PCB allows Ajmal, Afridi, Umar short stint at KFC Big Bash League 2012

By Ubaid Awan

KARACHI, Pakistan (TheSportsNEXT) November 19, 2012: After a request by the Cricket Australia, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday allowed three Pakistani cricketers Saeed Ajmal, Shahid Afridi, and Umar Akmal to enjoy a short stint at the KFC Big Bash League 2012.

Busy politician Imran Khan says NO to PCB invitation for India tour

By Bipin Dani

MUMBAI, India (TheSportsNEXT) November 19, 2012: Pakistan's World Cup winning captain Imran Khan has excused the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for its invitation to tour India on the occasion of the Pakistan cricket team's tour in December this year.

Chris Bosh powers Miami Heat to 97-88 win over Phoenix Suns

By Luther Jefferson

PHOENIX, OREGON, United States (TheSportsNEXT) November 19, 2012: Miami Heat completed a six-game road swing with 4-2 advantage on Sunday when they outplayed Phoenix Suns by 97-88 in the NBA game played in Phoenix, thanks to a sterling performance by Chris Bosh.

Toronto Raptors record third victory in NBA 2012-13

By Luther Jefferson

TORONTO, Canada (TheSportsNEXT) November 19, 2012: Toronto Raptors recorded their third victory in the NBA 2012-13 and only the second in their last seven games here Sunday when they used the home advantage to their liking against Orlando Magic.

NFL: Redskins beat Eagles 31-6, end three-game slide

By Lindy Rumer

WASHINGTON, United States (TheSportsNEXT) November 19, 2012: The Washington Redskins recorded the largest victory margin under Coach Mike Shanahan in the NFL 2012 here Sunday when they mauled Philadelphia Eagles by 31-6.

Lewis Hamilton wins US Grand Prix 2012

By Raleigh McPherson

AUSTIN, TEXAS, United States (TheSportsNEXT) November 19, 2012: Lewis Hamilton of McLaren won the US Grand Prix 2012 Sunday after championship leader Sebastian Vettel of Red Bull failed to grab his third straight title on his 100^th career start in Austin city of Texas, United States.

Czech Republic deprive Spain of Davis Cup title

By Alexia Krause

PRAGUE, Czech Republic (TheSportsNEXT) November 19, 2012: Radek Stepanek outlasted Nicolas Almagro in a four-set thriller in front of around 14,600-people home crowd at the O2 Arena on Sunday as Czech Republic dethroned Spain from the Davis Cup supremacy in an exuberant fashion.

Spain tie Fed Cup final 2-2 with Ferrer victory

By Alexia Krause

PRAGUE, Czech Republic (TheSportsNEXT) November 18, 2012: Spain equalized the Fed Cup final series against Czech Republic by 2-2 on Sunday when David Ferrer defeated Tomas Berdych in straight sets to make for an intriguing final match at O2 Arena in Prague.

Jayawardene, Mathews give Sri Lanka first innings lead over Kiwis

By Fathima Zanaida

GALLE, Sri Lanka (TheSportsNEXT) November 18, 2012: Sri Lankan skipper Mahela Jayawardene (91) and all-rounder Angelo Mathews (79) helped Sri Lanka to take a slender 26 runs first innings lead over New Zealand in first Test at Galle International Stadium on Sunday.

Captain Cook sails England out of an innings defeat scare

By Abhishek Manroa

NEW DELHI, India (TheSportsNEXT) November 18, 2012: Captain Alastair Cook led England’s valiant fight back Sunday as the visitors avoided an innings defeat in the Ahmedabad Test against India.