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UFC 220: Makhachev v Tibau

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 20: Joe Rogan is seen in the commentary booth during the UFC 220 event at TD Garden on January 20, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

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Starting off as a tennis author in 2018, Varun Khanna has gone on to contribute to EssentiallySports in various capacities. After setting up interviews with the likes of Serena Williams? coach Patrick Mouratoglou, Aliz? Cornet, and Noah Rubin, Varun is now part of all major ATP and WTA press conferences and has gone on to pen more than 1300 articles for EssentiallySports. He now heads the tennis and NBA division of the organization. While writing remains a passion for him, Varun has branched out into the marketing and communications department of EssentiallySports as well. When he wants to relax, Varun doesn?t have to venture away from tennis and NBA; he simply tunes in to Rafael Nadal and Michael Jordan?s exploits in their respective sports, past and present.

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“Biased Commentary” From Joe Rogan Triggers Fans After Veteran Commentator
Confronts UFC 298 Crowd – “Sh*tty One for Joe”

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Faizan Mirza is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. With a keen eye for analyzing the striking skills of MMA fighters, Faizan uses his expertise to break down fights, providing insightful commentary that is both informative and entertaining for combat sports fans. Faizan's article on Nate Diaz's remarks to Michael Chandler about Conor McGregor was particularly well-received, showcasing Faizan's talent for uncovering the lesser-known aspects of the sport. In addition to his work as a UFC writer, Faizan has ambitious aspirations to become a sports agent and make his mark in the industry.

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As Nina-Marie Daniele Gets Asked Out in Front of Hundreds, Dana White and Jon
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UFC 266: Volkanovski v Ortega

LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 25: Alexander Volkanovski of Australia taunts Brian Ortega in between rounds during their Featherweight title fight during UFC 266 at T-Mobile Arena on September 25, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images)

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Suryakant Das is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. His fascination with combat sports was sparked by gleeful moments he shared with his father watching wrestling. An ardent fan of UFC star Charles Oliveira, Surya closely follows the sport and keeps tabs on behind-the-scenes action. He specializes in the coverage of live events, providing real-time updates from PPVs and Fight Nights, from the action in the cage to the post-event press conferences. His coverage received further accolades when popular MMA media figure Nina Marie Daniele shared one of his pieces on her Instagram stories. His coverage of the viral knockout of Bryce Mitchell at UFC 296 was also an instant hit among his readers. When Surya is not churning out articles, you’ll find him in the gym carving himself for a professional career as a bodybuilder.

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UFC 300: Dana White Gets His Main Event Contender as Insider Hints at Justin
Gaethje vs. Max Holloway for Headliner

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Why Is Daniel Cormier Not Commentating at UFC 298? Real Reason Behind DC’s
Absence Explained

LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 23: Jon Anik emcees the event for UFC Hall of Fame: Official Class of 2020 Induction Ceremony on September 23, 2021, at MGM Park Arena in Las Vegas, NV. (Photo by Louis Grasse/PxImages)

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MMA: SEP 23 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

How Much Does Jon Anik Make Per Event? Net Worth and Salary of the Veteran UFC
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KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - APRIL 15: Dana White addresses the media after UFC Fight Night Kansas City on April 15, 2023, at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Matt Davies/PxImages/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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MMA: APR 15 UFC Fight Night Kansas City

UFC 300: ‘Don’t Need to Spend $7M’- Dana White Leaves Ex-Champ Impressed by Not
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NFL - Super Bowl LVIII - Kansas City Chiefs v San Francisco 49ers

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NFL &#8211; Super Bowl LVIII &#8211; Kansas City Chiefs v San Francisco 49ers

Abhishek Singh is a soccer writer at EssentiallySports with over two years of journalistic experience with Chase Your Sport and Dribl. A Football Management graduate, he has previously interned in the Indian Super League, I-League, and AFC Champions League. Abhishek is an ardent Pedri and Barcelona guy, and believes they have a few more trophies in store. When he is not working, he loves playing soccer and indulging in his love for tasting different cuisines as a food blogger.

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Abhishek Singh

‘F*** Taylor Swift’- San Francisco 49ers’ Super Bowl Loss to Kansas City Chiefs
Leaves Ex-UFC Champ Disappointed as He Goes On to Bash Travis Kelce’s Win

Conor McGregor, Sean Strickland and Joe Rogan

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Himanga Mahanta is a senior UFC writer at EssentiallySports. An all-rounder in his coverage of the sport, Himanga is a reliable voice with a knack for providing analytical coverage of breaking stories from the world of MMA. His 1700+ articles include perspective pieces on trending UFC stories, and both live and post-event coverage of weekly events. Himanga is an expert at covering Conor McGregor, one of his all-time MMA favorites, and his stories centered on the Irishman were well-received by his readers. He has been a dedicated fan of the sport for over a decade. When he’s not re-watching old MMA fights, he’ll be cheering on his favorite soccer team, Chelsea.

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Himanga Mahanta

MMA News Roundup – Conor McGregor Requests UFC 300 Fight; Sean Strickland Goes
on Back and Forth With Jake Paul Over Sneako; Michael Bisping Joins Joe Rogan at
UFC 298

UFC 290: Volkanovski v Rodriguez

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 08: Joe Rogan announces the fight during the UFC 290 event at T-Mobile Arena on July 08, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

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UFC 298: Joe Rogan Returns to PPV Commentary With Jon Anik While DC Gets
Replaced; Fans React to Volkanovski vs. Topuria Panel- ‘Bald Goat’

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Dricus Du Plessis; Israel Adesanya

Dushyant Patni is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. Dushyant brings 8 years of professional writing experience to his coverage of MMA at ES. This literature graduate excels in the coverage of both MMA-related and off-topic subjects. His spread on MMA legend Mark Kerr is proof of how deep his expertise runs. Occasionally, Dushyant also takes up live coverage, and UFC commentator Joe Rogan’s discussions on the famous JRE podcast. Apart from MMA, he is an avid gamer and eSports streamer. With the ultimate dream to establish himself as an MMA coach and share his passion with like-minded souls, for now, Dushyant continues to bring to you the best of MMA.

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Dushyant Patni

MMA News Roundup: UFC 300 Main Event Israel Adesanya vs. Dricus Du Plessis Per
Insider, Conor McGregor’s Return Delayed, Gordon Ryan Offers Cash for Stolen
Truck

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Dricus Du Plessis and Israel Adesanya

Hiteshwar Sharma is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. An avid MMA enthusiast with a passion for UFC, he has been engrossed in the world of Mixed Martial Arts since 2016. Among the myriad of fighters who have graced the octagon, none shine as brightly as the legendary Conor "The Notorious" McGregor in his eyes. Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz 2 and Dustin Poirier vs. Dan Hooker are two epic battles that have captured the heart of this passionate MMA enthusiast. Hiteshwar embarked on his professional journey as a skilled content writer, with a focus on writing about MMA and Indian startups. Academically, Hiteshwar holds a degree in Computer Science, which complements his diverse interests beyond the octagon. Consuming personal development content and staying updated with the latest in sports, finance, and movies consume his free time.

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