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We will start with the revelation of Joe Rogan‘s massive 250 million dollar deal with Spotify. Then we bring to you the heartbreaking news of the Rocky sensation ‘Apollo Creed’ passing away and Dana White‘s response to the news. Finally, we will end the news compilation with Conor McGregor‘s comeback to the new weight class. So without any further ado let’s get started.

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Spotify breaks the bank with the new Joe Rogan Experience deal

Joe Rogan and Spotify have decided to extend their partnership. The inaugural contract was supposed to expire this year but seems like Spotify cannot afford to let Rogan get out of their sights. The music streaming company has inked a 250 million dollar deal with Rogan for four years.

50 million dollars more than the previous contract which stood at 200 million dollars. Interestingly, ‘JRE’ will now be available on Spotify as well as YouTube, Amazon, and Apple. The new contract has a clause that states that Rogan has the immunity to venture into different realms. Previously, Rogan’s podcast was only exclusive to Spotify.

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The Podcaster announced the news on his Instagram handle and thanked everyone who watched his podcast. “I would also like to sincerely thank all the people who enjoy the show. I feel insanely fortunate to have such a platform, and I absolutely love doing it. I also feel insanely fortunate to be able to have so many long, in-depth conversations with so many cool and interesting people, and it makes me happy as fuck to know so many people enjoy watching and listening.” said Rogan. Now we have to shift toward the saddening news of the demise of one of the most proficient actors in Hollywood.

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Dana White mourns the loss of Carl Weathers

The entertainment industry mourns the loss of a true legen͏d, an actor whose journey from the world of sports to the dazzling lights of Hollywood captivated audiences worldwide. Weathe͏rs’ remarkable career was a testame͏nt to his talent and dedication, but as with all ͏gre͏at stories, his has reached its ͏poignant conclusion.

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Carl Weathers’ life has been nothing but a rollercoaster ride. Started his career NFL as a linebacker for the Oakland Raiders. After playing for two seasons, Weather found his calling in the limelight of Hollywood. Weathers got a massive breakthrough after he agreed to play ‘Apollo Creeds’ in the classic ‘Rocky’ movie and since then he has been having nothing less than success. However, every good story has an end.

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Dana White along with other celebs has come forward to pay tribute to the acting legend. The UFC CEO took to Instagram to add a story appreciating the journey of Weathers. White uploaded a video on his story where he showcased that his gym has a ‘Creeds’ quote “There is no tomorrow” on it.

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Will Conor McGregor fight in the ‘165’ lbs division?

Jon Anik suggests that if the UFC adds ͏a 165-pound division (super lightweight), Con͏or McGregor should vie for the title.͏ Despite Dana ͏White’s pas͏t denials, recent rumors hint ͏at͏ pote͏ntial chang͏es in the or͏ganizati͏on’s weight classes. Anik’s viewpoint adds in͏trigue to the ongoing discussions.

I do believe that after he gets through that next fight, ideally happening sooner rather than later against Michael Chandler, we’re looking at more super fights at 170 pounds. Not some sort of path to the championship. There has been some discourse recently, Malik, about maybe Leon Edwards’s next title defense happening at 175 pounds and the UFC opening up a 165-pound division. said Anik.

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He further added “I haven’t heard that internally; I think that’s just rumor mill stuff. But if ever there were a time to do that and try to create a championship for Conor McGregor, granted he hasn’t won a fight in four years, maybe this would be the time to strike.”

Read More: “RIP” – Heartbroken Dana White Joins Sylvester Stallone to Mourn the Loss of ‘Apollo Creed’ Carl Weathers

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Suryakant Das is a senior writer who leads UFC live coverage at EssentiallySports, known for his broad expertise and standout professionalism in MMA journalism. Over two years in the field, he has become a key voice on real-time event updates, pre- and post-fight interviews, and analysis of viral moments from the Joe Rogan Experience. His dynamic reporting is backed by selection to the Journalistic Excellence Program, which hones advanced editorial skills and strategic coverage approaches for top talent. Suryakant’s career is defined by his ability to deliver both speed and depth. His versatile background spans sports journalism, content writing, and editorial roles, helping him navigate fast-paced live coverage and deliver meaningful stories with clarity and precision. Recognition from respected MMA figures such as Nina-Marie Daniele and Hall of Famer Michael Bisping further marks him as a trusted authority in the UFC community.

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