
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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Robert Whittaker Worries This UFC 326 Main-Eventer Is “Gonna Get Hurt”
Robert Whittaker warns Charles Oliveira of Max Holloway’s striking danger ahead of UFC 326 title showdown.

Carlos Prates Breaks Silence on Conor McGregor Fight Rumoured for White House
Carlos Prates dismisses McGregor rumors, targets Jack Della Maddalena, and looks ahead after his UFC 322 knockout win.

UFC Rankings Update: Sean Strickland Faces Upset Alongside Mexico Main Eventer
Sean Strickland’s ranking standstill leads UFC update as heavyweight reshuffle and new entries shake divisions ahead of Mexico Fight Night.

UFC’s “Ronda” Gets Real About Dealing With Bipolar Disorder
Eduarda Moura’s UFC Vegas 113 revelation underscores the mental health struggles fighters like Paddy Pimblett have also faced.

Melquizael Costa Lays Down Path to UFC Title After Doing the Impossible at Houston Event
Melquizael Costa knocks out Dan Ige at UFC Houston, calls out Diego Lopes, and signals his growing title ambitions.

Sean Strickland Seems to Have Forgotten His Training Sessions with Khamzat Chimaev After UFC Houston Victory
Sean Strickland’s Chimaev callout gains buzz as old gym clips resurface, highlighting the contrast between past praise and current criticism.

Jailton Almeida Ditches Rousey vs. Carano Co-Main Opportunity For Russian MMA Promotion After UFC Exit
Jailton Almeida signs with ACA after his UFC exit, passing on a rumored Junior Dos Santos fight and stirring debate among fans.

Boxing Fans Call Out Conor Benn’s Hypocrisy After He Ditched Eddie Hearn For Dana White’s $15 Million
Conor Benn faces backlash after a loyalty clip resurfaces following his move from Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom to Zuffa Boxing.

Deen the Great Calls Out Former UFC Champion After Being Smacked by Larry Wheels, Tiki Ghosn
Deen The Great’s viral saga continues as a UFC star responds, with Nurideen Shabazz proposing a boxing clash after the following incidents.

Gable Steveson Not Looking for Dana White’s Attention After Beating Hugo Lezama At MFL 3
Gable Steveson secured a win at MFL 3, but a stunning spinning wheel kick quickly ignited fresh debate about his UFC future.

Aspiring MMA Fighter Jailed After Assaulting Man Who Tried to Help During Street Incident
Dominique Simon, an aspiring amateur MMA fighter, has been sentenced to 15 months in jail after a Fortitude Valley assault.

Tom Aspinall’s Eye Surgery Claim Questioned as New Footage Sparks Backlash
Tom Aspinall’s viral kick-up clip has reignited debate following his double eye-poke no-contest with Ciryl Gane.
