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Mashud doesn't know why
Many might have doubts over his poor batting form but the man himself is not ready to accept the blame.
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Brothers apparently happy
Having enjoyed fabulous outings in the previous two seasons, Brothers Union might have to struggle making it three in a row.
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Premier Cricket in quagmire
The current political turmoil may jeopardise the Premier Division Cricket League that is scheduled to begin at three different venues from January 10.
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U-13 soccer trial to be delayed
The start of the open selection trials for Bangladesh Football Federation's (BFF) under-13 football team will be delayed due to the ongoing blockade programme.
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Vaughan back at helm
Michael Vaughan returned Sunday as England captain and stated his aim was to restore the shattered confidence of the team following their 5-0 Ashes Test series whitewash to Australia.
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The FA Cup
Lampard treble lifts Chelsea
Frank Lampard crushed Macclesfield's hopes of recording one of the greatest ever FA Cup shocks as his hattrick inspired Chelsea to a 6-1 victory.
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The FA Cup
Gunners crack Anfield code
Two spectacular first half goals from Tomas Rosicky cost the FA Cup holders Liverpool their grip on the famous old competition at Anfield as Arsenal came away with a 3-1 third round victory.
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LFP
Sevilla suffer shock defeat
Sevilla opened the door for Barcelona to regain pole position in the Spanish first division when the league leaders went down 2-1 at Real Zaragoza on Saturday.
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Milan pip Juventus
French teenager Willy Aubameyang headed an 86th minute winner as AC Milan beat fierce rivals Juventus 3-2 to win the 16th edition of the Luigi Berlusconi trophy.
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Greg praises Sourav
Graeme glad at meaningful win
India coach Greg Chappell said some senior players could be under pressure following the team's defeat in the series-deciding third and final Test against South Africa at Newlands.
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Selectors turn to Mac
Stuart MacGill is the standout choice to succeed Shane Warne in the Australian Test team, chairman of selectors Andrew Hilditch indicated Sunday.
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Openers make merry
Entering a tour of South Africa a solid opening partnership is a key requirement, but that has been Pakistan's major Achilles heel since the days of Saeed Anwar and Aamir Sohail.
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Vaughan steps into fire
Australia will attempt to exploit Michael Vaughan's lack of match fitness as the reinstated England captain during this month's triangular one-day cricket series, coach John Buchanan said Sunday.
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White's second coming
Cameron White is set to make his one-day international return this month but after a disappointing 2006, the nature of his place in the side does not worry him.
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Clark climbs to riches
Stuart Clark is set to be a major financial winner out of Australia's thumping Ashes series win as Cricket Australia prepares for its biggest contractual shake-up in a decade.
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Axe hanging over India seniors
India's cricket board said on Sunday national selectors should be prepared to get tough with struggling senior players in the wake of the Test series defeat in South Africa.
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Waqar quits Pakistan job
Pakistan cricket received a fresh blow as national bowling coach Waqar Younis resigned in protest at what he called "mistreatment" by the sport's authorities, officials said Sunday.
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SA remain the same
South Africa named an unchanged 16-man squad for a three-Test series against Pakistan after defeating India by five wickets in the decisive third Test at Newlands Saturday.
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Sanath at sixes peak
Seasoned Sri Lankan campaigner Sanath Jayasuriya on Saturday established a world record for most career sixes during his superb half-century knock against New Zealand in their fourth one-day international
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Milan say no to Ronaldo
Real Madrid have offered to transfer strikers Ronaldo and Antonio Cassano to AC Milan, the Spanish press reported on Sunday, but the Italian side have turned them down.
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Bayern to spend heavy
Bayern Munich manager Uli Hoeness revealed Sunday that the German champions are ready to go on a multi-million euro spending spree in order to compete with the top clubs in Europe for the best players.
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Flintoff was no 'mistake'
Andrew Flintoff was the right man to lead England in the failed Ashes series against Australia, chief selector David Graveney said here Sunday.
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Adding insult to injury!
After the disappointing 2-1 Test series defeat to South Africa, more embarrassment seems to be in store for India as Cricket South Africa (CSA) is planning to send a bill claiming recovery for the damages
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Malisse clinches Chennai Open
Third seed Xavier Malisse of Belgium defeated Stefan Koubek of Austria in just an hour to win the 416,000-dollar ATP Chennai Open here on Sunday.
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Lloyd supports WC organisers
West Indies legend Clive Lloyd believes the Caribbean can host a successful World Cup given the organisers execute their plans effectively.
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Mourinho's darkest hour
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho scoffed on Saturday at suggestions he was going through the toughest phase of his career.
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French Cup
Calais stun Lorient
Tiny Calais caused the shock of the round in the last 64 of the French Cup, beating first division Lorient 2-0.
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Whither Roman's billions?
Roman Abramovich's billions have brought glory and silverware to English champions Chelsea, but they have done little to enhance the prospects of teenage hopefuls at the London club.
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The FA Cup
Larsson frustrates Newcastle
Sebastian Lars-son grabbed a late equaliser to earn 10-man Birmingham a 2-2 FA Cup third round draw against Newcastle at St Andrews.
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Kahn sets quit year
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Oliver Kahn has said he will retire from football in 2008 at the end of his current contract.
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Ferguson rates Scholes best
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson believes former England midfielder Paul Scholes is playing well enough to be an early contender for Footballer of the Year.
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