Maanav Gupta

Joined: Sep 22, 2025

Maanav Gupta is a staff writer for Houston Cougars on SI. He graduated from the University of Houston in the summer of 2025 with his bachelor’s in journalism and a minor in Spanish. Gupta spent three years at the student newspaper, The Daily Cougar, and also covered the 2025 Final Four and National Championship as Houston beat writer for College Basketball Review. He also has his own YouTube channel, Maanav’s Sports Talk, where he has interviewed professional athletes and broadcasters like Jim Nantz, Jose Altuve, J.J. Watt, Rich Eisen, and Alperen Sengun. Gupta was also a contributor to the Houston athletic program as a student. You can find Gupta on X, Instagram and TikTok @MGSportsTalk.

Football

Florida Rebels Oneal Delancy (5) moves towards the basket as Drive Nation Rylan Austin (2) defends during the Florida Rebels and Drive Nation 17U championship game at the Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The Florida Rebels defeated Drive Nation 71-60.

Basketball

Oct 18, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) runs the ball for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Wildcats at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Football

Oct 18, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive end Brandon Mack (4) defends in coverage during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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Houston Cougars football has a bunch of returning starters and there is one player who could be new star for the team.

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Houston football has changed its recruiting approach to a Texas focus and it has made them Big 12 contenders.

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Houston Cougars football is about to be gearing up for fall camp, and there are some important questions to be looked at.

Nov 22, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz celebrates with wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) after Thomas scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston football looks to have a bright future ahead, and a big reason for that is the freshman stars in the program ready to make an impact.

Houston Cougars outfielder Tre Broussard reaches base in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals against TCU on May 23, 2025.

Baseball

Houston baseball was one of the top Big 12 programs in the MLB Draft and demonstrated their special talents.

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) reacts during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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UH Cougars wide receiver Amare Thomas learned a lot from last year and is ready to chase a Big 12 title with the team now.

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The Houston Cougars home field of TDECU Stadium has gotten the fix it needs for football season.

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The Houston Cougars have a special quarterback room this season, and it has the looks of a fantastic partnership.

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Houston Cougars football has the potential for a big 2026 season, and they have an advantage that is underrated.

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Houston Cougars football has a lot of areas it has improved in over the offseason, but there is one weakness that must be watched.

Baseball

Houston Cougars baseball made another addition to the pitching staff through the transfer portal.

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz hoists the champions trophy after the win over Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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The Houston Cougars are ready to achieve something special this upcoming season.

Maanav Gupta

Joined: Sep 22, 2025

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Baseball

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