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VVS Laxman: India's win over England an excellent team effort
- November 29, 2016
The 44-year-old, who is now the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) chief, says that hard-fought wins will make both Team India and Kohli "stronger". Yadav delivered the right delivery to send back Stokes and later ended England's Test with back to back wickets to finish the innings. At the end of the first session, England are reeling with only three wickets in hand and will need something very special to not lose this Test. (more...)
- November 29, 2016
The 44-year-old, who is now the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) chief, says that hard-fought wins will make both Team India and Kohli "stronger". Yadav delivered the right delivery to send back Stokes and later ended England's Test with back to back wickets to finish the innings. At the end of the first session, England are reeling with only three wickets in hand and will need something very special to not lose this Test. (more...)
Trump Election Stirs Tensions in Schools
- November 29, 2016
Michelle Lerner, press secretary for DC Public Schools, said that because the protest was not school-sponsored, any student who skipped classes would be given an unexcused absence. In Washington , several hundred high school students marched on the Mall, the grassy esplanade that runs from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, heading toward the White House. (more...)
- November 29, 2016
Michelle Lerner, press secretary for DC Public Schools, said that because the protest was not school-sponsored, any student who skipped classes would be given an unexcused absence. In Washington , several hundred high school students marched on the Mall, the grassy esplanade that runs from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, heading toward the White House. (more...)
Kevin Love Goes Off For 34 Points in the First Quarter
- November 29, 2016
Kevin Love didn't see it that way. "I'm not trying to be nonchalant about it, but sometimes when you're in it, you don't necessarily feel it", said Love, who finished with 40 points in Cleveland's 137-125 win. Their game ended in 149-106 in which much of the points from the Warriors came from Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant combining for 85 points. (more...)
- November 29, 2016
Kevin Love didn't see it that way. "I'm not trying to be nonchalant about it, but sometimes when you're in it, you don't necessarily feel it", said Love, who finished with 40 points in Cleveland's 137-125 win. Their game ended in 149-106 in which much of the points from the Warriors came from Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant combining for 85 points. (more...)
Kirk Cousins has earned long-term contract with Washington Redskins
- November 29, 2016
On the first play of the fourth quarter, Rodgers dumped a pass off to James Starks , and with no Redskins on his side of the field, Starks rambled 31 yards, pulling Green Bay to within 22-17. When asked about the decision after the game, Kirk Cousins said: "In a game like this against a good team and a great quarterback you have to go for things like that". (more...)
- November 29, 2016
On the first play of the fourth quarter, Rodgers dumped a pass off to James Starks , and with no Redskins on his side of the field, Starks rambled 31 yards, pulling Green Bay to within 22-17. When asked about the decision after the game, Kirk Cousins said: "In a game like this against a good team and a great quarterback you have to go for things like that". (more...)
Messi bags double as Barca see off Celtic
- November 29, 2016
Celtic were more competitive this time around, but are now guaranteed to finish bottom and their European hopes are over for 2016-17. And coach Luis Enrique said it would be the flawless ending for the forward to see out his playing days in Catalonia. (more...)
- November 29, 2016
Celtic were more competitive this time around, but are now guaranteed to finish bottom and their European hopes are over for 2016-17. And coach Luis Enrique said it would be the flawless ending for the forward to see out his playing days in Catalonia. (more...)
National Basketball Association roundup: Love scores 34 in quarter as Cavaliers win
- November 29, 2016
Kyrie Irving posted 20 points, six assists and two rebounds. IN rallied to cut Atlanta's lead to a point with 3:42 left in the third quarter, but the Hawks pulled away with a 19-2 run. It's interesting to note that James can pass Larry Bird with 16 more triple-doubles and that Russell Westbrook isn't far behind James with 42 triple-doubles of his own. (more...)
- November 29, 2016
Kyrie Irving posted 20 points, six assists and two rebounds. IN rallied to cut Atlanta's lead to a point with 3:42 left in the third quarter, but the Hawks pulled away with a 19-2 run. It's interesting to note that James can pass Larry Bird with 16 more triple-doubles and that Russell Westbrook isn't far behind James with 42 triple-doubles of his own. (more...)
'We got away with that', says Phelan
- November 29, 2016
West Brom's unofficial The Lord Is My Shepherd anthem, aired by the visiting flock in the first half, infers by definition to calm and happiness, but there was not too much of that among the East Yorkshire congregation. They have had more than two shots on target in just one of those half-dozen home games. Both teams have an even 6-6 split of matches with over/under 2.5 goals, although there is a slight variation for West Brom with four out of six away games having unders. (more...)
- November 29, 2016
West Brom's unofficial The Lord Is My Shepherd anthem, aired by the visiting flock in the first half, infers by definition to calm and happiness, but there was not too much of that among the East Yorkshire congregation. They have had more than two shots on target in just one of those half-dozen home games. Both teams have an even 6-6 split of matches with over/under 2.5 goals, although there is a slight variation for West Brom with four out of six away games having unders. (more...)
Celtic striker Moussa Dembele insists he does not want to leave
- November 29, 2016
Celtic responded positively, with Moussa Dembele's powerful shot forcing Marc-Andre ter Stegen into action. "If we take some of our chances then it might have been a different game but we showed a vast improvement, which is important". I think the natural tendency and the handsome thing would be for him to start and to finish his career at Barcelona . The Celtic captain didn't play in that famous win of four years ago, many believe he did, because he spent the hours before the game ... (more...)
- November 29, 2016
Celtic responded positively, with Moussa Dembele's powerful shot forcing Marc-Andre ter Stegen into action. "If we take some of our chances then it might have been a different game but we showed a vast improvement, which is important". I think the natural tendency and the handsome thing would be for him to start and to finish his career at Barcelona . The Celtic captain didn't play in that famous win of four years ago, many believe he did, because he spent the hours before the game ... (more...)
Kevin Durant scores 29 with nine dimes as Warriors win 10th straight
- November 29, 2016
Then, just the other night, Golden State flipped the script on the young Lakers , notching a franchise record 47 assists on their way to a 149-106 blowout win, the most points scored by any National Basketball Association team in a game so far this season. (more...)
- November 29, 2016
Then, just the other night, Golden State flipped the script on the young Lakers , notching a franchise record 47 assists on their way to a 149-106 blowout win, the most points scored by any National Basketball Association team in a game so far this season. (more...)
Bruce Arena named as new United States boss after Jurgen Klinsmann departure
- November 28, 2016
The US resume their qualification campaign next March with matches against Honduras and Panama. We have to find the way to get the right balance and the right combinations on the field and the right mentality, and we'll produce a good team. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
The US resume their qualification campaign next March with matches against Honduras and Panama. We have to find the way to get the right balance and the right combinations on the field and the right mentality, and we'll produce a good team. (more...)
Pakistan won't tolerate 'deliberate' targeting of civilians: Nawaz Sharif
- November 28, 2016
The Indian military did not say whether the soldier was killed by Pakistani soldiers or Kashmiri rebels, who have been fighting against Indian rule since 1989. In a separate statement it said that "intense firing" was ongoing. He said the success Pakistan makes in combating terrorism on its soil becomes a weakness for India. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
The Indian military did not say whether the soldier was killed by Pakistani soldiers or Kashmiri rebels, who have been fighting against Indian rule since 1989. In a separate statement it said that "intense firing" was ongoing. He said the success Pakistan makes in combating terrorism on its soil becomes a weakness for India. (more...)
Clemson remains in CFB Playoff's Top 4 despite loss
- November 28, 2016
Ohio State , fifth last week , jumped into the No. 2 spot ahead of Michigan, Clemson and Washington after all three lost last weekend to unranked opponents. Since the Big Ten champ (assuming it's either Ohio State or MI in this case) is in a semifinal, the Rose Bowl would choose the next highest-ranked Big Ten team, which would be No. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
Ohio State , fifth last week , jumped into the No. 2 spot ahead of Michigan, Clemson and Washington after all three lost last weekend to unranked opponents. Since the Big Ten champ (assuming it's either Ohio State or MI in this case) is in a semifinal, the Rose Bowl would choose the next highest-ranked Big Ten team, which would be No. (more...)
Eli Manning Perfect Pass To Dwayne Harris For TD
- November 28, 2016
They scored 28 points against the Eagles, 27 against the Ravens and Redskins. Shelton's development is a good sign. We have to buckle down and stick to our game plan. "Everything on his body I think he has something going on, and every week he continues to fight". "I felt we needed the points", Jackson said. In the end zone, Beckham proceeds to mock Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James by imitating his pregame routine of powder his hands before clapping them for the Quicken Loans Arena ... (more...)
- November 28, 2016
They scored 28 points against the Eagles, 27 against the Ravens and Redskins. Shelton's development is a good sign. We have to buckle down and stick to our game plan. "Everything on his body I think he has something going on, and every week he continues to fight". "I felt we needed the points", Jackson said. In the end zone, Beckham proceeds to mock Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James by imitating his pregame routine of powder his hands before clapping them for the Quicken Loans Arena ... (more...)
Photoshoppers explain Carlos Vela's offside goal for Sociedad v Barcelona
- November 28, 2016
Barcelona failed to hit a shot on target in the first half for the first time this season in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Real Sociedad. Andres Iniesta's injury comeback can not arrive soon enough for Barcelona who head into the first "El Clasico" of the season on Saturday trailing La Liga leaders Real Madrid by six points. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
Barcelona failed to hit a shot on target in the first half for the first time this season in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Real Sociedad. Andres Iniesta's injury comeback can not arrive soon enough for Barcelona who head into the first "El Clasico" of the season on Saturday trailing La Liga leaders Real Madrid by six points. (more...)
Injury to Steven Stamkos overshadows Lightning win over Detroit
- November 28, 2016
And so we wait. Stamkos has collected points in seven of the past nine Lightning games, and Tampa Bay is tied for second in the Atlantic Division with Ottawa with a 10-6-1 record. The Tampa Bay Lightning spent the bulk of last spring without captain and top six center Steven Stamkos, as he recovered from a blood clot issue. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
And so we wait. Stamkos has collected points in seven of the past nine Lightning games, and Tampa Bay is tied for second in the Atlantic Division with Ottawa with a 10-6-1 record. The Tampa Bay Lightning spent the bulk of last spring without captain and top six center Steven Stamkos, as he recovered from a blood clot issue. (more...)
[Updated] EPL: Aguero double seals Man City fightback
- November 28, 2016
City host Chelsea in a huge league clash on Saturday and Guardiola is thrilled his team are within touching distance of the Blues despite having had the burden of playing in Europe. Robinson launched a long free-kick into the City penalty area and Otamendi's attempted clearing header fell invitingly for long-serving midfielder Marney, who rifled the ball past Claudio Bravo's dive for his first Premier League goal in seven years. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
City host Chelsea in a huge league clash on Saturday and Guardiola is thrilled his team are within touching distance of the Blues despite having had the burden of playing in Europe. Robinson launched a long free-kick into the City penalty area and Otamendi's attempted clearing header fell invitingly for long-serving midfielder Marney, who rifled the ball past Claudio Bravo's dive for his first Premier League goal in seven years. (more...)
Davis Cup: Fifth time lucky as Argentina battle back to stun Croatia
- November 28, 2016
With the victory, Argentina became only the third team to come back from 2-1 down in the final since the World Group Davis Cup format was introduced in 1981. Saturday also saw the expected result, with Cilic and elite doubles player Ivan Dodig teaming to beat del Potro and Leonardo Mayer in a close but ultimately straight set doubles tie. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
With the victory, Argentina became only the third team to come back from 2-1 down in the final since the World Group Davis Cup format was introduced in 1981. Saturday also saw the expected result, with Cilic and elite doubles player Ivan Dodig teaming to beat del Potro and Leonardo Mayer in a close but ultimately straight set doubles tie. (more...)
Liverpool vs. Leeds United
- November 28, 2016
The German's first full season at Anfield has seen the side really gel together and produce some impressive performances, and they look like mounting a genuine title challenge. "It's a historic fixture in English football and we have to respect that", said Monk. "The biggest test for us is to put our mentality onto the pitch and play the game". (more...)
- November 28, 2016
The German's first full season at Anfield has seen the side really gel together and produce some impressive performances, and they look like mounting a genuine title challenge. "It's a historic fixture in English football and we have to respect that", said Monk. "The biggest test for us is to put our mentality onto the pitch and play the game". (more...)
Ronaldo scores 2 as Real Madrid equals Ancelotti's run
- November 28, 2016
Cristiano Ronaldo continued his fine form in front of goal , as he netted a brace to inspire Real Madrid to a 2-1 win over Sporting Gijon. "We lacked a little bit of everything, but we are happy to get the three points which is the most important thing". (more...)
- November 28, 2016
Cristiano Ronaldo continued his fine form in front of goal , as he netted a brace to inspire Real Madrid to a 2-1 win over Sporting Gijon. "We lacked a little bit of everything, but we are happy to get the three points which is the most important thing". (more...)
Giants 27, Browns 13
- November 28, 2016
He also returned three punts for 35 yards and would have scored his first punt return for a touchdown if not for a holding penalty on Mark Herzlich . CLEVELAND (AP) - They're rarely flashy, hardly appealing and downright tough to watch at times. (more...)
- November 28, 2016
He also returned three punts for 35 yards and would have scored his first punt return for a touchdown if not for a holding penalty on Mark Herzlich . CLEVELAND (AP) - They're rarely flashy, hardly appealing and downright tough to watch at times. (more...)
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