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Deepak Kumar

Deepak Kumar is a UFC author at EssentiallySports. His love for MMA comes from the chaos and violence the fight business brings to the table. A BJJ aspirant, Deepak began following the sport as a casual fan when Ronda Rousey was finishing her opponents in seconds. Now, a hardcore fan of names like Petr Yan, Charles Oliveira, and Tony Ferguson, he just can't even miss a single fight. This has helped him develop a passionate understanding of the sport that he hopes to translate into his work. When not working, he likes to hang out with his squad.

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Despite a Split Decision Win, Valentina Shevchenko Will Not Rematch Taila Santos Next as Erin Blanchfield Makes Flyweight Bout Announcement

UFC flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko is at the center of attention as UFC gets a fresh opponent for challenger Taila Santos' return.

Unprecedented Judges ‘Error’ Sends Joe Rogan, Bruce Buffer, & UFC World to Frenzy as Karolina Kowalkiewicz Gets Controversial Decision at UFC 281

Controversial scene at UFC 281 as the judges scorecard gets adjusted on live television, leaving Joe Rogan, Bruce Buffer & the fans confused.

‘He’s on Everything’ – ‘Jacked’ Conor McGregor Showing Quad Goals in New Bodybuilder-Like Snap With Wrestling Coach Has Internet Going Crazy

Conor McGregor looks massive in his latest snap with SBG Ireland wrestling coach Sergey Pikulskiy. Conor McGregor Jr. also gets a spotlight.

UFC Commentator Joe Rogan Reveals Who Was the First ‘High-Level Striker’ in MMA & It’s Not Anderson Silva

Joe Rogan reveals his pick for the first high-level striker in MMA after his friend brought up one of UFC star's street tales on JRE podcast.

Elon Musk Getting Backlash Over Twitter Changes Gets Compared to Joe Rogan-Spotify Saga as ‘Let’s See Where You’re After Six Months’ Comment Thrown at Critics

Joe Rogan & Spotify deal gets brought into attention as UFC legend & co. discuss & compare Elon Musk's free speech & blue badge criticism.

Joe Rogan’s Michael Jordan, Kanye West & Jon Jones Remarks Show How Extreme Winners Operate on a Different Frequency

Joe Rogan has given his opinion of Jon Jones, Michael Jordan and Kanye West's greatness and the JRE host pointed out one common thing.

‘Read Rules? He Is Too Joe Rogan to Do That’ – UFC Commentator Faces Massive Backlash After Sean O’Malley Decision

UFC commentator Joe Rogan gets fans' wrath after being unsure of a key rule in judging criteria while analyzing Petr Yan vs. Sean O'Malley.

#12 UFC Lightweight Conor McGregor vs. #11 UFC Welterweight Jorge Masvidal! Is It the Perfect Matchup Per UFC Rankings?

Conor McGregor vs. Jorge Masvidal! Considering their history and current UFC rankings, is this the perfect matchup for Dana White to book?

Conor McGregor, $200M-Worth at 34, Who Wants to Be a Billionaire at 35, Has Reportedly Found the Secret Sauce to Billionaire Status

$200M-worth Conor McGregor, 34, who wants to be a billionaire at 35 is rumored to face Floyd Mayweather in a mega $1.5 billion encounter.

‘Conor McGregor & Me Have…’ – As Irishman Confirms 170lbs, Leon Edwards Makes a Huge Title Shot Claim

UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards offers a Conor McGregor bout could be easy to make but focuses on finishing the Kamaru Usman trilogy.

Khamzat Chimaev Unable to Leave Russia as Passport Is Seized! (Updated)

A recent report suggest UFC welterweight & middleweight fighter Khamzat Chimaev has been held in Russia after his passport is seized.

“…Think They Can Say Anything and Get Away” – Mike Tyson Beating the ‘Brakes’ Off a ‘Disrespectful’ Reporter Gets Major Reaction From Jorge Masvidal

Jorge Masvidal backs Mike Tyson as an infamous clip of him ridiculing a reporter after uncomfortable questions surface on the internet.
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