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The #PEPSIIPL IPL Kings

I have tried to catch as much as I can of the 2014 IPL which for me is the format that will be the saviour of the sport of cricket. t20 is more exciting and it May have been a week more before I write now but I just feel compelled AGAIN by David Miller shoring up an amazing run chase as the Kings 11 face the Rajastan Royals. Of course those that know know that the man doing the business is also Glenn Maxwell. He has made some amazing shots in the teams chasing KKR and today RR for big totals. Single handedly Maxwell was doing enough (a load) but as in this format you go for it risk takes its natural course and a fine 5 I think was as much as he got. An amazing total given the bowling was good despite the shorter boundaries here in Abu Dhabi.

Yes they have brought cricket to Arabia another signal that this is a tournaent that does matter. You might also like the cplt20 when the caribeans do the same format in their style. It's not as big yet but I dont doubt it will become massive too. So the kings 11 punjab are looking like an amazing team. The scourge of the saffers and pomes is the bowling of Mitchell Johnson today he could do nothing with the equally absorbing talent of the young 19 year old royal called Samson, this is the guy that gave the again large total to be chased. I feel for the kings 11 and that they may deserve the odd game where they can have a break and chase just 145 or so...this they might bring up with 5 overs to spare - it begs the question what do you need to score to beat them ? Watson had a good innings finally after 2 lucky early escapes as Miller dropped him ! Such is a good few hours spent enjoying this tournament.

David Miller just pipped Glenn Maxwell to the yes bank maximum sixes aware as they both had 6 of them this game (one over had 3 for Miller !!!) but Miller had the longest. Maybe this seemed harsh on Maxwell as David also earned the kanna keep calm award immediately as he had still a big run rate to chase around 12 with few overs remamining. In the end he made it look easy but with the No 1 batsman not finding the middle for the kings 11 it was a tall order. He did it. I would say single handedly he led them to victory but Glenn Maxwell deserves a lot of the credit if not more for getting them into an unlikely winning position again. I think we will have to go a long way to see a game so good again in this tournament. And kings 11 gave us already 2 of the best so far. Note that Glenn made man of the match to no surprise. Watch this team !

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Style 2014: The New Jaguar F- Type

Style 2014: The New Jaguar F- Type

The F-type from is yet another engineering miracle from its makers. Fast, powerful, and agile could perfectly describe this wonderful machine. Equipped with supercharged engines and lightweight aluminum body, this machine can provide you with all the thrills you expect from a wonder car like this. F-type is available in both coupe as well as convertible. It comes in three models, entry level F-Type, F-Type S and F-Type R. Though all the three models are similar in design, but engine wise there is a big difference.

Interiors
It is a two seated setup. Equipped with leather interiors and its control buttons finished in aluminium. It has a touchscreen display planked with eight buttons in the centre. It provides you with full range of programs such as navigation, communication, car setup and indeed entertainment. Another display is present between the dials. Knobs and toggles are there for climate control. The interior is a perfect blend of intuitive technology with functional ergonomics. Every bit of the machine gives you the feel of a perfect sporting style. The cockpit is designed keeping in mind both traditional as well as trendy drivers.
Body
Another important feature that F-Type comes in is the very light in weight aluminium body. This lightweight body combined with super powerful engine gives you a perfect torque to weight and power to torque ratio that you expect from such a mean machine. All the three F-Type use a QuickShift ZF automatic transmission which very fast and superbly refined.
Jaguar F-Type
Entry level Jaguar F-type fills the gap between Porsche Boxster as well as Porsche 911. It gives a perfect blend of strong performance match with good driving dynamics. It has a powerful 336bhp engine and an eight –speed QuickShift gearbox. It certainly is more grown than Boxster and also more financially convenient than 911. Though termed as entry level, it doesn’t compromises on any aspect. It is surely going to attract 80 percent of its buyer from other Jaguar rivals brand.
Jaguar F-Type S V6
Next in the line is, Jaguar F-Type S V6, it is more powerful and also offers a bit more performance wise. It comes with a 375bhp engine and move from 0 to 60 in less than 5.2 sec. On performance basis, if compared to entry level it has better suspensions, chassis, breaks and steering. Even the exhaust can be heightened by Dynamic Drive system which permits the user to tweak steering feel, gear change speeds and exhaust noise, all at a press of a button.
Jaguar F-Type V8 R
Now about the F-Type V8 R, this certainly is a hell of a car. Its makers claim that it can reach top speed of 186mph and go from 0 to 100 in less than 8.8 sec. Now that is super speed. This speed match with terrific beauty in its handling makes this a perfect car for its owners. It comes with a mighty 5 litre, V8 engine that is capable of producing astonishing 489bhp. This might not out of the class numbers, but when you consider that f-type is made up of complete aluminium body, you’ll realize the supremacy of the machine.

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Chasing Irrawaddy Dolphins in the Mekong River at Kratie, Cambodia

By Andrew Kolasinski 

Our boat had motored out two kilometers from the dock. Now, in the intense mid-day sun we drifted through a cluster of grassy sand islands mid-stream in the Mekong.

The day began in Kratie, on the east bank of the Mekong, 350 kilometers from Phnom Penh. The previous day I rode the bus ride for almost seven hours through pepper farms and rubber plantations.

Kratie, a city of 13,000 has dozens of hotels and guesthouses, all offering tours to see the dolphins.

Kampi, fifteen kilometers north of Kratie, is the port for the dolphin viewing fleet. This riverside village is near the dolphin's feeding grounds. A dozen twenty-foot wooden, double enders are powered by long-shaft engines. Luckily they have awnings to protect against the doubly bright, river glaring sun.

Our young Khmer skipper said there are 20 dolphins, but the pod is healthy and they are now protected by law. They are found in other parts of the Mekong River with a neighboring pod of 35-50 dolphins living among the 4,000 Islands of southern Laos.

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Getting to Know Stefania Di Ghionno

Getting to Know Stefania Di Ghionno

1) In a couple of sentences can you describe your clothing brand for us

SDG East London is the creation of Italian designer Stefania Di Ghionno.
SDG was born in 2010, the clothes are handmade in East London studio, the aim of the brand is create clothing to be worn in different ways, good fabric, simple shapes, easy to wear, the most are in limited editions or unique.
www.sdgeastlondon.com

2) What makes the Spitalfields Saturday Style Market a unique place in your view?

Unlike the shops you can find unique pieces, handmade made by different artists and cultures.

 

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Kim's squashes Feet into Plastic Shoes

kims plastic shoes

Let's face it Kim Kardashian's maternity style has been more hit than miss this last few months.  But yesterday she took the prize for wearing THE most uncomfortable shoes ever!  The plastic/perspex creation don't look as though they would be comfortable for a non- pregnant woman let alone one in their third trimester.

Even Kim herself went on to instagram a picture of her swollen looking feet with the caption, "Swollen feet or a new Givenchy tattoo?"

In terms of the rest of her outfit, she actually looked quite lovely.  It's a shame she didn't top the look off in some nice flat sandals or ballet pumps!

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Open Back Prom Dresses

We have all heard that the wedding dress is the highlight of the day, of course aside from seeing the blushing bride make her entrance and way down the aisle.Why Choose a Designer Wedding Dress Beaded embroidery on a sleeveless satin bodice ensures sophistication from neckline to floor length
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