Patel, Franklin recalled into New Zealand squad for Zimbabwe tour

Last Updated: Sunday, September 25, 2011, 17:44

New Zealand off-spinner Jeetan Patel and all-rounder James Franklin have been recalled into the national team for next month’s tour to Zimbabwe.

Franklin hopeful of strong performance in CLT20

Last Updated: Sunday, September 18, 2011, 21:08

James Franklin of the Mumbai Indians is hopeful as he prepares for the forthcoming Champions League T20 tournament.

Aretha Franklin still wants Halle Berry to play lead role in biopic

Last Updated: Tuesday, August 23, 2011, 17:57

Even though Halle Berry has declined to play soul diva Aretha Franklin in a biopic about her life, the Queen of Soul has revealed that her top choice for the role still remains Berry.

Phelps wins as `Missile` explodes in China

Last Updated: Monday, August 1, 2011, 09:23

Michael Phelps eased his world championships heartache with a 100m butterfly win Saturday as 16-year-old Missy "Missile" Franklin exploded onto the scene with another two gold medals in Shanghai.

LIC, Franklin up stake in RIL; buy shares worth Rs 200 cr

Last Updated: Monday, July 18, 2011, 19:16

State-run insurer LIC and private fund house Franklin Templeton have hiked their stake in Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries by collectively buying about 23 lakh shares, currently worth an estimated Rs 200 crore.

Halle Berry ‘back in the game’ for Aretha Franklin biopic

Last Updated: Monday, July 11, 2011, 12:20

Legendary singer Aretha Franklin has revealed that actress Halle Berry is still the favourite to portray her in an upcoming biopic.

Franklin insists he has lot to offer for Kiwis

Last Updated: Monday, July 4, 2011, 00:00

New Zealand all-rounder James Franklin on Monday expressed disappointment at missing out on a central contract for the second consecutive year and insisted that he had a lot to offer, especially in cricket Tests.