Tomlinson set to face Pats

SAN DIEGO, California: Injured San Diego Chargers rusher LaDainian Tomlinson said on Monday that he expects to play against hot favorites the New England Patriots on Sunday in a game to decide which team advances to Super Bowl XLII.

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Top names cruise but Murray heads home

MELBOURNE: Defending champion Serena Williams and world No 1 Justine Henin led a host of top names into the Australian Open second round yesterday, but Andy Murray became a high-profile casualty.

Bosh powers Raptors to double-OT victory over Blazers

TORONTO: Chris Bosh powered his way to 38 points to lift the Toronto Raptors to a 116-109 double-overtime victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday.

Injured Chargers limp into New England

NEW YORK: The last time the San Diego Chargers played the New England Patriots, they had Philip Rivers, LaDainian Tomlinson and a healthy Antonio Gates.

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Bobcats snap Boston's 9-game streak

BOSTON: The Charlotte Bobcats handed the Boston Celtics only their fourth loss of the season, ending their nine-game winning streak in a 95-83 victory on Wednesday.

Allardyce leaves Newcastle United

LONDON: Sam Allardyce became the latest example of Premier League impatience on Wednesday when he "parted company" with Newcastle United after half a season with the club.

De Villiers named Springbok coach

CAPE TOWN, South Africa: Peter De Villiers made history on Wednesday by being named the first black coach of the world champion Springbok rugby team before making clear he would pick his teams based on merit, not color.

Decision on Pistorius Olympic bid delayed

LONDON: South African Oscar Pistorius, a double amputee who runs with carbon-fiber blades attached to his legs, may have to wait until Saturday before he learns if he can compete against able-bodied runners at the Beijing Olympics.