
Himanga Mahanta is a Senior UFC Writer at EssentiallySports and a key pillar of the combat sports team. With over three years in sports journalism, he leads the site’s MMA PPV Live Coverage Desk, closely working with real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and trend-driven insights that keep fans ahead of the curve. From breaking news and beat reports to exclusive stories and sharp opinion pieces, Himanga’s coverage spans the full spectrum of the MMA world. His insightful reporting has earned recognition within the combat sports community, including mentions from notable figures such as Chael Sonnen. A keen observer of fight dynamics and a devoted Conor McGregor fan, Himanga blends passion with journalistic precision, making his work a reliable go-to for UFC followers worldwide.
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Ahead of her UFC 322 return, here's a list of all the losses UFC strawweight champion Zhang Weili suffered throughout her MMA career.

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Here's everything you need to know about all the defeats in the MMA record of two-time UFC flyweight champion, Valentina Shevchenko.

How Many Languages Does Valentina Shevchenko Speak? Russian, English, Spanish & Peruvian Explained
Here is everything you need to know about the various languages spoken by UFC women's flyweight champion, Valentina Shevchenko.

Islam Makhachev’s Wife: The Only Picture That Exists & Inside Their Grand 2021 Wedding
Here's a look into the wedding celebration of Islam Makhachev ahead of his UFC 322 welterweight title fight against Jack Della Maddallena.

Islam Makhachev More Likely to Face Ilia Topuria at the White House Than Khamzat Chimaev in 2026
Islam Makhachev has revealed his plans for next year, which includes a fight at the White House, ahead of his UFC 322 clash.

Carlos Prates Reveals Plan to Leapfrog Five Title Contenders With Never-Done-Before Feat at UFC 322
Carlos Prates reveals how he aims to earn a title shot as he gears up for his UFC 322 fight against former champion, Leon Edwards.

Dana White Ends UFC Contract of 3 Fighters in Major Shake-Up Ahead of UFC 322
Dana White and Co. have released three more UFC fighters from multiple men's divisions, according to recent reports.

Muhammad Mokaev Plots Best Chance for UFC Return With Dana White, Hunter Campbell Meeting in Qatar
Former UFC fighter Muhammad Mokaev has revealed his plans to fix his relationship with Dana White and other UFC execs.

“RIP”- Errol Spence Jr. Reveals Heartbreak Over Long-Term Boxing Partner’s Demise
Boxing star Errol Spence Jr. shared a heartfelt tribute on social media to one of his close confidants who recently passed away.

Dana White Unintentionally Offends Kamaru Usman in Honest Take on Conor McGregor-Like Transition
Dana White appeared to have no clue about Kamaru Usman's outside-the-Octagon projects while speaking on the transition of Conor McGregor.

Gabriel Bonfim’s Celebration Cut Short as “Waste of a Callout” to Colby Covington Disappoints UFC Vegas 111 Fans
Fans don't seem too sure about Gabriel Bonfim's callout of Colby Covington after his TKO win over Randy Brown at UFC Vegas 111.

Criticism Pours In as Dana White Claims “World Leaders Don’t Watch NBA” Amid UFC White House Card Rumors
UFC CEO Dana White receives critical reactions after claiming that MMA is the sport of choice for the leaders of the world.


