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.

Dec 9, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) reacts after a play during the first half against the New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Basketball

Houston football gets back into the College Football Playoff rankings after Week 14.

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Houston football has many talented incoming freshmen, and the Cougars head coach shares his plan on how to use Paris Melvin Jr.

Dec 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars forward Joseph Tugler (11) and guard Mercy Miller (25) and forward Chris Cenac Jr. (5) attempt to get a rebound away from Jackson State Tigers forward Raevon Thomas (20) during the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Basketball

Houston Cougars basketball dominated over Jackson State in a 42-point win. Here's a recap of all the action.

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

Football

No. 21 Houston will take on LSU in the 2025 Texas Bowl. Cougars head coach Willie Fritz shares his thoughts about playing in this bowl game.

Dec 6, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Florida State Seminoles at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Basketball

Houston Cougars freshman point guard Kingston Flemings has taken college basketball by storm, but his head coach has higher expectations for him.

Nov 26, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) is defended by Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Jalen Haralson (10) in the 2025 Players Era Festival at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Basketball

Follow along here for live updates as Houston Cougars basketball takes on Florida State in the Houston Hoops Showdown.

Basketball

UH basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson makes it known the impact the No. 1 football recruit in America can have for the Houston Cougars.

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) during warmups before the game against the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Football

Houston football is back in a bowl game for the first time since 2022 after a successful 9-3 season. Here are the bowl game options that the Cougars are projected to be play in.

Nov 22, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Will James (15) celebrates with teammates after an interception during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Football

Houston Cougars football has a loaded 2026 class that is one of the best in program history. Here are five names that are under the radar.

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; The Houston Cougars celebrate after a play against the Baylor Bears during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Football

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Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts on the sidelines against the Baylor Bears during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Football

Houston football head coach Willie Fritz discusses the massive turnaround the Cougars made in the 2025 season.

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) carries the ball against Baylor Bears linebacker Kyland Reed (45) during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Football

Houston football finished the regular season with another impressive road win, this one in Waco against Baylor. Here's the good, bad and ugly of this game.

Maanav Gupta

Joined: Sep 22, 2025

Kingston Flemings Takes Advice from Houston Cougars Basketball Legend

Four Houston Cougars Make Associated Press All-Big 12 Team

The Big 12 Could Soon Be Doing the Houston Cougars a Major Favor

The Good, Bad and Ugly of No. 7 Houston's Lopsided Win over New Orleans

Basketball

Houston Cougars Add Special Basketball Uniform For Big 12 Play

Football

How Houston Cougars Plan to Use Four-Star Athlete Paris Melvin Jr. Next Season

Basketball

No. 7 Houston Cougars Roll Through Jackson State in Well-Rounded Performance

Football

How Willie Fritz and Houston Cougars Feel About Texas Bowl Opportunity

Basketball

Why Kelvin Sampson Wants More Out of Houston Cougars' Top Freshman

Basketball

Houston in Control Late: No. 8 Houston Cougars vs Florida State Seminoles Live Updates, Box Score

Basketball

Even Kelvin Sampson Knows Keisean Henderson Is Going to be Special

Football

Houston Cougars Bowl Projections After Conclusion of Regular Season

5 Under the Radar Houston Cougars Signings After Early Signing Day

Houston Cougars Return to Latest College Football Playoff Rankings

Willie Fritz Gives His Overall Assessment of Houston Cougars Regular Season

The Good, Bad and Ugly from Houston Cougars’ Big Win at Baylor