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Khabib and Umar Nurmagomedov

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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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Faizan Mirza

Weeks After Pulling Out of His Fight Against Cory Sandhagen, Umar Nurmagomedov
Gets a 3-Word Encouraging Message From Khabib

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Arman Khan is a UFC author for EssentiallySports. He began following combat sports when Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor competed in 'The Money Fight' in 2017. 'The Notorious' attracted Arman to the UFC, and he became an ardent fan of professional fighting as he could draw parallels with the action from his combat sports experience and break down techniques such as striking and striking defense lucidly for the casual fans. Besides writing MMA articles, Arman is a part of the organization's web stories team and is responsible for delivering engaging UFC and Boxing web stories. Arman is a black belt athlete who specializes in Shotokan Karate and has taken part in school, state, and national level tournaments and has won a State Gold and National Bronze. When he is not writing or preparing for tournaments, he binge watches combat-centric films or indulges himself in creative activities such as Photography or Filmmaking.

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Arman Khan

“It’s Been Amazing to Chase My Dream”: Hinting at Possible Retirement, UFC Star
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Elon Musk

Yeswanth Praveen is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports, having written over 500 articles on the sport. With a Master?s degree in English Literature, Yeswanth expertly combines his writing and storytelling skills with his passion for MMA. He was initially drawn to the sport after the intense rivalry between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov captured his attention. Since then, Yeswanth has been a dedicated follower of MMA and continues to provide expert coverage of the sport to readers. One of Yeswanth?s standout articles was on the Covington-Masvidal feud, where he adeptly captured the feelings and sentiments of MMA fans. Yeswanth?s experience training in MMA has further enhanced his knowledge of the technical aspects of martial arts, giving him a unique perspective as a writer. As an aspiring thespian, Yeswanth brings a creative flair to his writing, making his articles engaging and enjoyable to read. His dedication to the sport and his craft make Yeswanth a trusted source for UFC fans, and he continues to produce high-quality content for EssentiallySports.

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Yeswanth Praveen

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and UFC Pros Share Hilarious Reactions to Elon Musk Removing Their Verified Mark
on Twitter

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Akshay Pallav is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. He is passionate about MMA and is dedicated to producing high-quality content that is both informative and engaging for readers. Akshay has extensive experience covering the sport, including interviewing top stars like Marlon Moraes and Sage Northcutt. Akshay?s love for combat sports dates back to 2002 when he was watching televised proceedings of a global event. As a writer, Akshay has a unique ability to recreate the intensity of fights with his words. He believes in understanding the fighter's mindset before, during, and after the fight, and his deep understanding of the sport shines through in his writing. In addition to his work as a writer, Akshay is also a talented athlete. He has played multiple sports for his university, including basketball, volleyball, and track &amp; field. As a passionate soccer fan and Manchester United supporter, he understands the importance of being a dedicated fan while also maintaining a professional and unbiased approach to his writing.

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Akshay Pallav

“Patrick Mahomes Made 5 Million to Say ‘I’m Going to Disneyland’ After Winning
the Superbowl” – KC Chiefs Star’s Shenanigans Draw Hilarious Reactions From UFC
Fighter and Fans

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Jose Aldo Crying

Himakshu Vyas is a Combat Sports author at Essentiallysports. He is passionate about sports, with soccer and MMA being the sports he is most involved in. Aside from that, he follows the global soccer scene. He is a die-hard Manchester United supporter for over a decade. Himakshu loves to play soccer with his friends a few times a week and indulges in MMA training daily to stay fit. This has helped him gain the perspective of a participant in the sports world. He is a huge fan of the first UFC two-division champion 'The Notorious' Connor McGregor and Jon Jones. He respects and looks up to MMA athletes, as he believes the world of MMA is teeming with disciplinarians and athletes who devote their lives to achieving a god-like physique to compete at the highest level. Apart from sports, he loves to travel and cook. He likes to explore different cuisines on the road and creates his own version of the recipes.

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Himakshu Vyas

“I Am Not Crying, You Are Crying” – Max Holloway & Pros React as Jose Aldo Gets
Inducted Into UFC Hall of Fame

UFC Fight Night: Makhachev v Moises

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 17: Khabib Nurmagomedov reacts after teammate Islam Makhachev's victory against Thiago Moises in their lightweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on July 17, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)|GettyImages

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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: Khabib Nurmagomedov Cheekily Called Out Joe Rogan After He Mispronounced
His Protege’s Name- “You Should Have Remembered”

EFC 33 Eagle Fighting Championship in Moscow

MOSCOW, RUSSIA FEBRUARY 9, 2021: MMA fighter, UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov attends EFC 33 Eagle Fighting Championship at Irina Viner-Usmanova Gymnastics Palace. Valery Sharifulin/TASS (Photo by Valery SharifulinTASS via Getty Images)

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‘Cheater’ Tim Elliott and ‘Sleeping’ Referee at UFC 272 Invites the Rage of
Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev

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umar nurmagomedov finishes Brian Kelleher

Aashish Kumar is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. A graduate in Journalism &amp; Mass Communication, this Brandon Moreno fan has interned at reputed media houses and gained valuable reporting experience. Building on that experience, Aashish will look to tap into his love for combat sports and let fans benefit from his passion and journalistic expertise. He is a sports aficionado who has played at the university level. Besides sports, he is an avid gamer with titles like CS: GO, Call of Duty, and Battlegrounds in his arsenal. When not engaged with sports, he can be found reading novels or watching his favorite anime.

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Aashish Kumar

VIDEO:- Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Cousin Umar Nurmagomedov Secures a Dominant
First-Round Submission Win at UFC 272

Nevada , United States - 10 July 2021; Conor McGregor before his lightweigh fight with Dustin Poirier 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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Conor McGregor

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Manager Ali Abdelaziz Insults Conor McGregor Once Again

UFC Fight Night: Chikadze v Swanson

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 01: Giga Chikadze of Georgia prepares to fight Cub Swanson in a featherweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on May 01, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)

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