Sportstar, July 29, 2010 Issue
The ascent of Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the corporate world's rising advertising budgets comes as no surprise. It is an apt reflection of the man's rise to stardom from the dusty bylanes of Ranchi. A journey that hinged on the old-fashioned methods of sweat, hard work and a sharp brain is now reaping the benefits of corporate largesse, writes K. C. Vijaya Kumar in our cover story. Also: Badminton - Saina's new high; Football - Bad refreeing and World Cups; Poster: MARK WEBBER
Sportstar, July 22, 2010 Issue
Spain's success at Euro 2008 and South Africa 2010 might well obviate the need for physically imposing midfield ‘enforcers.' Coaches will have to rethink their approach to the game, and scouts will be forced to look for small, nimble youngsters instead of unforgiving battering rams, writes Karthik Krishnaswamy n our cover story. Also: Tennis - London calling; Hockey - BDO Four-Nation Tourney. Poster: SERENA & NADAL
Sportstar, July 15, 2010 Issue
While goals have been at a premium in this edition of the World Cup too, a select band of players have risen to the occasion, scoring those all-important goals that have made the difference between delight and despair, says Ayon Sengupta in our cover story. Also: Football - Three countries in crisis; Cricket - Precepts not practised; Badminton - Interview of Saina Nehwal. Poster: DIEGO FORLAN
Sportstar, July 08, 2010 Issue
The German FA's youth development programme is one of the best in the world, as proved by the fact that the country is the reigning European champion at the under-17, under-19 and under-21 levels. And thus, every player on the pitch displayed outstanding technique and composure, writes Karthik Krishnaswamy in our cover story. Also: Football - Lost in Veldt; Cricket - Asia Cup; Badminton - Sania on a roll. Poster: DAVID VILLA
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