Category: Sport
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Over 70,000 run in Auckland’s Round the Bays
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New Zealand’s largest fun run marking the 40th anniversary attracted an estimated 70,000 walkers, runners and wheelchair athletes; the Ports of Auckland Round the Bays attracted a large crowd to complete the 8.4km journey from Quay Street to St Heliers Bay at varying paces. First to cross the finish line in 28…
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Olympics: Australia wins bid over India
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The inaugural Special Olympics Asia Pacific Games for athletes with an intellectual disability will be held in Australia in December 2013. Newcastle has secured the winning bid against strong competition from cities in India and Malaysia. Newcastle to welcome 1,700 athletes on a journey to achieve their personal best In…
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Kolaveri maker releases Sachin song
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South Indian actor-turned-singer Dhanush has released his latest song – The Sachin Song, in a tribute to India’s most adored cricket superstar – Sachin Tendulkar. Announcing the release of the song on Twitter, the Kolaveri-fame singer said:Â “THE SACHIN song officially out 4am today. let’s sing along-u. A humble attempt from…
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42000 Aucklanders to run for a cause
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On the morning of Sunday 18 March over 42,000 runners will line up at Auckland’s Quay Street, ready to run 8.4km distance to St Heliers Bay, as part of the Ports of Auckland Round The Bays Race. Entries are flooding in, says says the event spokesperson Sandra King. “We expect to…
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Chance to shine for Indian heroes
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A sport charity is inviting nominations from those actively involved in sport and community work in the Indian community. SPROUT, an Auckland-based charity, has launched the Indian Sports & Community Awards to be held on 26 May 2012 at the Sudima Hotel near Auckland International Airport. The inaugural awards aim…
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Leander: the only Indian standing tall in Australia
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What were the odds that the Bryan brothers’ 23-match winning streak will be interrupted by a pair that was defeated by the American twins in a tuning event earlier in the month, that the Bryans will be defeated in two straight sets by a pair that was teaming up only…
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Blind Indian to compete in 243km race
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Think about the level of physical endurance you would need to complete a 243km race through mountains and rivers. Now imagine running, cycling and kayaking that distance blind-folded. Now we are talking about mental endurance. Meet 27-year old Neelusha Memon, who is almost blind and yet determined to compete with…
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$1m NZ pavilion may go for London Olympics
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A huge waka-shaped pavilion, cornerstone of the very popular Rugby World Cup event, may be seen next year in London during the 2012 Olympic Games. New Zealand won the recently concluded Rugby World Cup. Discussions are underway between the New Zealand Olympic Committee and Ngati Whatua o Orakei to take…
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Taslima denies advising Sachin against Sathya
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Controversial writer Taslima Nasreen has denied a media report which claims that the noted Bangladeshi writer had “advised the cricketing world’s god, Sachin Tendulkar, not to pray for Sathya Sai Baba, who passed away on Sunday morning.” Protesting against the media report, Taslima tweeted: “Times of India’s headline is ‘Taslima…
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World Cup final: Wankhede pitch to help bowlers
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The Wankhede Stadium wicket for the ICC World Cup final between India and Sri Lanka will be a slow turner, according to the pitch curator, Sudhir Naik. This is like most wickets in the subcontinent during this time of the year, says Naik who is a former India player. If the…
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Sachin takes India to World Cup final
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India has entered the final of the ICC World Cup, thanks to a heroic knock by master blaster Sachin Tendulkar. Sachin was awarded the man of the match award. Batting first, India put a modest target of 260 for Pakistan to chase, but Pakistan struggled to chase the total. Pakistan…
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Will India-Pakistan match be affected by rain?
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India-Pakistan cricket match in Mohali came under clouds with a drizle and light storm in Chandigarh just the night before the crucial ICC World Cup match. However, the met department is predicting the weather to be clear for the match. The temperature is expected to be around 32 degrees, with…
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PETA asks Poonam Pandey to strip for animals
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While aspiring Indian model Poonam Pandey reiterated her promise to remove clothes if India wins the ICC Cricket World Cup in Mumbai on Saturday, an NGO has appealed to the 19-year old to strip for animals. In an open letter to the Kingfisher model, PETA India’s chief functionary, Poorva Joshipura,…
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PETA wants cricket balls banned
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Spare a thought for hapless cows while you enjoy the final battle between India and Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Cricket balls are made of leather, which is procured after slaughtering defenceless animals. In India, where much of the world’s leather comes from, cattle are marched for days…
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RWC 2011: free guide for businesses
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Auckland businesses now have free access to a wealth of information and resources to help them prepare for Rugby World Cup 2011, with the launch of Auckland’s Match Ready for Business programme. Information and resources will be updated regularly till the beginning of the Rugby World Cup 2011 on 9…
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India-Pak Cricket to slow down work in India
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The India-Pakistan cricket match in Mohali in a semi-final of the ICC World Cup is going to be a work-stopper. Described as the battle of battles, this mother of all cricket matches is likely to stop work throughout India. Sensing the potential impact of the India-Pakistan world cup match on…
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Ice Hockey game to go ahead in Christchurch
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While the Rugby World Cup 2011 may been the biggest casualty of the Christchurch earthquake for canterbrians, all is not lost. Encouraged by Prince William’s visit to the earthquake-affected Canterbury, the promoters of International Ice Hockey USA vs Canada have decided to go ahead with the event. “I do not…
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Christchurch loses Rugby World Cup
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In a major setback to the quake-affected city, the Rugby World Cup 2011 Tournament partners announced that Christchurch will be unable to host the seven matches scheduled to be played at Stadium Christchurch and these will be rescheduled to be played at other venues in New Zealand. The decision was…
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42M Indians watched ICC World Cup so far
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First 4 non-India matches get high TV rankings Indians are enjoying the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 in a big way. While Indians glued to their television set during India’s first ICC World Cup match, with a television rating of 10.3 TVR, they also watched non-India matches in high numbers,…
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Two Kiwis return home from Cricket World Cup
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The New Zealand cricket team participating in the ICC Cricket World Cup in India will be short of two staff members. Dayle Shackel, the physiotherapist for the team, and trainer Bryan Stronach are returning to New Zealand to be with their families after the recent Christchurch earthquake extensively damaged their…