Monday, September 30, 2013
Petron defeats Rain or Shine on PBA Semis Game 1 (REPLAY VIDEO)
Elijah Millsap scored 41 points, including 11 straight during a stretch in the fourth quarter, to carry the Petron Blaze Boosters to a 91-83 victory over the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters on Monday at the SMART-Araneta Coliseum.
The win gave the Boosters a 1-0 lead in their best-of-five Governors’ Cup finals series.
“I think he bailed us out tonight,” said Petron coach Gee Abanilla on Millsap, who added 14 rebounds.
Two Good Conferences Not Enough for Calvin Abueva to Win MVP
Point laureate Ronnie Magsanoc may have proven a point that will secure his bosom buddy’s distinct place in PBA history.
Magsanoc said that for top rookie and MVP candidate Calvin Abueva to have a shot at basketball immortality, it is imperative for his Alaska Aces to achieve a strong finish in the ongoing PBA Governors’ Cup.
Cliff Hodge disowns tweet calling for Ryan Gregorio's resignation
Meralco rookie Cliff Hodge on Sunday night quickly disowned a tweet that called for the resignation of Bolts coach Ryan Gregorio, saying his Twitter account was hacked.
The Twitter world went ablaze shortly after the Bolts’ 83-73 loss to San Mig in Game One of their PBA Governors Cup semifinal series (watch full game replay video here) when a tweet fired from Hodge’s account.
@therealchodge1: “Coach Ryan should resign immediately before HE LOSES another game for the team!!!!”
What's next for NU's Ray Parks? PBA Rookie Draft or D-League?
National University (NU) superstar Bobby Ray Parks needs time to think about his next move after he and the Bulldogs were ousted by the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers in the Final Four of the UAAP Season 76 tournament.
The Bulldogs were the top-seeded team and had twice-to-beat advantage, but they ran into an inspired UST team who made history by becoming the first fourth-seed in the Final Four era to topple the No. 1 team.
“It sucks to lose,” a subdued Parks told reporters after they lost 69-76 to UST last Saturday. “But hey, they showed up, they played tough, and they played their type of basketball. So congratulations to them.”
The Bulldogs were the top-seeded team and had twice-to-beat advantage, but they ran into an inspired UST team who made history by becoming the first fourth-seed in the Final Four era to topple the No. 1 team.
“It sucks to lose,” a subdued Parks told reporters after they lost 69-76 to UST last Saturday. “But hey, they showed up, they played tough, and they played their type of basketball. So congratulations to them.”
NBA considering to return 2-2-1-1-1 Finals format
The NBA Finals could return to a 2-2-1-1-1 format. The league's Competition Committee voted unanimously to recommend the change from the current 2-3-2 system and owners will vote on it next month at their meetings.
"The idea was raised at the Competition Committee and was well-received and the committee ultimately unanimously voted to recommend the change in format," NBA spokesman Tim Frank said Sunday (Monday, Manila time).
If approved, it hasn't been decided if the change would begin with the 2014 finals.
"The idea was raised at the Competition Committee and was well-received and the committee ultimately unanimously voted to recommend the change in format," NBA spokesman Tim Frank said Sunday (Monday, Manila time).
If approved, it hasn't been decided if the change would begin with the 2014 finals.
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Miss World 2013 Full Replay Video
Miss Philippines' Megan Young, was crowned Miss World 2013 in a glittering finale on the Indonesian resort island of Bali on Saturday.
“I promise to be the best Miss World ever,” Young, 23, said after winning the 63rd annual event, as a large number of Filipino fans who traveled with her celebrated by jumping and waving the country’s flag.
San Mig Coffee defeats Meralco on PBA Semis Game 1 (REPLAY VIDEO)
The San Mig Coffee Mixers used tough defense to go on a late run to get away from the Meralco Bolts, 83-73, in the opening game of their best-of-five semifinals series on Sunday at the SMART-Araneta Coliseum.
It was a tight defensive struggle between the two teams for most of the game, with Meralco behind by only a single point midway through the fourth quarter, 70-69, after a desperation three-pointer by John Wilson to beat the 24-second buzzer.
Kobe Paras bags 2013 FIBA 3x3 U18 Dunk Contest title (VIDEO)
Philippines' Kobe Paras won the Dunk Contest at the 2013 FIBA 3x3 U18 World Championship in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Paras bested Antonio Morales of Spain, Demonte Flannigan of the United States and Sun Ming Hui of China to take home the gold.
Former Ginebra import returns to Manila as Indiana Pacers (VIDEO)
Former Barangay Ginebra import Donald Sloan is looking forward to his return to the Philippines, this time as a member of the Indiana Pacers.
Sloan, who played for Ginebra in the 2011 Governors’ Cup, was signed by the Pacers this off-season and will be with the team when they visit Manila on October 10 with the Houston Rockets in the first ever pre-season game to be played in the country.
Saturday, September 28, 2013
Gilas PH Youth Team advances to 2nd round of FIBA Asia U16 tourney
The Philippine national youth basketball team advanced to the second round of the FIBA Asia Under-16 Boys’ Championship in Tehran, Iran after splitting its first two assignments in the preliminary rounds.
The Filipinos edged Kazakhstan, 90-88, in their opening assignment on Thursday before yielding a 95-90 result to Chinese Taipei.
The loss to the Taiwanese spoiled a big game from Ateneo high school star Mike Nieto, who finished with 26 points and 16 rebounds in the defeat.
The Filipinos edged Kazakhstan, 90-88, in their opening assignment on Thursday before yielding a 95-90 result to Chinese Taipei.
The loss to the Taiwanese spoiled a big game from Ateneo high school star Mike Nieto, who finished with 26 points and 16 rebounds in the defeat.
Philippines' Megan Young crowned Miss World 2013 (VIDEO)
Miss Philippines Megan Young is Miss World 2013. In the coronation held Saturday, Sept 28, in Bali, Indonesia, the actress turned beauty queen bested 126 candidates from all over the globe, earning for the Philippines its first Miss World title.
Young, who placed first among the top 10 semifinalists also won in the Top Model challenge event and excelled in the Beach Fashion pre-pageant challenge, where she was among the 11 finalists.
In the question and answer portion where the candidates were given 30 seconds to tell the judges why they deserve the crown, Young expressed her belief in a "core value of humanity" which guides people's actions. She hopes to use this to show others how they may contribute to society.
Young, who placed first among the top 10 semifinalists also won in the Top Model challenge event and excelled in the Beach Fashion pre-pageant challenge, where she was among the 11 finalists.
In the question and answer portion where the candidates were given 30 seconds to tell the judges why they deserve the crown, Young expressed her belief in a "core value of humanity" which guides people's actions. She hopes to use this to show others how they may contribute to society.
UST upsets NU; sets up UAAP 76 finals showdown with La Salle
University of Sto. Tomas (UST) closed out top-seeded National University (NU), 76-69, in their knockout game to return to the UAAP men’s basketball finals and arrange a title showdown against De La Salle University (DLSU).
The Bulldogs bowed out despite a twice-to-beat edge as the fourth-seeded Tigers completed a two-game sweep in front of 17,828 spectators at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Jeric Teng led the Tigers with 19 points while Kevin Ferrer, who did the most damage in the fourth quarter, had 18.
The Bulldogs bowed out despite a twice-to-beat edge as the fourth-seeded Tigers completed a two-game sweep in front of 17,828 spectators at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Jeric Teng led the Tigers with 19 points while Kevin Ferrer, who did the most damage in the fourth quarter, had 18.
Friday, September 27, 2013
Terrence Romeo wiping spit on Jeron Teng's hand (VIDEO)
De La Salle University superstar Jeron Teng admitted it was disgusting seeing the video replay of the prank FEU Tamaraws star guard Terrence Romeo pulled off on Wednesday afternoon.
A video now making the rounds of social networking sites showed Romeo sneaking up from behind Teng, wetting his hand with sweat from his neck and jersey, then rubbing it into Teng's hands as the Archers sophomore prepared to take free throws late in a 71-68 victory over the Tamaraws.
Arwind Santos focuses on Championship and not on MVP race
HIS closest pursuers for the season MVP award are falling by the wayside one by one, but Petron star forward Arwind Santos would rather not dwell on winning the coveted individual trophy and instead focus on guiding the Boosters to a championship in the PBA Governors Cup.
Bagging the MVP award would be a blessing, Santos acknowledged, although at the moment his attention is on Petron’s semifinal series against defending champion Rain or Shine that starts on Monday.
Gilas PH U-16 defeats Kazakhstan in FIBA Asia U16 Championship
The Gilas Pilipinas youth team opened its campaign in the Fiba-Asia Under-16 Championship on a bright note by turning back a tall Kazakhstan squad, 90-88, on Thursday night in Tehran, Iran.
Michael Dela Cruz and Richard Escoto each had 19 points while Andres Desiderio added 10 points for the nationals, who survived Leonid Voronushkin's hot shooting and the big height advantage of the Kazakhs to pull off the win.
“It was a tough game but at least we won it. We’re proud of our boys,” said MVP Sports Foundation head Al Panlilio, who accompanied the team to Iran. “Atleast we were able to shake off some jitters along the way.”
Philippines climb up 11 places in the FIBA World Men's Rankings
A busy summer of hoops has not changed the top three in the FIBA Ranking Men, but there is plenty of movement further afield.
As they did in 2012, the USA, Spain and Argentina still rank first, second and third respectively, following the conclusion of the 2013 season of men's continental championships.
Philippines unbeaten after Day 1 of FIBA 3x3 World Championship
The Philippines posted a clean slate in Day One of the Fiba 3x3 U18 World Championship by beating three opponents on Thursday in Jakarta.
The team of Thirdy Ravena of Ateneo, Kobe Paras of La Salle Greenhills, Paolo Rivero of Ateneo, and Arvie Tolentino of San Beda defeated Chinese Taipei (13-5), Guatemala (18-9), and Andorra (15-11) to remain undefeated in Pool B.
LA Tenorio still dreaming of MVP award despite early Ginebra exit
LA Tenorio plunged straight into action for Barangay Ginebra San Miguel in the Governors’ Cup without taking a break after helping Gilas Pilipinas win a silver medal in the FIBA Asia Championship.
With the Gin Kings’ campaign coming to an end, Tenorio is finally getting a well-deserved break.
Despite Ginebra’s early exit, the cerebral point guard remains one of the top contenders for the season’s Most Valuable Player award. An automatic nominee after winning Best Player of the Conference in the Commissioner’s Cup, he has stepped up his game in this tournament, playing a string of stellar games that helped boost his case.
With the Gin Kings’ campaign coming to an end, Tenorio is finally getting a well-deserved break.
Despite Ginebra’s early exit, the cerebral point guard remains one of the top contenders for the season’s Most Valuable Player award. An automatic nominee after winning Best Player of the Conference in the Commissioner’s Cup, he has stepped up his game in this tournament, playing a string of stellar games that helped boost his case.
Thursday, September 26, 2013
LA Lakers stress patience with Kobe Bryant's return
Although the Los Angeles Lakers are still uncertain when Kobe Bryant will be on the court this season, general manager Mitch Kupchak isn't pushing for an answer.
The Lakers have plenty of work to keep them occupied in training camp until Bryant figures out when he'll be ready to join them.
La Salle's LA Revilla eyes Hollywood ending to college career
It has been five years since De La Salle University Green Archers last played in a UAAP Finals that LA Revilla swears he has forgotten how it feels.
He'll soon get reacquainted with it. The only remnant of the La Salle team that lost to Ateneo in the 2008 Finals, the veteran point guard is also one of the biggest reasons why the Green Archers are back in the league's showpiece event.
James Yap vows not to let Calvin Abueva get on his nerves
SAN Mig Coffee star James Yap has vowed not to let Alaska rookie Calvin Abueva get on his nerves, hours before the two teams renew their rivalry in the PBA Governors Cup quarterfinals.
Yap and Abueva have had much publicized skirmishes in the past, the last in the Commissioner's Cup semifinals that degenerated into a war of words and dragged Yap's teammate Marc Pingris into the fray.
FIBA EuroBasket 2013 Tournament Wrap (VIDEO)
Relive all the action from FIBA EuroBasket 2013 in Slovenia. France wins their first EuroBasket crown. Lithuania settles to Silver medal and the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup host' Spain secures Bronze.
Ateneo alumni Greg Slaughter applies for 2014 PBA Rookie Draft
Former Ateneo slotman and many-time national player Greg Slaughter heads the initial cast of applicants for the 2014 PBA Annual Rookie Draft set on November 3 at Robinson’s Place Ermita in Manila.
The 6-11 Slaughter, a key figure in the Blue Eagles’ UAAP championship run the past few years, beat the deadline set for Fil-foreigners on September 12 to become the first of an expected bumper crop of quality big men to adorn next season's draft pool.
Globe Telecom signs mEducation MoU with DepEd, TESDA
Leading telecommunications company Globe Telecom throws its support to the mEducation initiative of GSM Association as it signed a joint collaboration agreement with the Department of Education (DepEd), Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and other industry players to bring education opportunities to over six million out-of-school youth in the country.
“This is something that clearly requires the effort of everybody and we believe that this collaboration to explore and pursue mobile education programs has a great potential to impact more disadvantaged Filipino youth,” said Gil B. Genio, Head of Globe Corporate Strategy and Business Development in a speech delivered during the Memorandum of Understanding signing activity at Makati Shangri-la Hotel.
2015 NBA All-Star Weekend to be held at Madison Square Garden
Hosting duties for the National Basketball Association's 2015 All-Star Game will be shared between the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets, the league said on Wednesday.
The newly renovated Madison Square Garden, home to the Knicks, will host the midseason exhibition on Feb. 15 while the $1 billion Barclays Center, which opened a year ago and is home to the Nets, will showcase the popular slam dunk contest and the weekend's other events.
Juan Manuel Marquez admits Timothy Bradley could be his fight
Bad news for Manny Pacquiao fans. His Mexican rival Juan Manuel Marquez is contemplating retirement after his world title fight against WBO welterweight champion Timothy Bradley on October 12.
This means, Manny Pacquiao may no longer be able to avenge his sixth-round knockout loss to Marquez last December.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
La Salle advances to UAAP 76 Finals; beats FEU (VIDEO)
The De La Salle Green Archers became the first team to book a seat in the UAAP Season 76 finals after surviving a tight contest with FEU, 71-68, to win their final four matchup Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
La Salle, which advanced to the title series for the first time since 2008, is playing its best basketball at just the right time and will be entering the finals on a nine-game unbeaten streak.
They swept the second round of the elimination round and defeated FEU in back-to-back playoff games to enter the finals.
Timothy Bradley seeks to retire Juan Manuel Marquez
Unbeaten American boxer Timothy Bradley Jr. said his deep resolve and desire to win will be his advantages when he takes on Mexican legend Juan Manuel Marquez in a welterweight showdown on October 12.
In his training blog for HBO, Bradley said these are the qualities that will help him in his mission to “retire the great Juan Manuel Marquez.”.
“I definitely agree that my will and determination is something which differentiates me from other fighters,” said Bradley. “I may not be the most skilled or most loved fighter, but I am a warrior and that cannot be taken from me.”
EuroBasket 2013: Top 10 plays of the tournament (VIDEO)
The race to the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup is over in Europe. France have led a parade of six teams into next year's tournament as winners of the EuroBasket for the first time.
Les Bleus beat Lithuania 80-66 in the Final on Sunday night in Ljubljana, and Tony Parker was announced as the MVP of the competition.
Alaska beats San Mig Coffee; forces do-or-die game (REPLAY VIDEO)
The Alaska Aces clamped down on the San Mig Coffee Mixers in the fourth quarter to carve out a 112-105 victory in the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals on Wednesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
With the win, Alaska forced a do-or-die match on Friday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Alaska 112 - McKines 38, Casio 21, Thoss 17, Baguio 17, Espinas 7, Abueva 5, Dela Cruz 4, Jazul 3, Hontiveros 0.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
PBA: LA Tenorio saves Barangay Ginebra from elimination
LA Tenorio came through with the biggest baskets late to carry Barangay Ginebra San Miguel to a 110-102 victory over Talk ‘N Text in their PBA Governors’ Cup knockout match on Tuesday at the SMART-Araneta Coliseum.
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| The Gin Kings were staring at a furious Tropang Texters rally that cut Ginebra’s 21-point lead to just three points. To make matters worse, Ginebra’s leader Mark Caguioa fouled out with 2:53 left in the game. |
Ex-Manny Pacquiao coach Alex Ariza teams up with Brandon Rios
After getting the boot from Team Pacquiao, controversial coach Alex Ariza has decided to join Brandon Rios, the Filipino boxer’s opponent for the November 24 bout.
Ariza told Boxing Scene’s Ronnie Nathanielsz said he had no choice but to accept Rios’ offer.
NBA scout John Purves advises NU’s Bobby Ray Parks to toughen up
Bobby Ray Parks, Jr., no doubt, is one of young players who have the potential to play in the NBA someday.
But how he reacted and was affected by physicality of his defender will be something he needs to check.
Insidious 2: Chapter 2 (2013) Free Full Movie
Insidious 2: Chapter 2 is a 2013 American supernatural horror film directed by James Wan. It is a sequel to 2011's Insidious. The film stars Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne reprising their roles as Josh and Renai Lambert, a husband and wife who seek to uncover the secret that has left them dangerously connected to the spirit world.
PLOT: In 1986, a medium named Carl calls upon his friend Elise to help discover what is haunting Lorraine Lambert's son, Josh. After hypnotizing Josh, Elise attempts to find the location of Josh's "friend" (an old woman who appears in photographs of Josh) through playing Hot or Cold. After warnings from Josh, Elise makes her way to his bedroom closet and is scratched along the arm. As a result, Lorraine, Carl, and Elise agree that making Josh forget his astral projection abilities is the best thing to do
Shaquille O’Neal joins Sacramento Kings as part owner
Shaquille O’Neal, a four-time NBA champion who retired in 2011, has become a part owner of the Sacramento Kings, a rival club he derisively dubbed the “Queens” back in 2002.
Indian businessman Vivek Ranadive, a software company founder who became the owner of the NBA Kings in May for a record $534 million (395.5 million euros) after the team appeared set to move to Seattle, confirmed the move on a Twitter posting.
EuroBasket 2013: Top 5 plays FINALS Day (VIDEO)
Enjoy the top 5 plays from the final day of action at EuroBasket 2013.
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World Cup of Pool: Philippines vs Holland Full Game Replay Video
The tandem of Dennis Orcullo and Lee Van Corteza ruled the World Cup of Pool Monday in London by beating Neils Feijen and Nick van den Berg of Holland, 10-8.
The Orcullo-Corteza partnership became the second Philippine team to win the prestigious double’s event after the legendary pair of Efren “Bata” Reyes and Francisco “Django” Bustamante, who won the tournament twice, in 2006 and 2009. (read full story here)
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Monday, September 23, 2013
UST's Kevin Ferrer says nothing personal on defending Ray Parks
Kevin Ferrer said there was nothing personal with the way he defended Bobby Ray Parks on Sunday, saying he was just trying to do the best he can to stop one of the best players in the UAAP basketball today.
The big man from University of Santo Tomas was credited for his all-around play in the Tigers’ 71-62 Final Four win over National University, scoring 14 points and hitting four three-pointers to help the Tigers forge a rubber match for a berth in this year’s Finals.
Philippines edge Holland to win World Cup of Pool title (VIDEO)
Dennis Orcollo and Lee Van Corteza brought the World Cup of Pool title back to the Philippines after trouncing the Dutch pair of Neils Feijen and Nick Van den Berg in the race-to-10 final in London early Monday morning (Manila time).
The Filipino pair won it by a score of 10-8, winning the last two racks to put away what until then had been a tight contest.
NU's Ray Parks on UST, Kevin Ferrer: "They'll play me dirty"
National University forward Ray Parks chose a legendary NBA team when discussing his match-up against Kevin Ferrer, the lanky swingman of the University of Santo Tomas.
"Michael Jordan had Detroit," Parks said, referring to the Pistons teams of the 1980s that were known as the "Bad Boys." "This is my Detroit. That's just the easiest way to say it. This is my Detroit right here."
James Yap half naked in sports store ad campaign
Don't be surprised if you see ‘provocative’ pictures of James Yap in your favorite malls in the next few weeks.
Yap, Azkals goalkeeper Neil Etheridge and De La Salle volleyball star Michele Gumabao have been tapped to display their well-chiseled bodies as models of a bold ad campaign by top sports apparel store Toby's.
Tony Parker named EuroBasket 2013 MVP (VIDEO)
Tony Parker, France's leader over the past decade, was named as the EuroBasket 2013 MVP following his team's victory over Lithuania in the gold medal game on Sunday, a historical first title for the Gallic nation.
The 31-year-old point guard finished as the tournament's top scorer with 19.7 points-per-game on an amazing 52.6% field goal percentage and also dished out 3.3 assists-per-night on average.
EuroBasket: Spain beats Croatia to secure bronze medal (VIDEO)
Two-time European champions Spain pulled away from Croatia in the second half and prevailed comfortably 92-66 in the battle for third place on the podium at EuroBasket 2013.
With the exception of the opening stretch in the second quarter, Spain never left any doubts that they had taken to the court at Stozice Arena on Sunday absolutely determined to win bronze.
France wins their first-ever EuroBasket crown (VIDEO)
France finally captured their elusive first continental crown by beating Lithuania 80-66 to win EuroBasket 2013 and will head to the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup as European champions.
Nicolas Batum led the way for the French with 17 points, six rebounds and two steals while Boris Diaw added 15 points, six rebounds and four assists and Tony Parker finished with 12 points.
Sunday, September 22, 2013
UAAP 76: UST stuns NU to force do-or-die game
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers built a huge lead in the third quarter, then relied on veteran guard Jeric Teng in the endgame to defeat the National University (NU) Bulldogs, 71-62, in their Final Four clash Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum.
With NU breathing down their necks, 58-63, with 3:40 to go in the game, Teng drilled a cold-blooded triple over the out-stretched arms of Ray Parks to give the Tigers a 66-58 lead.
With NU breathing down their necks, 58-63, with 3:40 to go in the game, Teng drilled a cold-blooded triple over the out-stretched arms of Ray Parks to give the Tigers a 66-58 lead.
EuroBasket 2013 LIVE STREAM: Spain vs Croatia
Two-time European champions Spain and Croatia, a nation that has partially scratched an 18-year itch at EuroBasket 2013, find themselves clashing in the most particular game of the entire tournament
It is, as the cliché goes, the only game that no one wants to play in but neither of the two teams that actually play it want to lose it.
EuroBasket 2013 Finals FREE LIVESTREAM: France vs Lithuania
Will France and Tony Parker finally capture their first European title or will Lithuania be celebrating their fourth EuroBasket crown ten years after winning their last gold medal?
GAME SCHEDULE: (PHL Time)
11:30 PM - September 22 - BATTLE FOR THIRD PLACE: Spain vs Croatia
3:00 AM - September 23 - FINALS: France vs Lithuania
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UFC 165: Jon Jones vs Gustafsson Full Fight Replay VIDEO
Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight champion Jon Jones (19-1 MMA, 13-1 UFC) avoided Anderson Silva's recent fate and edged a resilient Alexander Gustafsson (15-2 MMA, 7-2 UFC) via unanimous decision
Jon Jones defeats Alexander Gustafsson via unanimous decision, 49-46, 48-47, 48-47, to retain his light heavyweight title. (read full story here)
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UFC 165: Jon Jones defeats Gustafsson via unanimous decision
UFC 165: Jon Jones defeats Alexander Gustafsson via unanimous decision, 49-46, 48-47, 48-47, to retain his light heavyweight title.
For the second time in three months, mixed martial arts' pound-for-pound kingpin nearly suffered a shocking upset.
UFC 165: Renan Barao vs Eddie Wineland Full Fight Replay Video
Interim bantamweight champion Renan Barao maintained his ungodly win streak with a highlight-reel KO over Eddie Wineland in the UFC 165 co-main event.
Renan Barao defeats #4 Eddie Wineland via TKO in the 2nd round to defend Interim Bantamweight title
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The Possible PBA Governors’ Cup playoff scenarios
With only one playdate remaining in the PBA Governors’ Cup elimination round, the playoffs are almost underway. But the results of the two remaining games will still have major implications on the playoff picture.
Here are the possible scenarios for the playoffs depending on Sunday’s games.
NU Bulldogs target the UAAP 76 Finals berth vs UST
The National University Bulldogs are aiming to make the finals of the UAAP 76 for the first time since 1970 when they take on the University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers in the Final Four Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum.
The Bulldogs, the UAAP's cellar-dwellers for years, clinched the top spot and the twice-to-beat advantage after finishing with a 10-4 record in the UAAP Season 76 men’s basketball tournament.
UFC 165: Jones vs Gustafsson Free Live Streaming
UFC 165: Jones vs. Gustafsson is an ongoing mixed martial arts event at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
The main event will feature a UFC Light Heavyweight Championship bout between the current champion Jon Jones and Alexander Gustafsson.
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Ryan Gregorio complains the late no-call on Mario West
Meralco import Mario West was fuming after the his team’s loss to the San Mig Coffee Mixers on Friday.
The Bolts reinforcement complained that there should have been a foul called on his final attempt, which could have given him a chance to win or tie the game.
EuroBasket 2013: The Tough Games (VIDEO)
With this year's EuroBasket in Slovenia reaching its peak, coaches and players agree that a lot of their games have been... tough.
Timothy Bradley to consider rematch if Manny Pacquiao beats Rios
American boxer Timothy Bradley said he might grant Manny Pacquiao a rematch if the Filipino boxer scores a dominant win over Mexico’s Brandon Rios.
“If Manny Pacquiao can beat Brandon Rios in November than maybe we can have our rematch after that fight,” Bradley, who declined a $6-million offer for a second faceoff with Pacquiao, told The Sweet Science.
'Dwight Howard-Jeremy Lin potent combination for Houston Rockets'
Former NBA superstar Hakeem Olajuwon sees a bright season for Houston with the Rockets’ recent acquisition of Dwight Howard.
Olajuwon, who was recently hired by Houston as the team’s player development specialist, said pairing the former Laker with their very own Jeremy Lin could be a deadly combination for the Rockets.
Freddie Roach says Mayweather fought tactical, but boring fight
Boxing coach Freddie Roach thinks Floyd Mayweather Jr. fought a tactical and highly defensive fight against Saul “Canelo” Alvarez.
But while Roach admitted that Mayweather has a slick boxing style, he still considers the pound-for-pound king a boring fighter.
UAAP 76: La Salle outlasts FEU to clinch twice-to-beat advantage
De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers controlled the game from start to finish to beat Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws, 74-69, and move one win away from the UAAP 76 men's basketball finals on Saturday, September 21 at the Mall of Asia Arena.
The Green Archers went on a 9-0 run in the first quarter to take the driver's seat and never let it go, as the Taft-based squad scored its 8th straight win and pulled ahead, 1-0, in a virtual best-of-three for the second finals slot.
France dethrones Spain; advances to EuroBasket Finals (VIDEO)
France dethroned two-time defending champions Spain with a 75-72 overtime win in Friday's second Semi-Final at EuroBasket 2013 to return to the Final and set up a showdown against Lithuania.
Tony Parker scored 32 points and Antoine Diot had 10 points including four free-throws in the final 23 seconds as France came back from a 14-point halftime deficit to defeat their nemesis and now will take aim at winning their first European title on Sunday.
Lithuania returns to EuroBasket Finals; beats Croatia (VIDEO)
Lithuania are in the EuroBasket final for the fifth time - and first since the 2003 title - knocking off Croatia 77-62 to set up a date with either France to decide ultimate EuroBasket 2013 glory.
Croatia will fight for their third bronze medal after 1993 and 1995.
Friday, September 20, 2013
Senator Pia Cayetano condemns UAAP 76 swimming ‘boycott’
Senator Pia Cayetano on Friday lashed out at officials of UAAP schools over the non-participation of athletes in swimming events, calling it “a sad sad day in Philippine sports.”
Swimmers from University of Santo Tomas and De La Salle University did not compete on Thursday reportedly in protest of a court ruling allowing University of the Philippines swimmer Mikee Bartolome to compete in the UAAP.
Mommy Dionisia Pacquiao cited in Adam Smith's book
Manny Pacquiao isn’t the only international celebrity in the family. His outspoken mother Dionisia Dapidran, 64, was mentioned in Adam Smith’s book “Beautifully Brutal – the Family Ties at the Heart of Boxing,” published in London last year.
Mommy Dionisia went to the US for the first time to watch her son fight Ricky Hatton in Las Vegas in 2009.
Kiefer Ravena's Mission: To win next two UAAP titles
Ateneo guard Kiefer Ravena will be a man on a mission in the next two years as he strives to win the UAAP championship in his final two seasons in the league.
Ravena and the rest of the Blue Eagles ended their season a lot earlier than they would like after losing to the University of Santo Tomas in their last game of the elimination round, which allowed the Growling Tigers to snatch the last berth in the Final Four.
UAAP Season 77 host UE seeks league reforms
After a difficult campaign that saw them fail to make the Final Four in the UAAP Season 76 tournament, the management of the University of the East (UE) Red Warriors is hoping to see reforms in the collegiate league next year.
The Red Warriors entered the season as a contender after winning the FilOil tournament in the pre-season, but stumbled out of the gate.
James Yap on Gilas Pilipinas call-up: “ayaw ko nang makigulo pa”
LIKE most of us, James Yap is excited to see the Philippines play once again in the world basketball championships.
But that does not mean the 31-year-old pride of Escalante, Negros Occidental pride is longing to play for the Gilas Pilipinas team bound for Spain next year, even if an offer will be on hand.
Andy Murray may miss rest of 2013 season due to back surgery
World number three Andy Murray may likely miss the rest of the 2013 season after it was revealed that he will be undergoing a “minor” surgery to resolve a lingering problem/injury in his lower back.
Murray has already pulled out of the Thailand Open 2013 tournament which begins on September 23 and is expected to skip the entire Asian swing of tournaments.
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