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Thursday, December 21, 2006

Legend Warne to quit after Ashes
Australia's star spinner Shane Warne has announced he will retire from international cricket after the Ashes.
Warne, 37, is one wicket away from becoming the first bowler in Test history to claim 700 wickets, with the fourth Test starting on 26 December.
"I'd like to go out on top. I want to go out on my terms, I'd like to think I've earned that right," Warne said.
He said he would complete the final two years of his contract with county side Hampshire but will quit state cricket.

Wednesday, December 20, 2006

Saha signs new Man Utd contract
Striker Louis Saha has signed a contract extension with Manchester United which will keep him at Old Trafford until 2010.
France international Saha joined the Premiership leaders from Fulham in January 2004 for £12.8m.
Saha, who has scored 12 goals this season, told United's website: "I am really enjoying my time here.
"I want to show my commitment to Manchester United and repay the faith that they have shown in me."

via bbc