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UFC writer for EssentiallySports

Vinay Vinod

Vinay Vinod is a UFC writer for EssentiallySports. As a state-level amateur kickboxer and a national-level karate athlete, he prides himself on his ability to read fighters and make an in-depth analysis into the fight styles of athletes across traditional martial arts and combat sports. Considering Vinay's martial arts background, he is an ardent supporter of Israel Adesanya, Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson, and Lyoto Machida. When not exploring the world of combat in practice or at work, Vinay, a degree holder in Criminology, furthers his passion by reading about criminal science and human pathological behavior.

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Joe Rogan Names the Fighter With the Most “Unparalleled” Question Mark Kick in the World

Joe Rogan revealed his love for the question mark kick in his most recent Instagram post and praised the technique's Brazilian innovator.

Watch: Conor McGregor Ruthlessly Thrashes Kamaru Usman in Front of 19,000 People at UFC 246 Amidst Current Rivalry

After knocking out Donald Cerrone in the first round of UFC 246, Conor McGregor threw his trash talk at Kamaru Usman, seated in the audience.

“I Realised How Easy It Was for Me to Get F**Ked Up” – Joe Rogan’s Brutally Honest Admission to Mike Tyson

Joe Rogan participated in veteran heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson's podcast Hotboxin, where he revealed late taekwondo stories.

“It Was Jorge-Nate Diaz” – Donald Trump Jr. Reveals How He Befriended UFC Star Jorge Masvidal

Donald Trump Jr. recounts how his friendship with UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal began and led to political campaigns in the United States.

Dustin Poirier Owns Conor McGregor Fan With Cheeky “8-10” Rebuttal

Dustin Poirier savaged one of McGregor's followers on Twitter when he attempted to taunt him. McGregor has recovered and is training.

Video: 20-Year-Old “F**King Future” Conor McGregor Predicting His Rise After Cold-Blooded Knockout

Conor McGregor predicted his meteoric rise in his early twenties. McGregor's comeback is anticipated to be the most historic comeback in UFC.

Mike Tyson Reveals to an Astonished Joe Rogan How He’d Bring His Pet White Tigers to His Fights

Joe Rogan featured Mike Tyson on his podcast and it got more captivating as he revealed his experience with his pets, Royal Bengal tigers.

Floyd Mayweather Once Revealed 3 Things He Did to Knockout 12 Year Younger UFC Double Champion Conor McGregor

Floyd Mayweather discloses the training techniques that enabled him to defeat Conor McGregor in the historic professional boxing match.

African American UFC Fighter Bobby Green Reveals to Joe Rogan How He Met His “White Dad”

Bobby Green on Joe Rogan's podcast joined his coach turned dad, Jacob Benny, and described his journey with his foster dad.

Conor McGregor Called Out Floyd Mayweather for Back-Tracking on “Verbal Agreement” After $350 Million Fight

Former UFC champion Conor McGregor had called out boxing legend Floyd Mayweather for going back on his word. Here's More.

When Joe Rogan Introspected Into Michael Jordan’s Ego: “If You’re Not Sadistic, You Don’t Make a Good Serial Killer”

UFC commentator Joe Rogan on his podcast made in-depth remarks on how NBA legend Michael Jordon's 'ego' pushed him to success.

Mike Tyson Had Joe Rogan Scared for His Life: “Who the F**K Is Gonna Say That Dude?”

Joe Rogan featured Mike Tyson in his podcast 'The Joe Rogan Experience and was feeling intimidated by his reply. Here's all you need to know!
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