isn’t your day. Ricky Ponting showed just why he is regarded as one of the best batsmen of the modern era with a tremendous innings, backed up by a patient knock from Simon Katich. England [...]
Outcast Deco issues an ultimatum to Ancelotti but Cole set to pen new deal July 9, 2009 OUT-OF-FAVOUR Chelsea midfielder Deco has warned boss Carlo Ancelotti that things must change if he is to stay at Stamford Bridge. The Portugal international has been linked with a move away from the west London club after enduring a disappointing debut season in the Premier League. Playmaker Deco, 32, made just three appearances during Guus [...]
Van Persie tells fans to trust in Arsenal bosses July 9, 2009 ARSENAL striker Robin van Persie has urged disgruntled supporters to keep faith with the Gunners hierarchy. No trophies in four years and a lack of funds for new signings has got some fans worried for the future. Chief executive Ivan Gazidis insists the club can be successful by living within its means, rather than accepting [...]
Aussie raider Scenic the banker to Blast his way into the history books July 9, 2009 AUSTRALIAN sprint sensation SCENIC BLAST arrived at Royal Ascot last month with a big reputation and certainly didn’t disappoint. The five-year-old overcame a terrible draw to bolt up in the King’s Stand where he had two of today’s opponents Fleeting Spirit and Equiano in behind. He was held up throughout the early stages of that [...]
the INSIDER July 9, 2009 LAST NINE days have definitely swelled the betting bank. As I write I’m looking to grow the balance even more. Some of the monies will be placed each way on the Australian superstar. No not that one, the other one, TAKEOVER TARGET. I will forgive him his below par effort in Japan last time out [...]
Sirvino and Nanton the best bets in John Smith’s July 9, 2009 THERE have been some fantastic handicaps over the past few weeks, but the 50th running of the John Smith’s Cup at York tomorrow promises to be something special. The Queen’s Kingdom of Fife is likely to start favourite and will have plenty of supporters after his comfortable win in the Zetland Cup at the end [...]
England make solid start in quest to win back Ashes July 8, 2009 ENGLAND will resume their attempt to regain the Ashes this morning with the first Test delicately poised after an encouraging first day in Cardiff. Andrew Strauss’s men recovered from the loss of three wickets before lunch to finish on 336-7, thanks largely to a 138-run stand between Kevin Pietersen and Paul Collingwood. Matt Prior and [...]
KP blames dismissal on his helmet July 8, 2009 ENGLAND batsman Kevin Pietersen declared himself satisfied after the home side ended day one of the first Ashes Test 336-7. Pietersen top scored with 69 as England recovered from slumping to 90-3 before lunch. It might have been even better, had Matt Prior and Andrew Flintoff avoided falling just before the close, but Pietersen refused [...]
It’s honours even but England have very little to fear July 8, 2009 WHILE the losses of Matt Prior and Andrew Flintoff late last night were a blow, it should not detract from what was an encouraging day’s cricket for England. Yes, the untimely wickets may have proved the difference between England’s opening day and honours even, but captain Andrew Strauss and his top order will be spurred [...]