
Krushna Prasad Pattnaik
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In the three years since joining the UFC division of EssentiallySports, Krushna Pattnaik has effortlessly juggled prediction pieces, live event assignments, and beat reports. He is now a Senior Columnist in the division, with skills polished in the in-house Journalistic Excellence Program. Krushna also had a brief stint on the ES YouTube team before resuming MMA reporting. He brings five years of Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, and Taekwondo training into his breakdown of complex fight sequences. He also has a background in medicine, which makes him a trusted voice in covering injury reports, medical suspensions, and anti-doping news.
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MMA News Roundup: Bryce Mitchell Near-Brawl in Abu Dhabi, Conor McGregor Testing Pool Return, Stipe Miocic Cleveland Hall of Fame
Join us for the new episode of the MMA News Roundup featuring news about Bryce Mitchell's brawl, Conor McGregor's return, and more.
10 hrs ago

Joe Rogan Branded “American Treasure” After Emotional Confession Draws UFC World’s Support
The fighting community praises the UFC color commentator, Joe Rogan, as he reveals his early struggles on Gary Brecka's podcast.
12 hrs ago

Dana White’s UFC Signs 11 New Fighters Days After Axing 6 Stars
Dana White and Company continue to change the UFC roster with new fighters, after removing a few others from the promotion not too long ago.
14 hrs ago

MMA Community Gets Emotional After UFC Honors Dustin Poirier’s French Heritage With Max Holloway
The fighting community gets ready to shed tears as Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway face off at the French Quarters ahead of UFC 318.
15 hrs ago

Bryce Mitchell Faults U.S. Govt in $78.9M Message After Arkansas Flood Wrecks Hometown
UFC star, Bryce Mitchell, slams the American government as he offers his prayers to the victims of the Arkansas flood on social media.
16 hrs ago

Where Is Dustin Poirier From? French Ethnicity & Background
Dive deep into the ethnicity of Dustin Poirier, and his French ancestry, before he lands against Islam Makhachev at UFC 302.
1 day ago

Paulo Costa Reveals Contract, Pay Dispute as Reason Behind Past Beef With Dana White
Paulo Costa reflects back on his previous beef with the UFC head honcho, Dana White, and weighs in on why he has buried the hatchet now.
1 day ago

Ben Askren’s Wife Thanks Coach for Financial Aid Earned via Wisconsin Wrestling Tour
Ben Askren's wife thanks coach and co-owner of Askren Wrestling Academy, as the coach plans to raise funds for 'Funky' through clinic tours.
1 day ago

UFC Heavyweight With 10 Finishes Reveals Doping-Fueled Chaos Behind Russian MMA
UFC heavyweight contender, Valter Walker, reveals the 'premium fuel' that he had to take in during his time fighting in Russian MMA.
1 day ago

Mike Perry’s ‘David vs. Goliath’ Match Against BKFC Heavyweight Champion Sends Fans Into Frenzy
The fighting community gives its honest opinion as 'Platinum' Mike Perry and the BKFC heavyweight champion engage in a playful battle.
2 days ago

Conor McGregor UFC Return in Doubt as Ex-Rival Explores White House Card Match-Ups
Will Conor McGregor actually fight in the UFC White House card? Come find out as the Irishman's former opponent weighs in on the topic.
2 days ago

Max Holloway’s Plea to UFC Answered as Featherweight Rankings Set for New Addition
Max Holloway hints at one additional name in the UFC featherweight rankings after he confirmed he was way past the 145-pound division.
2 days ago

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