SSI FANZINE MAY-2026 EDITION (HARD COPY)

IN THIS SPORTS SCIENCE ISSUE Event ALL ROADS TO FIFA WORLD CUP The complete FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage fixture schedule, featuring matches from 11 June to 30 June 2026. Chief Editor’s Desk FOCUS ON LOWER LIMB INJURIES By Dr. Sarthak Patnaik A special message on the growing burden of lower-limb injuries, advancements in arthroscopy, evidence-based rehabilitation, and the Third International Arthroscopy Conference and Lower Limb Course in Bhubaneswar. Cover Story RISE OF A RUGBY CAPTAIN & A MENTOR’S GRIT The inspiring story of Indian women’s rugby team captain Parbati Hansda and her mentor Dibyaranjan Das, who overcame social, financial, and geographical challenges to achieve success. Sports Nutrition WHEY PROTEIN: SCIENCE BEHIND THE SCOOP From elite athletes and bodybuilders to recreational gym-goers and recovering patients, whey protein has emerged as an important nutritional intervention for muscle recovery and performance—but it also has limitations. Strength & Conditioning BOOST FOR LOWER LIMBS Five effective strength exercises that play a decisive role in athletic performance and injury prevention: Squats, Lunges, Step-Ups, Glute Bridges and Calf Raises Retro Spin WAIT! WILL COME BACK… Former Indian women’s national football team captain Sasmita Mallik reveals her plans to return to the sport as a coach while revisiting the memorable moments of her football career. Special Event Feature 3rd SSI INTERNATIONAL ARTHROSCOPY CONFERENCE 2026 30 & 31 May 2026 Swosti Premium, Bhubaneswar, Odisha An initiative by Dr. Sarthak Patnaik, Founder of Sports Science India, featuring the Lower Limb Course and academic discussions in arthroscopy and sports injury care. SPORTS SCIENCE INDIA FANZINE MAY 2026 | ISSUE 49 India’s First Newsletter on Sports Science