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Former UFC middleweight champion, Michael Bisping, had a coveted UFC career as a fighter. Likewise, he is doing an outstanding job in the broadcast booth. Though he has worked at many UFC events, the one at UFC 272 will stand out for the British commentator. For the first time, Bisping will be calling fights alongside veteran UFC commentator, Joe Rogan.

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One year ago, Bisping spoke with Mike Bohn; When asked, alongside whom would he like to call fights, Bisping answered, “Joe Rogan. I haven’t worked with Joe Rogan yet. I would love to. Of course, Joe is… He’s the OG or the godfather of, if you will, of commentators.”

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Furthermore, Bisping detailed how, in 2019, Rogan sent him encouraging messages after his commentary debut in Fortaleza, Brazil.

Bisping was aware of the reasons why he didn’t work with Rogan yet. He said, “Of course, Joe only does the PPVs and there’s a… you know, there’s a pecking order, you know, it’s Jon Anik, Joe Rogan, next in line is DC and that’s the way its work. There’s a hierarchy and, fair enough, I’m the last one.”

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Earlier, at UFC 271, Michael Bisping made his PPV debut as a commentator, when Rogan chose to skip the event.

Like Joe Rogan, Michael Bisping will stay in the UFC for a long time

Starting his commentary career, in 2018, ‘The Count’ has steadily become one of the best UFC analysts.

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Bisping has used his experience in fighting to break down what’s going on inside the octagon. ‘The Count’, with his amusing personality, has made his mark in the broadcaster booth, as he has previously done with his fighting career.

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In 2021, the UFC Hall of Famer signed a four-year extension deal to keep calling fights, for the UFC. Thus, the fans are not getting rid of ‘The Count’ anytime soon.

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Are you excited to see the Joe Rogan-Michael Bisping duo? Let us know in the comments.

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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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