Steelers build 28-point lead behind Roethlisberger, Mendenhall, hold on to beat Chargers 38-28

PITTSBURGH — Ben Roethlisberger’s throwing got fast-starting Pittsburgh going on its first two drives, Rashard Mendenhall surpassed his previous career total with 165 yards rushing and two scores and the Steelers opened a 28-point lead, then held on to beat the San Diego Chargers 38-28 on Sunday night.

Honeywell 2nd-Qtr earnings drop 38 percent as recession continues to take toll

WASHINGTON — Honeywell International Inc. said Monday its second quarter earnings dropped 38 percent as the company’s businesses in troubled sectors like automobiles and construction continued to drag down its results.

Australia likely to miss Symonds skills during Ashes

SYDNEY - The Australian cricket team is likely to miss all rounder Andrew Symond’s skills during the forthcoming Ashes series.

Deccan Chargers beat Daredevils to make IPL final

CENTURION - Deccan Chargers defeated Delhi Daredevils by six wickets in the first semi-final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the SuperSport Park here Friday.

Royal Challengers to take on Super Kings in IPL semifinal

JOHANNESBURG - A resurgent Royal Challengers Bangalore will face formidable Chennai Super Kings in the second semi-final of the Indian Premier League at New Wanderers here Saturday.

Royal Challengers beat Deccan Chargers by 12 runs

CENTURION - Bangalore Royal Challengers defeated Deccan Chargers by 12 runs in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match here Thursday.

Pandey’s century downs Deccan Chargers

CENTURION - Young Manish Pandey became the first Indian to slam a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to propel Bangalore Royal Challengers to a 12-run victory over Deccan Chargers at the SuperSport Park here Thursday.

McCullum, Hodge star in Knight Riders’ emphatic win

CENTURION - Brendon McCullum and Brad Hodge smashed imperious knocks to lead Kolkata Knight Riders to a seven-wicket mauling of Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) here Monday, but the victory was in vain.

McCullum reprimanded for showing dissent at umpire’s decision

JOHANNESBURG - Kolkata Knight Riders captain Brendon McCullum has been ’severely reprimanded’ by match referee S. Venkatraghavan at a hearing for showing dissent at an umpiring decision during their Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Deccan Chargers.

Daredevils score facile win over Rajasthan Royals

BLOEMFOENTEIN - Defending champions Rajasthan Royals’ hopes of making the semi-finals of the Indian Premier League (IPL) suffered a blow Sunday with their 14-run loss to Delhi Daredevils here.

McCullum reported for dissent against umpire’s decision

JOHANNESBURG - Kolkata Knight Riders captain Brendon McCullum has been reported for showing dissent against the umpire’s decision during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Deccan Chargers Saturday.

IPL scoreboard: Kings XI Punjab vs Deccan Chargers

JOHANNESBURG - Scoreboard of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Kings XI Punjab and Deccan Chargers here Sunday.

Kings XI Punjab beat Deccan Chargers

JOHANNESBURG - Kings XI Punjab defeated Deccan Chargers by one run in a thrilling Indian Premier League contest here Sunday.

Super Kings to face Kolkata Knight Riders

CENTURION - Chennai Super Kings will look to climb a step up in the points table when they take struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in Indian Premier League here Monday.

Deccan Chargers put Kings XI to bat

JOHANNESBURG - Deccan Chargers captain Adam Gilchrist won the toss and put Kings XI Punjab to bat in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at New Wanderers here Sunday.

Rohit pulls off sensational win for Deccan Chargers

JOHANNESBURG - Slamming an unbeaten 32 off 13 balls, Rohit Sharma pulled back Deccan Chargers from the brink of defeat to post a six-wicket victory over Kolktata Knight Riders in an Indian Premier League (IPL) cliffhanger at the Wanderers here Saturday.

Symonds has less than a week to force his way into Ashes squad

MELBOURNE - Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds has one week and a handful of Indian Premier League games to force his way into the Ashes squad.

Deccan Chargers opt to field against Daredevils

DURBAN - Deccan Chargers skipper Adam Gilchrist won the toss and opted to field against Delhi Daredevils in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Kingsmead here Wednesday.

Deccan Chargers eager for win against toppers Daredevils

DURBAN - Deccan Chargers will be looking to brighten their chances of making the semi-finals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) when they face table toppers Delhi Daredevils here Wednesday.

Chargers thrash Royals by 53 runs, move to third spot

KIMBERLEY - Deccan Chargers took a step closer to the semifinals of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Monday with a comprehensive 53-run victory over reigning champions Rajasthan Royals here Monday.

Deccan Chargers elect to bat against Rajasthan Royals

KIMBERLEY - Deccan Chargers captain Adam Gilchrist won the toss and elected to bat against Rajasthan Royals in an Indian Premier League match here Monday.

Kings XI, Mumbai Indians in a must-win situation (Preview)

CENTURION - Both Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab are in a must-win situation as they face each other in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Centurion Park here Tuesday.

It’s frustrating to lose a close match: Gilchrist

KIMBERLEY - Deccan Chargers skipper Adam Gilchrist was frustrated after losing a close match to Kings XI Punjab here Saturday.

Kings XI beat Deccan Chargers by three wickets

KIMBERLEY - Kings XI Punjab defeated Deccan Chargers by three wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the De Beers Diamond Oval here Saturday.

Delhi Daredevils too good for Mumbai Indians

EAST LONDON - Delhi Daredevils proved to be the superior side with their seven-wicket demolition of Mumbai Indians at the Buffalo Park here Friday and are now well set to become the first team to qualify for the semi-finals of this year’s Indian Premier League (IPL).

Rohit never in doubt about his bowling prowess

CENTURION - Rohit Sharma surprised everyone with his hat-trick against Mumbai Indians but the Deccan Chargers’ batsman said he was never in doubt about his bowling credentials.

Sharma’s hat trick knocks down Mumbai Indians

CENTURION - Rohit Sharma’s hat trick ended Deccan Chargers’ losing streak in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a comprehensive 19-run win over Mumbai Indians at SuperSport Park here Wednesday.

Super Kings eyeing top spot against Kings XI

CENTURION - Chennai Super Kings will be eyeing the top spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) when they face Kings XI Punjab at the Centurion Park here Thursday.

NFL schedules 16 legacy games to honor history of American Football League

NEW YORK — The NFL will stage 16 games this season to honor the American Football League, which turns 50 in 2010.

Mumbai Indians looking for revenge against Deccan Chargers

CENTURION - Both Deccan Chargers and Mumbai Indians will be hungry for a win when they meet in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Centurion Park here Wednesday.