
Anushka Solanki is an Editor at EssentiallySports, contributing both to fact-checking initiatives and the company’s brand perspective, ensuring stories align with broader audience and market goals. A Journalism major with six years of experience, her work has seamlessly moved between sports and entertainment. From early internships to full-time roles, she has worked as a feature writer, editor, and storyteller, adding her pop culture flair to live sports. She has interviewed Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh, The Walking Dead’s Josh McDermitt, and covered exclusives on Olympic champion Lindsey Zurbrugg, celebrated Paralympians, and standout WNBA athletes. Now, as Olympic Sport Editor at EssentiallySports, Anushka leads coverage on gymnastics and global athletic events, while also running a YouTube podcast where she mixes humor with commentary to revisit and review the funniest moments in sports.
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FACT CHECK: Is The 2025 NBA Gambling Scandal Is Linked to ‘Mafia’
Fact-checking the NBA’s 2025 gambling scandal linking Mafia’s Five Families to organized crime, illegal betting, and insider game fixing.

Fact Check: Will Charlie Kirk’s Name and Image Appear on US Currency After Proposed GOP Legislation?
Here is the fact check of claims about Republican lawmakers introducing a bill to mint 400,000 Charlie Kirk silver coins honoring his legacy.

Fact Check: Was Dillian Whyte’s 2023 Fight Against Anthony Joshua Canceled Due to a Failed Doping Test?
Fact-checked: The full story on why Dillian Whyte’s rematch with Anthony Joshua was called off after a VADA drug test.

Fact Check: Was Aaron Pico Hospitalized After His UFC 319 Knockout Loss?
Examining reports of Aaron Pico’s hospitalization following his UFC 319 knockout loss: official statements, medical evaluations, and media coverage fact-checked

Fact Check: Did Ben Askren’s Double Lung Transplant Cost USD 2 Million?
Did former UFC fighter Ben Askren’s life-saving double lung transplant and recovery truly cost USD 2 million?

EXCLUSIVE: Paralympian Lindsey Zurbrugg’s Words Hit Like an Arrow In Crushing WNBA Confession
Two medals down, one golden goal to go! Lindsey Zurbugg’s comeback story as told to ES Exclusively is rolling full speed toward LA...

How Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Kidnapping Threat Delayed His Formula 1 Experience By Years
As Dale Earnharht Jr. attends his first ever F1 race in Miami, he dropped the curtains on what caused this much delay!

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reveals His Bigger Formula 1 Plans After Getting a Taste in Miami
Dale Jr. opens up about the possibility of more Formula 1 race experience after his first-ever visit to the Miami Grand Prix.

Samantha Busch Airs Her Husband Kyle Busch’s Annoying Habit Once Again
Why is Kyle Busch is under the radar once again as wife Samantha lodges a hilarious complaint over his phone habit? Find Out

Kevin Harvick Sounds Off On Richard Childress & Co.’s Incompetence Behind Kyle Busch’s NASCAR Misery
Kevin Harvick did not mince his words when pointing out that Kyle Busch's legacy is being hampered by RCR's operational errors. Here's HOW.

Kyle Busch Prepared to Throw His 9-YO Son to the Wolves Despite Protest From Close Allies
Amid a flaky patch in his own career, Kyle Busch is aiming to put son Brexton on a 'sketchy' track. But why?

“I’ve Got Zero Friends On…” – Kyle Busch Reveals His Allies In NASCAR Despite Switching Alliance Over 20 Years
Years after leaving JGR and Toyota, Chevy driver Kyle Busch points out one team whose drivers aren't really his friends.


