Vol. 5 Num 207 Wed. December 22, 2004    
 
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Tigers begin ODI training
With the Test series over, Bangladesh began their preparation for the first one-day international against India at the MA Aziz Stadium tomorrow.
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Nayeem keeps Usha atop
Two goals by Pakistani forward Nayeem Ahmed helped Usha Krira Chakra remain on top of the Green Delta Premier Hockey League table with an impressive 3-1 win against Mariner Youngs Club at the MaulanaBhashani
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Low performing HP
The Sri Lanka Cricket Academy transformed their form into the shorter version of the game as well when the visitors recorded a comprehensive four-wicket win against BCB HP (High Performance) Squad inyesterday's
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Strauss leads Eng home
Andrew Strauss led England to a record eighth successive Test victory on Tuesday as they beat South Africa by seven wickets in the first Test.
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World's best to fight racism
Brazil's newly-crowned FIFA World Footballer of the Year Ronaldinho said he was committed in the fight against racism in the sport.
 
Harbhajan doosra reported
India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has been reported for a suspected illegal bowling action after concerns were raised over his 'doosra' delivery, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced here
 
Vaughan hails record win
England captain Michael Vaughan hailed a "very special" achievement after his team completed a record eighth successive Test win by beating South Africa by seven wickets on the fifth day of the firstTest
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FIFA world rankings
Brazil's hattrick
World champions Brazil have topped FIFA's world rankings for the third year running, football's world ruling body announced Monday.
 
'No Gerrard for Morientes'
Liverpool have told Real Madrid to forget about using Fernando Morientes to lure Steven Gerrard to the Bernabeu next summer.
 
Div I cricket
7-star Nasir
Nasiruddin bowled Sonargaon Cricketers to a massive 103-run victory over Nabin Sangha with a fantastic seven-wicket haul in the First Division Cricket League at the Jagannath Hall ground yesterday.
 
Jemi V-Day TT champ
Jemi of Gaibandha clinched the singles crown of the Victory Day Women's Open table tennis tournament defeating Seema of Jessore 11-3, 11-7, 13-11 in the final at the Dhanmondi Women's Sports Complex yesterday.
 
Open squash
Title contenders Bhola Lal, Ram Jagadish and Swapan Parvez won their respective Premier Division matches of the Sharp Blade Open Squash Tournament yesterday.
 
Dalmiya due on Dec 26
Jagmohan Dalmiya is expected to arrive in Dhaka on December 26 to watch the last two one-day internationals between India and Bangladesh.
 
Pepsi handball
The semifinals and the final of the Bagerhat zone qualifiers for the Pepsi 17th Men's Handball Championship will be held today at the Bagerhat Stadium.
 
Selection trial for U-13 booters from Jan 2
The Bangladesh Football Federation will hold a selection trial to prepare two Under-13 football teams which will take part in the AFC U-13 Football Festival in Dhaka next April.
 
Zoysa injured in rained off tour opener
Fast bowler Nuwan Zoysa is a doubt for Sri Lanka's first one-day international with New Zealand this weekend after dislocating a finger on Tuesday.
 
Lee on Aussie A squad for 1-dayers
Brett Lee, who has endured a frustrating run as Test cricket 12th man, has been picked for Australia A in one-day matches against Pakistan and West Indies next month.
 
Roberto Carlos wants a transfer
Brazil World Cup star Roberto Carlos, continually thwarted in his pay demands, has demanded a transfer after Real Madrid dropped him for last weekend's 3-2 league win over Racing Santander.
 
Glazer ponders new offer for MU
The board of Manchester United said Monday said that US sports tycoon Malcolm Glazer was considering "potential revisions" to his previous unofficial takeover offer for the English football giants.
 

 
   
 
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