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Chelsea salute Richard Attenborough after life president`s death

Chelsea salute Richard Attenborough after life president`s death

Last Updated: Monday, August 25, 2014, 16:55

Chelsea have paid tribute to life president Richard Attenborough, who has died at the age of 90, saying that the Oscar-winning film director`s "personality was woven into the tapestry of the club over seven decades".

Caroline Wozniacki is `happy` after split with Rory McIlroy

Caroline Wozniacki is `happy` after split with Rory McIlroy

Last Updated: Monday, August 25, 2014, 11:05

Caroline Wozniacki recently admitted that she`s "happy being single" post split from fiance Rory McIlroy.

Prisoners to play in Bengal football league

Prisoners to play in Bengal football league

Last Updated: Sunday, August 24, 2014, 17:15

They certainly do not belong to the "League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" nor can they be clubbed among "Few Good Men" but these proverbial bad boys want a final shot at redemption through the `beautiful game`.

When Novak Djokovic was floored by ice hockey ace on tennis court!

When Novak Djokovic was floored by ice hockey ace on tennis court!

Last Updated: Saturday, August 23, 2014, 18:00

Swedish ice hockey goaltender Henrik Lundqvist , who plays for the New York Rangers of the National Hockey League, made an electric return to town following a summer break in his homeland and beat world number one Novak Djokovic.

Daniel Sturridge in search of `ambitious lady with inner beauty`

Daniel Sturridge in search of `ambitious lady with inner beauty`

Last Updated: Saturday, August 23, 2014, 17:57

Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge recently took to Twitter to announce that he was looking for love, particularly an "ambitious lady with inner beauty."

From pitch to screen: Banned pacer Mohammad Amir offered `hero`s role` in Pakistan movie

From pitch to screen: Banned pacer Mohammad Amir offered `hero`s role` in Pakistan movie

Last Updated: Friday, August 22, 2014, 11:12

Pakistani pace express Mohammad Amir has reportedly revealed that he has been offered the hero`s role in a movie and has decided to do it as the cricketer struggles to earn his bread and butter while serving a five-year ban for spot-fixing.

Muhammad Amir to make his acting debut in a Pakistani film

Muhammad Amir to make his acting debut in a Pakistani film

Last Updated: Wednesday, August 20, 2014, 21:04

Banned Pakistan fast bowler Muhammad Amir, frustrated at not being able to play cricket, has decided to try his luck in the film industry and agreed to do a film titled -- Blind Love.

IM Vijayan flattered by Sachin Tendulkar`s soccer knowledge, interest

IM Vijayan flattered by Sachin Tendulkar`s soccer knowledge, interest

Last Updated: Wednesday, August 20, 2014, 10:14

Former India international footballer IM Vijayan is flattered by cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar`s knowledge of soccer and the little master`s keenness to learn the finer points of the game.

Ian Botham embarrassed by nude pic appearing on Twitter page

Ian Botham embarrassed by nude pic appearing on Twitter page

Last Updated: Tuesday, August 19, 2014, 14:46

Former England Test cricketer and captain Ian Botham was reportedly left embarrassed on Monday when a photograph of a naked man appeared on his Twitter page.

Angry baboons attack Ryan Giggs` dad during family holiday

Angry baboons attack Ryan Giggs` dad during family holiday

Last Updated: Monday, August 18, 2014, 14:49

Ryan Giggs` father was recently attacked by angry baboons, while he tried to film them on holiday with his family.

Wife convinced Alastair Cook to stay on as England skipper

Wife convinced Alastair Cook to stay on as England skipper

Last Updated: Monday, August 18, 2014, 11:16

Alastair Cook said support from his wife, Alice, had persuaded him to stay on as England captain after leading the side to a come-from-behind Test series win over India.

Gazza is a classical music fanatic too!

Gazza is a classical music fanatic too!

Last Updated: Sunday, August 17, 2014, 18:40

Former England international Paul Gascoigne, popularly known as Gazza, is reportedly so keen for his new neighbours to accept him that he is blasting classical music at posh neighbourhood from his lavish penthouse.

Alex Rodriguez buys Meryl Streep`s `modern midcentury` mansion

Alex Rodriguez buys Meryl Streep`s `modern midcentury` mansion

Last Updated: Sunday, August 17, 2014, 13:33

Alex Rodriguez has bought Meryl Streep`s modern midcentury mansion in the Hollywood Hills , it has been revealed.

Rory McIlroy follows `desperate` model on Twitter

Rory McIlroy follows `desperate` model on Twitter

Last Updated: Saturday, August 16, 2014, 14:58

Rory McIlroy is now following model Ashley Bongiovanni, who was caught on camera trying to grab his attention, on Twitter.

Maradona hospitalised for routine check-up

Maradona hospitalised for routine check-up

Last Updated: Friday, August 15, 2014, 17:47

Argentine football legend Diego Maradona was taken to a Buenos Aires hospital for a routine medical check-up, his daughter Gianinna said.

Virat Kohli gets Chelsea shirt as The Oval Test awaits

Virat Kohli gets Chelsea shirt as The Oval Test awaits

Last Updated: Friday, August 15, 2014, 12:05

Indian batsman Virat Kohli gets himself a Chelsea shirt following a visit to Stamford Bridge in London. The 25-year-old batsman is a keen football fan and have followed the recent FIFA World Cup with special interest.

Former cricket captain Anjum Chopra tries hand at kabaddi commentary

Former cricket captain Anjum Chopra tries hand at kabaddi commentary

Last Updated: Thursday, August 14, 2014, 13:41

What happens when a former India cricket captain is approached to do commentary in a kabaddi tournament? Well, if the player happens to be Anjum Chopra, she just walks over to the nearest ground and tries her hand at the sport after accepting the offer.