
Himanga Mahanta
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Himanga Mahanta is a Senior UFC Writer at EssentiallySports with over 3000 articles covering live events, pre- and post-fight developments, and perspectives. A reliable voice among the MMA fandom, Himanga has a knack for breaking news and fight analysis, with his most popular coverage extending from Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, Khabib and Khamzat Chimaev to Joe Rogan and his podcast guests. After over a decade of following combat sports, he is a Conor McGregor fan, and his coverage of the Irishman's career, businesses, and personal life is popular with the community. When he is not creating content, Himanga likes to re-watch old MMA fights or his favorite soccer team, Chelsea.
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Joaquin Buckley Spreads “Brick by Brick” Message for $1.6 Billion Damaged St. Louis Tornado Victims
UFC welterweight star opens up on the recent tornado that hit his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri, amid his efforts to help the victims.
11 hrs ago

Joe Rogan Proudly Explains “Very Intelligent” Sean Strickland’s Retirement Plans to Latest Podcast
UFC commentator Joe Rogan seemed happy while revealing details about former middleweight champion Sean Strickland's plans after retirement.
11 hrs ago

Joaquin Buckley Solves Dana White’s UFC Pay Issue as Firing Spree Hits Fighter Battling Tumor
In the wake of recent releases, Joaquin Buckley appears to have an idea for Dana White to address the issue regarding the pay disparity.
17 hrs ago

“Dana White Stigma” Behind Alexander Volkanovski’s UFC Return Explained by Former Champ
A former champion weighed in on the issue regarding featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski's return, involving Dana White.
18 hrs ago

Justin Gaethje Caught in Crossfire as Kamaru Usman Backs Jiri Prochazka Over UFC Title Snub
Justin Gaethje found his way into a conversation as Kamaru Usman reacted to light heavyweight star Jiri Prochazka declining a title shot.
19 hrs ago

Alex Pereira Gets Honorary Nomination to Joe Rogan’s Exclusive Club From Justin Gaethje
Justin Gaethje added Alex Pereira into the list that Joe Rogan started while speaking about the 'most violent' UFC fighters.
21 hrs ago

After Islam Makhachev, Joaquin Buckley Claps at Khabib Nurmagomedov Ahead of UFC Atlanta
After taking aim at Islam Makhachev, Joaquin Buckley shared his take on why Khabib Nurmagomedov never fought at welterweight.
1 day ago

Joaquin Buckley Exposes Islam Makhachev’s Hypocrisy After His 170 Move Ahead of UFC Atlanta
Joaquin Buckley gives his take on soon-to-be former lightweight champion Islam Makhachev's decision to make the welterweight jump.
1 day ago

Ryan Garcia Joins Fans in Mocking Cody Garbrandt After His Recent Look Went Viral
Boxing star Ryan Garcia didn't have any favorable words after former UFC champion Cody Garbrandt revealed a new look.
1 day ago

Conor McGregor Leaves Fans in Awe as He Flaunts $844,000 Ferrari Alongside Dee Devlin
Conor McGregor sparked reactions from fans on social media after a recent post, where he was seen having a good time with his fiancée.
1 day ago

Conor McGregor’s Contrasting Instagram Post Sparks Dee Devlin & UFC Community Reactions
Dee Devlin joins fans as they shared their reactions to the former UFC double champion Conor McGregor's recent social media post.
2 days ago

Meisha Tate Turns Ronda Rousey Losses Into Fuel to Demand Kayla Harrison Fight
UFC veteran Miesha Tate appears to have shown a keen interest in fighting bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison on short notice.
2 days ago

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