Oh Oh Oh... A marathon match.... As a avid tennis fan, i would like to see the match when it gets its due re-telecast soon....Until then...
http://www.wimbledon.org/en_GB/news/articles/2010-06-24/201006241277407979788.html
http://www.wimbledon.org/en_GB/news/articles/2010-06-24/201006241277400739521.html
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/events-tournaments/wimbledon/top-stories/Longest-ever-match-finishes-after-11-hours-5-minutes/articleshow/6087778.cms
Showing posts with label Sports. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sports. Show all posts
Friday, June 25, 2010
Friday, January 22, 2010
IPL Vs PAK
IPL chose to omit Pakistan players in the auction. Enough was written by others on this topic and i am late to it.
All I can say, if Indian government wants to hurt Pakistan where it really matters is - then, it could be cricket only !!!
But i would have loved the display of some guts and transparancy instead of blaming each other on this topic.
All I can say, if Indian government wants to hurt Pakistan where it really matters is - then, it could be cricket only !!!
But i would have loved the display of some guts and transparancy instead of blaming each other on this topic.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Aus Vs Pak - 2nd test match
178 to win... 4th innings of the match... Pak gives it a royal mess from 34/1 to 139 all out...
What a fascinating test match it was.... Pak controls the match for 3 days but loses the plot completely on 4th day. Aus does not waste the opportunity and seizes it both hands and legs with completely confidence....
No one thought Aussies would pull it through but they made it.... Congrats folks...
What a fascinating test match it was.... Pak controls the match for 3 days but loses the plot completely on 4th day. Aus does not waste the opportunity and seizes it both hands and legs with completely confidence....
No one thought Aussies would pull it through but they made it.... Congrats folks...
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Delighted
Delighted at Force India's #2 Finish at Belgium. Great job Fisichella !
After all, Vijay Mallya's love of sports must get rewarded at some stage !
After all, Vijay Mallya's love of sports must get rewarded at some stage !
Friday, August 21, 2009
Update on Common Wealth Games - delhi
With about 13 months left for the 2010 Commonwealth Games to begin in Delhi, there is a real danger that several projects associated with the Games might not be completed on time. A Comptroller and Auditor General report submitted to the Prime Minister's Office and sports ministry has confirmed our worst suspicions. Work on 13 of the 19 sports venues is behind schedule with the aquatics complex and the hockey stadium in the worst shape.
What is particularly galling is that the design for the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium - the main venue of the Games - is yet to be finalised. All 16 major infrastructure projects for the city are behind schedule, with the public works department admitting that six, including flyovers and road tunnels, won't be completed on time.
What is particularly galling is that the design for the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium - the main venue of the Games - is yet to be finalised. All 16 major infrastructure projects for the city are behind schedule, with the public works department admitting that six, including flyovers and road tunnels, won't be completed on time.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
CommonWealth Games - Delhi 2010
Commonwealth games to be held in New Delhi in October 2010. But there is no clear information available on readyness so far by the authorities.
Metro pillar collappse, airport water logging and severe traffic jams due to 2 hour of heavy rain yesterday does not indicate anything positive.
Will the Sports committee would release item wise status?
Metro pillar collappse, airport water logging and severe traffic jams due to 2 hour of heavy rain yesterday does not indicate anything positive.
Will the Sports committee would release item wise status?
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Indian cricket selectors on opposite track
T20 world cup created a stir in fans mind as bowlers became match winners and proved the boom boom hit theory wrong.
Some of the best performers of the series are:
South Africa - Wayne Parnell
Sri Lanka - Mendis, Murali, Malinga
West Indes - Taylor, Edwards
Pakistan - Saeed Ajmal, Umar Gul, Mohd. Aamer, Afridi
What surprises me the new finds from teams - like Swann - England, Aamer - Pakistan; and ever surprising new talents from Sri Lanka.
What is indian selectors doing ?
Where is the new talent is being promoted.... Where is the replacement for Harbhajan - i dont think Ojha is the right candidate.
Worse, We seem to be happily adopting to 7 batsman team... sad story.
Some of the best performers of the series are:
South Africa - Wayne Parnell
Sri Lanka - Mendis, Murali, Malinga
West Indes - Taylor, Edwards
Pakistan - Saeed Ajmal, Umar Gul, Mohd. Aamer, Afridi
What surprises me the new finds from teams - like Swann - England, Aamer - Pakistan; and ever surprising new talents from Sri Lanka.
What is indian selectors doing ?
Where is the new talent is being promoted.... Where is the replacement for Harbhajan - i dont think Ojha is the right candidate.
Worse, We seem to be happily adopting to 7 batsman team... sad story.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Dhoni... Dhoni...
28 runs of last two overs... two star batsman on the crease - yousuf pathan, dhoni....
Messed up.... phew... looks like dhoni's mega luck has gone on sick leave from IPL days....
Messed up.... phew... looks like dhoni's mega luck has gone on sick leave from IPL days....
Monday, May 25, 2009
IPL Season 2
Good to see a fine tournament organised at short notice by South African officials after the BCCI request. The response from the south african community was fantastic.
Rab Ne Banaya Jodi - Shah Rukh, Preeti, Shilpa's team failed. They were inconsistent throughout.
The shocking development of this tournament was Dhoni - he was clueless, failed to scale up, did not try something new (jakati's inclusion was the only exception), lacklustre in semis !
The commentators were a joke throughout - Sunil Gavaskar predicted in semis, finals -that the team batting first has advantage - his strike rate was 1:3 in the end !!!
Who could have predicted the last years bottom teams would be in finals ! But one thing was visible - It was Aussie's aggression, power, innovation, self belief all the way which brought the Cup...like last year.
Rab Ne Banaya Jodi - Shah Rukh, Preeti, Shilpa's team failed. They were inconsistent throughout.
The shocking development of this tournament was Dhoni - he was clueless, failed to scale up, did not try something new (jakati's inclusion was the only exception), lacklustre in semis !
The commentators were a joke throughout - Sunil Gavaskar predicted in semis, finals -that the team batting first has advantage - his strike rate was 1:3 in the end !!!
Who could have predicted the last years bottom teams would be in finals ! But one thing was visible - It was Aussie's aggression, power, innovation, self belief all the way which brought the Cup...like last year.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Brawn's success story
Brawn is on the roll in F1. They came from no where and became nightmare to traditional winners like Ferrari's and McLarens.
Jenson Button and Barrichello were sweating out in the circuit for many years. Even they would not have dreamt of such a consistent, winning performance. Button is in blistering form this year and it is no surprise it irritated Barrichello. What to do... Some people are designated to be in # 1 than # 2.
What to say, I am disappointed with Ferraris not doing well. Trust, they will make some impact in the forthcoming races.
This post is dedicated to GV !
Jenson Button and Barrichello were sweating out in the circuit for many years. Even they would not have dreamt of such a consistent, winning performance. Button is in blistering form this year and it is no surprise it irritated Barrichello. What to do... Some people are designated to be in # 1 than # 2.
What to say, I am disappointed with Ferraris not doing well. Trust, they will make some impact in the forthcoming races.
This post is dedicated to GV !
Monday, April 27, 2009
Oz stumps India on Davis Cup
Australia stumped India by withdrawing from Davis Cup matches. Tennis federation likely to levy a penalty on australia.
It was a sad episode on Indian foreign affiars, home ministry as they could not convince Australia for a five day stay in non violent city. They were highly reactive and not pro active despite the early warning from australian authorities.
When P Chidambaram takes credit for Sri Lankan affiars he should also take credit for this fiasco !!!!!
It was a sad episode on Indian foreign affiars, home ministry as they could not convince Australia for a five day stay in non violent city. They were highly reactive and not pro active despite the early warning from australian authorities.
When P Chidambaram takes credit for Sri Lankan affiars he should also take credit for this fiasco !!!!!
Sunday, March 22, 2009
IPL 2 moved out of India
IPL management decided to move IPL season 2 out of India. This is not a simple decision as this could result in significant revenue loss for franchisees. But BCCI decided to save IPL 2 instead of confronting team availability, calendar management etc.
The government's concern on providing security to IPL at the time of general elections can be understood as we had a bad year of security in 2008. At the same time, IPL is a private game show and government can not be taken for granted to provide security.
But government's lack of interest is misleading - we have commonwealth gamesin 2010, 2011 cricket world cup - how are they going to handle the security situation at those point of time is something we need to wait and see !
But P Chidamabaram has given master stroke - he screwed up Indian economy in the last 5 years and blamed it on Communists. He has hit India's best loved sport - cricket ! Cool dude., I love you even more than before.
The government's concern on providing security to IPL at the time of general elections can be understood as we had a bad year of security in 2008. At the same time, IPL is a private game show and government can not be taken for granted to provide security.
But government's lack of interest is misleading - we have commonwealth gamesin 2010, 2011 cricket world cup - how are they going to handle the security situation at those point of time is something we need to wait and see !
But P Chidamabaram has given master stroke - he screwed up Indian economy in the last 5 years and blamed it on Communists. He has hit India's best loved sport - cricket ! Cool dude., I love you even more than before.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Terror Attack on Sri Lankan Cricketers at Lahore
Terror Attack on Sri Lankan Cricketers at Lahore
1972 - Munich incident revisited at Gadaffi Stadium, Lahore. This Shocking incident left cricket fans across the world perplexed about the motive of this entire episode.
How much time it would have taken by terrorists to fire a rocket at Lankan Bus? Why they didn't do it? Is it because they wanted to kidnap them or is it because it is a orchestrated, sympathy move on behalf of Pakistan government?
No one can blame Sri Lanka for touring Pakistan. After all, it was India and Pakistan which toured Sri Lanka in 1996 to show solidarity at the height of political crisis of Lanka. So, it was political decision to send the team to show gratitude.
I still wonder whether Musharaff was many times better than this so called democratic government of pakistan...
Long time back i wrote "http://accessstreet.blogspot.com/2008/09/australias-cricket-tour-to-india-in.html". I still stand by that post and I will not have any regret of postponement of IPL-2.
1972 - Munich incident revisited at Gadaffi Stadium, Lahore. This Shocking incident left cricket fans across the world perplexed about the motive of this entire episode.
How much time it would have taken by terrorists to fire a rocket at Lankan Bus? Why they didn't do it? Is it because they wanted to kidnap them or is it because it is a orchestrated, sympathy move on behalf of Pakistan government?
No one can blame Sri Lanka for touring Pakistan. After all, it was India and Pakistan which toured Sri Lanka in 1996 to show solidarity at the height of political crisis of Lanka. So, it was political decision to send the team to show gratitude.
I still wonder whether Musharaff was many times better than this so called democratic government of pakistan...
Long time back i wrote "http://accessstreet.blogspot.com/2008/09/australias-cricket-tour-to-india-in.html". I still stand by that post and I will not have any regret of postponement of IPL-2.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
PJ on Cricket Helmet
First cock guard in cricket used in 1874 and first helmet used in 1974.
According to any female, it took men 100 years to realise head is also important !!!!
According to any female, it took men 100 years to realise head is also important !!!!
PJ on Pathan brothers
Q: Why pathan brothers are called all rounders?
A: Yusuf hits all bowlers all round the park., where as irfan gets hit all round the park. So., so many people "round katti adikkiranga" - hence, all rounders !
Source, one SMS i got today !
A: Yusuf hits all bowlers all round the park., where as irfan gets hit all round the park. So., so many people "round katti adikkiranga" - hence, all rounders !
Source, one SMS i got today !
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Recent Cricket Series - Update
Recent Cricket Series - Update
India Vs Srilanka - Not a surprise at all for fans. Sri Lanka had lost their consistency in recent past whereas India gained the same under Dhoni. Srilanka can comfort themselves from Dilshan's recent knocks. Where as India had nothing to complain from its performances !
Australia VS New Zealand - NZ had wasted opportunity to take revenge on Australia. NZ started well but failed to capitalise the 2-0 advantage and ended the series with 3-2 to Australia. Australia's star performer turned out to be Nathan Bracken.
Forthcoming Series - Outlook
I feel India would perform well when compared to their past outings in NZ this season. It is going to be a huge challenge for India to overcome the speed tracks and bouncers. I predict shaky start resulting in consolidation in later matches. For me, result does not matter - I will be happy as long as India does not come back with wash out series or humiliating defeats !
Australia does not have to prove anything when compared to South Africa. I feel South Africa would win the series. Hussey's return to form is a good news for Australia. It is going to be a tough fight although.
India Vs Srilanka - Not a surprise at all for fans. Sri Lanka had lost their consistency in recent past whereas India gained the same under Dhoni. Srilanka can comfort themselves from Dilshan's recent knocks. Where as India had nothing to complain from its performances !
Australia VS New Zealand - NZ had wasted opportunity to take revenge on Australia. NZ started well but failed to capitalise the 2-0 advantage and ended the series with 3-2 to Australia. Australia's star performer turned out to be Nathan Bracken.
Forthcoming Series - Outlook
I feel India would perform well when compared to their past outings in NZ this season. It is going to be a huge challenge for India to overcome the speed tracks and bouncers. I predict shaky start resulting in consolidation in later matches. For me, result does not matter - I will be happy as long as India does not come back with wash out series or humiliating defeats !
Australia does not have to prove anything when compared to South Africa. I feel South Africa would win the series. Hussey's return to form is a good news for Australia. It is going to be a tough fight although.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Australian Open 2009
Australian Open 2009
I enjoyed this season of Australian Open 2009 fully barring the two walk over episodes; I liked the way Tsonga & Verdasco played their matches; Serena over-powered her opponents and won the tournament. But i felt little sad for Safina - she has to overcome her slow start attitude; Fairy tale come back of Jelena Dokic was wonderful; I am looking forward to see more of Carlo Suarez Navarro - dont you feel her left hand back hand shots are similar to Fedex? ;
To an affectionate fan like me, Sad to see Fedex disappearing into Sunset.... He was too good through the fortnight until the 5th set against Nadal.... and I could not digest the way he lost the rhythm..... Was he nervous, emotional, desperate for victory... I could not figure out.
As life moves on, we will find another player to say - wow soon. But it would take a while for some one to match the grace of Fedex !
But the star of the tournament was undoubtedly Rafa Nadal - what a great two weeks he had ! He is so muscular to pull off 9h 45m of touch tennis in three days... Great job man.... You are wonderful.
I enjoyed this season of Australian Open 2009 fully barring the two walk over episodes; I liked the way Tsonga & Verdasco played their matches; Serena over-powered her opponents and won the tournament. But i felt little sad for Safina - she has to overcome her slow start attitude; Fairy tale come back of Jelena Dokic was wonderful; I am looking forward to see more of Carlo Suarez Navarro - dont you feel her left hand back hand shots are similar to Fedex? ;
To an affectionate fan like me, Sad to see Fedex disappearing into Sunset.... He was too good through the fortnight until the 5th set against Nadal.... and I could not digest the way he lost the rhythm..... Was he nervous, emotional, desperate for victory... I could not figure out.
As life moves on, we will find another player to say - wow soon. But it would take a while for some one to match the grace of Fedex !
But the star of the tournament was undoubtedly Rafa Nadal - what a great two weeks he had ! He is so muscular to pull off 9h 45m of touch tennis in three days... Great job man.... You are wonderful.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Test Cricket must not die
Test Cricket must not die
Lot of experts are predicting the death of test cricket over a period and expect Twenty20 to take center stage.
I sincerely hope and pray that their expectation turns out to be a cropper. Test cricket offers class, grace, test of fitness, mind control, patience, perseverance and endurance on the field to strive for victory. Two innings over five days offers both teams to make strong come back. Take the historic chennai chase (tendulkar/yuvaraj) or south africa's score performance over Australia (Duminy / Steyn) proves test match's beauty.
Yes, it is difficult to watch it live over 5 days when compared to 3.5 hours of T20. But, i dont think that matters for for a serious cricket enthusiast.
Night cricket and toning down number of matches must be tried before writing off the test cricket !
Lot of experts are predicting the death of test cricket over a period and expect Twenty20 to take center stage.
I sincerely hope and pray that their expectation turns out to be a cropper. Test cricket offers class, grace, test of fitness, mind control, patience, perseverance and endurance on the field to strive for victory. Two innings over five days offers both teams to make strong come back. Take the historic chennai chase (tendulkar/yuvaraj) or south africa's score performance over Australia (Duminy / Steyn) proves test match's beauty.
Yes, it is difficult to watch it live over 5 days when compared to 3.5 hours of T20. But, i dont think that matters for for a serious cricket enthusiast.
Night cricket and toning down number of matches must be tried before writing off the test cricket !
Monday, November 3, 2008
Hamilton - F1 Champion
I couldnt see the final race Live. But looks like it was worth every penny.
Lewis Hamilton demonstrated his good spirit, hunger for victory, desire to hang on for title.... But his aggression on the track needs to be controlled a bit.
Hard luck Massa.... better luck next time ! Your attitude is too good and you will make it shortly.
Lewis Hamilton demonstrated his good spirit, hunger for victory, desire to hang on for title.... But his aggression on the track needs to be controlled a bit.
Hard luck Massa.... better luck next time ! Your attitude is too good and you will make it shortly.
Kumble's retirement
Dear Kumble,
You have done us very proud. You had a illustrious career over 18 years. You are the prolific match winner for India in tests for so long. Your courage and spirit is unparalleled.
You are great - We will miss your services for sure.
You have done us very proud. You had a illustrious career over 18 years. You are the prolific match winner for India in tests for so long. Your courage and spirit is unparalleled.
You are great - We will miss your services for sure.
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