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Asian Sports Year in Review

Asian Sports Year in Review

The Diplomat’s John Duerden presents his top-ten list of Asia’s year in sports.

The Year Ahead for Women's Figure Skating

The Year Ahead for Women's Figure Skating

Two rivals from East Asia could meet once again on the ice. 2013 could produce some history.

India and Pakistan set for Cricket Excitement

India and Pakistan set for Cricket Excitement

With the first of five games on December 25th, sports ties between both nations seem to be warming.

Hiroyuki Nakajima Signs with Oakland A's

Hiroyuki Nakajima Signs with Oakland A's

Hiroyuki Nakajima will play shortstop for the Oakland A’s after signing a two year deal worth $6.5 million.

Jeremy Lin Returns to Madison Square Garden

Jeremy Lin Returns to Madison Square Garden

The Taiwanese-American basketball sensation received a standing ovation from the fans of his former team.

Asia Bests Europe to Win Royal Trophy

Asia Bests Europe to Win Royal Trophy

For only the second time in the competition’s history, Asia edged out Europe to win Golf’s Royal Trophy.

Manny Pacquiao's Next Move

With many urging him to hangup the gloves, the world will be waiting for his decision.

FIFA Set to Suspend Indonesia

FIFA Set to Suspend Indonesia

Years of mismanagement and corruption has forced the world soccer body to crack down on Indonesia.

Juan Manuel Marquez Knocks Out Manny Pacquiao

Juan Manuel Marquez Knocks Out Manny Pacquiao

In the fourth installment of their rivalry it was Marquez who had his hand raised in victory. Could they fight a fifth time?

Olympic Committee Suspends India

Olympic Committee Suspends India

A ban by the IOC is a blow to India ‘s hopes of increasing its presence on the global sporting stage.

A Crushing Defeat For New Zealand Rugby

A Crushing Defeat For New Zealand Rugby

A tough loss spoils what was an amazing streak for New Zealand Rugby. Can they bounce back?

Pacquiao-Marquez Set for a 4th Showdown

Pacquiao-Marquez Set for a 4th Showdown

After a controversial ruling, the two boxers will fight again in Las Vegas on December 8th.

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