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India vs England Cricket Score

2011-10-17T17:26:00.000-07:00

Football News & Sports: India vs England Cricket Score - After a stunning 126-run victory against England in the ODI series opener, a resurgent India is confidently set to take on England in the second ODI to be played at the Firoz Shah Kotla ground in New Delhi on Monday October 17 afternoon.

The day/night encounter is expected to be witnessed by a jam-packed crowd as there has been a huge demand for the tickets, especially after the first win. The morale boosting victory had helped India to overcome the woes of the recently concluded England tour in which India failed to win even a single match against England - in test, ODI and T20.

Though the first encounter was branded as a 'revenge match', Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said that it was not revenge, but that his team wanted to break the losing jinx.

In the absence of star players, the Indian team kept its cool and performed brilliantly to thrash England out of the game.

For spinner R Ashwin and allrounder Ravindra Jadeja, the last match proved fruitful as both youngsters showed their ability and bagged 3 wickets each under pressure. Jadeja too batted brilliantly and earned showers of praise from captain Dhoni after the match. "Jadeja has brought consistency in his performance over the last few matches," Dhoni said.

According to the pitch expert in New Delhi, the Kotla ground is expected to be bowler-friendly. Praveen Kumar, newcomer Umesh Yadav, Ashwin and Jadeja are once again expected to prove their ability with the ball, and put the team in a comfortable lead in the five-match series.

Indian batting looks stronger after a spectacular display by the captain himself who led the team from the front with his unbeaten 87. Gambhir, Raina, and Kohli once again provided stability to the team.

On the other hand, England will look to score a victory on Monday, as they cannot allow India to dominate the series. In England, pitches were favourable for their players, but they need more practice to adjust to Indian wickets. But by the time they adjust, it may be too late or India may clinch the series by then!

Before the series began, captain Alastair Cook told the media that it would be difficult to beat world champions in their home turf. He has now warned his players to learn a lesson from the previous match and rise to the occasion.

Toss will once again play a significant role in the match. Since it is a day and night game, the team batting second could face some trouble. If the team batting first scores around 250, it will have a good chance to dominate the match. Scores between 220-240 may even end up in a last-over thriller.

Teams:

India : MS Dhoni(w/c), Virat Kohli, Rahul Sharma, Varun Aaron, Sreenath Aravind, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Gautam Gambhir, Praveen Kumar, Ajinkya Rahane, Parthiv Patel, Suresh Raina, Manoj Tiwary, Vinay Kumar, Umesh Yadav

England : Alastair Cook(c), Jonathan Bairstow, Ian Bell, Ravi Bopara, Scott Borthwick, Tim Bresnan, Jos Buttler, Jade Dernbach, Steven Finn, Alex Hales, Craig Kieswetter(w), Stuart Meaker, Samit Patel, Kevin Pietersen, Graeme Swann, Jonathan Trott, Chris Woakes

Valencia have agreed to sell Juan Mata to Chelsea

2011-08-21T13:54:00.000-07:00

Juan Mata

Football News : Valencia have agreed to sell Juan Mata to Chelsea - MADRID (Reuters) - Valencia have agreed to sell Spain winger Juan Mata to Chelsea, the Spanish club said on Sunday.

"Valencia Football Club have reached an agreement in principle with Chelsea FC for the transfer of the player Juan Manuel Mata," a club statement read.

"The agreement is subject to the relevant medical tests."

The 23-year-old, also a target for Chelsea's faltering rivals Arsenal, has 11 Spain caps and has been mainstay of the Valencia side since 2008 with his speed and goals marking him out as one of Europe's most exciting widemen.

Chelsea have signed Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku and Spanish midfielder Oriol Romeu in the transfer window as new coach Andre Villas-Boas looks to shine in the Champions League and snatch back the Premier League title from Manchester United.

Fans often bemoaned Chelsea's lack of width last season under Carlo Ancelotti.

Valencia, third in La Liga last term, were demanding around 30 million euros (26.2 million pounds) for Mata, according to media reports.

Fantasy Football Rankings 2011 NFL

2011-08-21T13:18:00.000-07:00

Football News : Fantasy Football Rankings 2011 NFL - With NFL football back in action, that means fantasy football is about to begin. SB Nation provides you rankings for each fantasy position, including this ranking of wide receivers.

Wide receiver is a tricky position to rank. Whereas the running back controls his own fate, the WR has to rely on his QB to get him the ball as much as possible. Things get tricky if teams are battling in close games and want to grind out the clock with the running game, or if the WR's stud quarterback injures himself, thus diminishing the number of targets. We've seen first-hand what happens when a QB goes down: Check out Carolina's Steve Smith's recent decline as evidence. All in all, though, talent simply wins out. The big boys will get their share of targets, double-team or not (Calvin Johnson circa 2010).

As usual, rankings are compiled by the best of the best: TJ Mahoney (mahoney1213), Evan Levine (eklevine), Scott Kaliska (dukeallstar) and Kenny Stein (Humbled Fan).

		TM	EL	SK	KS
1	Andre Johnson, Texans	2	2	1	3
2	Calvin Johnson, Lions	1	3	3	2
3	Roddy White, Falcons	6	1	2	1
4	Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals	3	4	10	4
5	Mike Wallace, Steelers	4	5	5	11
6	Hakeem Nicks, Giants	5	7	4	10
7	Greg Jennings, Packers	12	6	6	7
8	DeSean Jackson, Eagles	9	10	7	9
9	Reggie Wayne, Colts	11	8	8	8
10	Miles Austin, Cowboys	7	9	13	12
11	Dwayne Bowe, Chiefs	14	13	9	5
12	Marques Colston, Saints	15	14	15	13
13	Vincent Jackson, Chargers	8	11	11	30
14	Brandon Lloyd, Broncos	25	17	18	6
15	Santonio Holmes, Jets	13	15	21	18
16	Mike Williams, Bucs	20	19	12	16
17	Jeremy Maclin, Eagles	19	12	17	23
18	Dez Bryant, Cowboys	16	18	19	21
19	Percy Harvin, Vikings	17	25	26	15
20	Steve Johnson, Bills	24	20	25	14
21	Chad Ochocinco, Patriots	21	24	20	19
22	Brandon Marshall, Dolphins	10	16	14	-
23	Wes Welker, Patriots	23	22	24	26
24	Anquan Boldin, Ravens	26	26	27	20
25	Sidney Rice, Seahawks	29	23	23	31
26	Kenny Britt, Titans	18	30	16	-
27	Mario Manningham, Giants	27	21	-	17
28	Austin Collie, Colts	22	29	22	-
29	Santana Moss, Redskins	30	-	31	24
30	Johnny Knox, Bears	-	-	30	22
31	Steve Smith, Panthers	28	27	-	-
32	Braylon Edwards, 49ers	-	31	-	27
33	A.J. Green, Bengals	31	-	-	28
34	Mike Thomas, Jaguars	-	-	-	29
35	Mike Sims-Walker, Rams	32	32	-	-
36	Michael Crabtree, 49ers	-	-	-	25
37	Plaxico Burress, Jets	-	28	-	-
38	Pierre Garcon, Colts	-	-	29	-
39	Julio Jones, Falcons	-	-	-	32
40	Jacoby Ford, Raiders	-	-	32	-

My two cents: This position is where things get tricky. It was a neck and neck battle for supremacy between the two Johnsons. Andre ultimately won out over Calvin, but barely. If Schaub and Stafford stay healthy, then Calvin and Andre will both dominate; however, that is a major IF, especially in Stafford's case. People can argue about Larry Fitz in the top five, but with Kolb at the helm, Larry will get his. Check out his stats last year with the likes of me and you throwing the ball to him. Roddy White may lose targets to Julio Jones, and Mike Wallace needs to capitalize on his dominant 2010 second half, but otherwise the top 6 looks great. As shown by our own ranks above, you can go in just about any direction from that point on. It seems to be a matter of personal preference.

Even in non-PPR Leagues, it is extremely beneficial to draft a Tier-1 WR. This enables you to build around your reliable WR1 with starters at the other positions, and you can take a flier on the other WR's. It's extremely difficult to pick and choose mid-level WR's as starters weekly because it's tough to determine who will break out any given week. Drafting a top WR eliminates this risk. Helpful RB's fly off the waiver wire each year more so than WR's do.

Premier League football news Liverpool vs Sunderland

2011-08-13T07:24:00.000-07:00

Football News : Premier League football news Liverpool vs Sunderland

Liverpool - Sunderland travel to Liverpool on Saturday, in the opening weekend of the Premier League season. The clubs have different aims for the season, with Liverpool looking to force their way back into the top four, and Sunderland looking to improve on their tenth place finish from last season. Both teams have strengthened significantly during the summer, and this will be the fans' first chance to see the new signings in competitive action.

Kenny Dalglish's Liverpool are comfortable favourites for the match, best priced at 11/20 with bet365. Sunderland can be backed at 7/1 with Betfred, and the draw is top priced at 10/3 with Stan James.

Bookmakers feel that a 1-0 win for Liverpool is the most likely scoreline, priced at 6/1, while a 2-0 win can be backed at 7/1 on Betfair. A 1-1 draw is best priced at 8/1 with Ladbrokes and a 2-1 win for the Reds is at 8/1 with Skybet. Liverpool are 10/1 with William Hill to thrash the Black Cats 3-0, and a goalless draw can be backed at 12/1 with Ladbrokes. Sunderland's best hope is a 1-0 win, which is best priced with Stan James at 18/1.

On the half time / full time market, Liverpool / Liverpool is the favourite spot, priced at 13/10 with Boylesports. Draw / Liverpool is next, at 7/2 with William Hill, and draw / draw is a general 11/2 chance. Sunderland are 16/1 to be winning at half time and full time, and draw / Sunderland is at 18/1 with Betinternet. Both sides are 20/1 with Skybet to be winning at half time but drawing after ninety minutes.

Luis Suarez is favourite to open the scoring in the match, priced at 4/1 with Coral. Andy Carroll is next, at 9/2 with Paddy Power, and Dirk Kuyt is a general 5/1 shot. David N'Gog is a 6/1 chance with Ladbrokes, and Maxi Rodriguez is 15/2 with bet365. Liverpool's new signing Charlie Adam is at 8/1, and Sunderland's best chance is Asamoah Gyan, who is generally available at 9/1.

Liverpool are best priced at 5/4 to finish in the top four this season, and Sunderland are evens with bet365 to finish in the top ten.

Match Result :

Liverpool: 1/2 1.50 -200

Draw: 89/25 4.56 +356

Sunderland: 41/5 9.20 +820

Correct Score

Liverpool 1-0: 6/1 7.00 +600

Liverpool 2-0: 6/1 7.00 +600

Liverpool 2-1: 8/1 9.00 +800

Liverpool 3-0: 9/1 10.00 +900

Liverpool 3-1: 12/1 13.00 +1200

Liverpool 3-2: 33/1 34.00 +3300

Liverpool 4-0: 22/1 23.00 +2200

Liverpool 4-1: 25/1 26.00 +2500

Liverpool 4-2: 50/1 51.00 +5000

Liverpool 4-3: 200/1 201.00 +20000

Liverpool 5-0: 66/1 67.00 +6600

Liverpool 5-1: 66/1 67.00 +6600

Liverpool 5-2: 125/1 126.00 +12500

Liverpool 5-3: 275/1 276.00 +27500

Liverpool 5-4: 500/1 501.00 +50000

Liverpool 6-0: 125/1 126.00 +12500

Liverpool 6-1: 150/1 151.00 +15000

Soccer, Liverpool, Dirk Kuyt, Sunderland, Asamoah Gyan, Andy Carroll, Luis Suarez, Maxi Rodriguez, Charlie Adam, Betting Previews

Top 10 Best Soccer Players In The World

2011-07-14T12:12:00.000-07:00

Football News and Live Footbll: Top 10 Best Soccer Players In The World - Here we have this amazing list of the top 10 soccer players in the World.

1. Lionel Messi

Lionel is from Argentina and plays for FC Barcelona and plays forward. This 22 years old guy is ruling the Soccer field with his success and awards for most of the goals in a year.

2. Christiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo is from Portugal and plays for Real Madrid plus he plays as a Midfielder. When he was 18 he played for Manchester United and played for them for 6 years. He was the FIFA Footballer of the Year 2008. In one year he scored 42 goals. No doubt he is an awesome dribbler, cool shooter and kick ass header!

3. Wayne Rooney

Wayne Rooney is an English man and plays for Manchester United as a forward. He has the highest goals not only in his club but also anywhere he plays and rocks it.

4. Kaka

He is so CUTE!! :p and from Brazil plus he plays for Real Madrid and is a Midfielder. This man is known for his principles and a true believer of Jesus. He is a great dribbler and a great Mastermind.

5. Xavi Hernandez

This Spanish guy plays for the Barcelona club and is a Midfielder. He is an excellent organizer plus and awesome dribbler. No doubt a great player he really is.

6. Zlatan Ibrahimovic

He is from Sweden and plays for the Barcelona club. Zlatan plays forward and has the ability to put a life in the game.

7. Steven Gerrad

This English man plays for Liverpool and is a Midfielder. He is an unstoppable award winner like he is the player of the month, player of the year, team of the year and many more. He is even the captain of Liverpool team.

8. Samuel Eto’o

He is from the Inter Club and plays forward. He was a part of Cameroon team at the age of 14 and was signed in by Real Madrid at the age of 16 and then was rejected 4 years later. He scored 108 goals for Barcelona in 5 seasons.

9. Didier Drogba

He plays forward and plays from the Club called Chelsea. He is from Ivory Coast and joined at the age of 26 and rocked the world with his awesome-ness! Chelsea pays $37 million for him.

10. Andres Iniesta

This Midfielder is from Spain and plays for Barcelona Club. He is an amazing dribbler and often called as “the Illusionist”. His attacking and defending are superb.

Ferguson convinced landing £20M Arsenal ace Nasri in days

2011-06-29T11:25:00.000-07:00

Football News Score: Ferguson convinced landing £20M Arsenal ace Nasri in days - Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is convinced of prising Samir Nasri from Arsenal THIS WEEK.

The Mirror says United are ready to make their move for Nasri with a view to sealing a deal before pre-season training begins next week.

Arsenal could find it hard to resist a £20million offer for a player in the final year of his contract at the Emirates.

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger has already made it clear Nasri will not be allowed to run his contract down and leave on a free as midfielder Mathieu Flamini did three years ago.

Wenger has been trying to persuade Nasri that the club’s six-year spell without trophies will come to an end next season.

Nasri would provide a simple solution to United boss Sir Alex Ferguson’s search for a new midfielder.

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