India, Aug. 4 -- July offered sports fans a packed calendar, with the FIFA World Cup dominating the first half of the month before the Commonwealth Games took centre stage in the latter weeks. Cricket also kept Indian fans engaged through the high-profile India-England series and the subsequent tour of Zimbabwe, ensuring there was hardly a dull moment. However, the sporting calendar has now entered a relatively quieter phase. With the Indian cricket team not returning to action until August 15, there is a brief lull for fans. The wait is further extended in football, as Europe's top domestic leagues are yet to kick off their new campaigns. While the slowdown may be temporary, it provides supporters with a chance to catch their breath befo...