AJ Fletcher

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I am a 24-year-old MMA enthusiast and a UFC Writer at EssentiallySports. My passion for mixed martial arts has been a significant part of my life for over five years. Having previously trained in boxing, I developed a deep appreciation for combat sports. Among the many MMA fighters, Conor McGregor and Alex Pereira stand out as my absolute favorites. Both of them have an inspirational story and they are two of the best strikers in the world. My love for various martial arts forms extends beyond MMA, and I firmly believe that everyone should experience the discipline and artistry of at least one martial art in their lifetime. In addition to my martial arts interests, I'm also a state-level powerlifter, constantly striving to push my physical limits. Whether it's watching MMA bouts, practicing martial arts, or lifting weights, I'm fully immersed in the world of combat sports. I believe in the physical and mental benefits that come from these disciplines and the values they instill. In my free time, I pursue music production as a hobby. You can reach me at-

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Sushant sharma

“I Paid for My Own Flights….”: Homeless African UFC Fighter Reveals the Extreme
Measures He Took, Just to Fight in Front of Dana White

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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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Deepak Kumar

“How the F**k Are You Conscious Right Now” – Joe Rogan, Derrick Lewis &
Alexander Volkanovski React as Loosa Survives the Storm in Round 2 to Emerge
Victorious at UFC 278

Nevada , United States - 10 July 2021; Dustin Poirier following his lightweight fight with Conor McGregor during the UFC 264 event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. (Photo By Thomas King/Sportsfile 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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Varun Khanna

WATCH: Dustin Poirier Channels His Inner Coach to Offer Pearls of Wisdom to AJ
Fletcher Making His UFC Debut

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Pranit Punjabi is a UFC author at EssentiallySports. A third-year psychology major, this Justin Gaethje fan merged his interest in psychology with his deep passion for MMA and was intrigued by this new angle to help him get closer to the action. Pranit aims to look through the violence and chaos, into what makes MMA truly beautiful, the deep and rich psychological aspect of the game. He hopes to capture the mental spirit of the fighters - their discipline, eccentricities, background, and grit. Apart from MMA, Pranit enjoys soccer and is an ardent supporter of Chelsea FC. Aside from his professional pursuits, he enjoys gaming and writing music.

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