
Proma Chatterjee is a combat sports writer at EssentiallySports, covering the latest developments across MMA, boxing, and submission grappling. Recruited through the ES Journalistic Enrolment and Training Program, she brings a year of sports reporting experience and a sharp eye for extracting meaningful insights from post-fight interviews, weigh-ins, and media scrums. Her coverage blends fight analysis with narrative-driven angles that give fans a deeper understanding of athletes, styles, and rivalries. Beyond journalism, Proma is a national-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete and aspiring MMA fighter. Her firsthand experience in combat sports informs her writing, allowing her to break down techniques, mindset, and preparation with authenticity. The discipline and resilience developed on the mats translate seamlessly into her newsroom work.
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Daniel Cormier Aims to End Team Khabib’s Dominance With Plan to Build American UFC Champions
Daniel Cormier explains why American wrestlers could define MMA’s next era, breaking down Team Khabib’s dominance.

Justin Gaethje Gives Definite Retirement Timeline Ahead of Rumored Ilia Topuria Clash At White House
Justin Gaethje opens up about retiring, targeting one final title run, and a White House main event, possibly against Ilia Topuria.

Team Khabib Star Brutally Trolls Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje Over UFC 324 Main Event
Team Khabib fighter weighs in after Paddy Pimblett’s damaging loss to Justin Gaethje, questioning his standing in the UFC lightweight division

Ex-UFC Champ Tells Jake Paul to Respect Boxing and MMA After Jaw Break vs Anthony Joshua
Ex- UFC champ shares his reaction to Jake Paul’s knockout loss against Anthony Joshua and reflects on the long-term grind of boxing and MMA.

Legendary Olympic Champion and Boxing Icon Passes Away at 86
Legendary Olympic gold medalist and boxing icon passes away at 86, leaving behind a lasting legacy that shaped generations of fighters.
Diego Lopes Told Major Mistake That Cost Him UFC 325 Rematch vs Alexander Volkanovski
Kamaru Usman explains why Diego Lopes lacked urgency against Alexander Volkanovski, breaking down the key mistakes.

Jean Silva Tells Mauricio Ruffy to See Psychiatrist After Fallout Over Alexander Volkanovski
Jean Silva confirms his fallout with Mauricio Ruffy, addressing mental health, and the factors behind their split following UFC 325.

Michael Chandler Eyes Title Fight With Bold UFC White House Claim After Dana White Snub
Michael Chandler stays confident about a White House card appearance as Dana White rules out a Conor McGregor fight.

UFC Heavyweight Seeks Khamzat Chimaev’s Help After Losing Sixth Fight in a Row
After an Australian heavyweight fighter suffers his sixth consecutive UFC loss at UFC 325, he calls on Khamzat Chimaev for wrestling help.

Dana White Places Conor McGregor’s Rival Alongside Mike Tyson in His Boxing “Mount Rushmore”
Dana White’s Mount Rushmore of boxing blends legacy, skill, and market impact as boxing enters a new promotional era.

Alexander Volkanovski Rules out UFC 324 Winner as Next Opponent Amid London Card Announcement
Alexander Volkanovski shuts down talk of a fast-tracked title shot, pointing to rankings and the newly announced UFC London contender fight.

Dana White Shifts Attention to Canelo, Tyson Fury, and Anthony Joshua After Missing UFC 325
Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing push accelerates -Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua blockbuster and a potential Mexican Independence Day supercard
