Murtaza is a seasoned WWE writer at EssentiallySports with a passion for storytelling in journalism. His love for pro wrestling began during the legendary Randy Orton-John Cena feud in the 2010s, and his enthusiasm for the sport reached new heights after witnessing the masterful performance of Sasha Banks and Bayley in NXT.

As an expert in the field of pro wrestling, Murtaza epitomizes the fans' perspective at ES. He combines his extensive knowledge of the sport with the emotional side of storytelling. Murtaza's coverage portfolio at ES includes marquee events such as WrestleMania 38, SummerSlam, and Royal Rumble, as well as coverage of other major events from AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling. 

In addition to his passion for wrestling, Murtaza has a keen interest in music and pop culture. He brings a diverse range of perspectives and interests to his writing.

Hi, I'm Donna, the editor for WWE at EssentiallySports. I help our writers dot their i's, cross their t's, and ensure they get all their facts straight. I am particularly invested in the world of wrestling since it's unlike any other sport currently televised. The thought put behind orchestrating wacky storylines and building hype for months on end is incredible and something that I enjoy keeping track of. Particularly, I like the shenanigans Rhea Ripley and Dominik Mysterio get up to as part of The Judgment Day, as well as watching what up-and-coming talents have to offer over at NXT.

During my time at ES, I have been doing live coverage of WWE SmackDown which currently hosts our ?Head of the Table? Roman Reigns. Prior to this, I worked as a reporter for a national newspaper, covering investigative stories on education, space, science, and tech. While these might seem worlds apart, I still enjoy getting into the nitty gritty of stories here at ES, picking apart details and finding out facts about wrestlers that most would overlook. In my spare time, I enjoy delving into my hobbies: writing, drawing, or just goofing off with my cat.

Dwayne Johnson [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/the-rock/] was recently announced to star in a new upcoming film. Despite the huge line-up of Hollywood projects that he has yet to work on, Johnson has seemingly signed another deal with A24 to play the role of an MMA and wrestling veteran. Being a former wrestler himself, this would be of great importance to The Rock. The biopic will follow Mark Kerr. The name that could sound confusing to some new-generation MMA fans will sound familiar to the audience who has been watching the sport for a while. But now, everybody will get the chance to know Kerr more personally. DWAYNE JOHNSON TO TELL MARK KERR’S STORY UP-CLOSE In 2002, a documentary was released named The Smashing Machine which surrounded the professional life of Mark Kerr. Several years later, Seven Bucks Productions acquired the rights in 2019 while collaborating with Benny Safdie, the script writer for the upcoming movie about Kerr with the same name as before, The Smashing Machine. READ MORE:- Dwayne Johnson Etches Another Record to His Name, Giving a Tough Battle to John Cena: “… By Anyone in Hollywood” [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wwe-news-dwayne-johnson-etches-another-record-to-his-name-giving-a-tough-battle-to-john-cena-by-anyone-in-hollywood/] According to Deadline [https://deadline.com/2023/12/dwayne-johnson-mark-kerr-ufc-the-smashing-machine-1235666546/], the film will display the MMA legend’s struggle with addiction, winning, love, and friendship in the year 2000. The Brahma Bull will play the role of Mark Kerr himself in the sports biopic. Are you excited for the upcoming project? WATCH THIS STORY:- Despite a Bad History, UFC President Dana White Praises New Business Partner Vince McMahon: Michael Jordan of the Business World [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/wwe-news-despite-a-bad-history-ufc-president-dana-white-praises-new-business-partner-vince-mcmahon-michael-jordan-of-the-business-world/] 

Dwayne Johnson has been announced to play the role of an MMA legend in an upcoming movie presenting his life struggles in the year 2000.

Kaif Ali is a senior WWE writer at EssentiallySports. With a background in literature, he is a wordsmith who has managed to blend his passion for pro wrestling and writing. Inching towards the 1,500 articles mark, Kaif is a credible voice in the world of pro wrestling.

His expertise includes covering off-court developments and perspective pieces in the sport like The Rock gaining a position on the TKO Board of Directors or how is it going to affect XFL. When he is away from the world of pro wrestling, Kaif likes to let loose with some dance moves.

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Kaif Ali is a senior WWE writer at EssentiallySports. With a background in literature, he is a wordsmith who has managed to blend his passion for pro wrestling and writing. Inching towards the 1,500 articles mark, Kaif is a credible voice in the world of pro wrestling

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Kaif Ali is a senior WWE writer at EssentiallySports. With a background in literature, he is a wordsmith who has managed to blend his passion for pro wrestling and writing. Inching towards the 1,500 articles mark, Kaif is a credible voice in the world of pro wrestling. His expertise includes covering off-court developments and perspective pieces in the sport like The Rock gaining a position on the TKO Board of Directors or how is it going to affect XFL. When he is away from the world of pro wrestling, Kaif likes to let loose with some dance moves.

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Kaif Ali is a WWE writer at EssentiallySports and is a massive WWE enthusiast
and he won?t have it any other way. Confused about the third person narrative?
Well, what can you expect from someone who grew as a fan of Dwayne ?The Rock?
Johnson. I am also a John Cena fan and follow his ?Never Give Up? mantra when it
comes to my daily work life. Working as a writer at EssentiallySports has played
an integral part in rekindling my lost connection with the world of sports
especially pro wrestling. From watching my favorite stars in the ring to
covering the latest updates around them it has been one hell of a journey and
still going strong. Moving away from the in-ring exploits of wrestlers, if you
want to know about The Rock?s next big project, his upcoming Hollywood dates and
what is he planning with XFL, then I am your guy. Enough about wrestling(can?t
get enough) I like to unwind in my free time with guitar and dance to let myself
free! You can check in on me on my LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaif-ali-25a51722b/ and my X profile
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Siyari Debbarma is a senior NBA writer at EssentiallySports. With over 700 articles under her belt, Siyari is an expert in providing in-depth analysis and coverage of the game. Her throwback article on Dennis Rodman's plea for help garnered more than 3.5 million page views, a testament to her skill as a writer and journalist.

Siyari's expertise also extends to game coverage and lifestyle reporting on NBA players and their families. She brings a unique perspective to her articles, providing readers with a behind-the-scenes look at the personal lives of their favorite players. Her passion for basketball began when she started hooping in her senior year of school, and she has been a devoted fan of the game ever since.

Although Siyari admires players irrespective of their teams, the Golden State Warriors hold a special place in her heart. She is a huge fan of iconic names such as Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Michael Jordan, but her personal preferences have never swayed her from delivering detailed and impartial content to her readers.

When she's not covering the latest NBA stories, Siyari indulges in her love of reading, with a particular fondness for books on history and culture. She also spends time with her adorable cats and dogs, who keep her company when she's away from the court.

Caroline Joseph is a Primary Editor for the NBA division at EssentiallySports, who covers the post-retirement lives of basketball legends such as Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal, and many more. From publishing companies to e-learning agencies and animation studios, she has worked with a plethora of content creation and curation groups over the span of a decade.  

Her fascination with these NBA icons began at the tender age of ten when she was entranced by the classic movie “Space Jam”. Her hobbies include a passion for writing science fiction and singing live on stage. Through her editorial lens, Caroline uses a meticulous approach to fact-checking and mentoring writers to achieve standard journalism practices.

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Pritha is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. After reporting on the luxurious lifestyle of celebrities for a year, she used that experience to cover the glamor side of the basketball world. She has expertly covered Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan's complicated love story and the lavish vacations of NBA superstars, among other off-court scoops. One of her articles on NBA icon Magic Johnson’s Italian vacation had very high ratios of fan engagement. Away from work, Pritha is an avid reader and loves to explore the world of art..

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Saumya is the Lead Editor for the NBA Active division at EssentiallySports. With almost a decade of writing experience, Saumya embraced the editorial front with open arms at the ES NewsDesk. She monitors and covers NBA Trade Deadlines closely, supervising live coverage of games, and analyzes the speculations that go beyond the players’ on-court lives. 

She has a keen eye for the nuances that make basketball more than just a sport. Saumya ensures to weave the right words to capture the essence of each slam dunk, every strategic play, and the relentless pursuit of greatness by athletes who defy gravity. Her commitment to bring a fresh perspective &amp; shedding light on the untold narratives is her USP. 

When not at her desk, she’s busy lounging with her dog or whipping up new recipes. Join her in her journey as she explores the captivating world of the NBA.

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Caroline John is a senior NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She holds a Masters degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from a reputed university. With 8 years of experience in content writing and after judiciously covering the life of Shaquille O’Neal, she earned an exclusive interview with the CEO of Shaq’s Big Chicken franchise, Josh Halpern. Initially, it was the philanthropic versions of NBA icons LeBron James and O’Neal that drew her to start following the sport. And today, she has become a trustworthy voice covering the same names. Caroline never goes unnoticed! An article on Shaq, AKA DJ Diesel, and rapper GAWNE even caught the eye of the 4x NBA champion as he shared it on Instagram. When away from ES Desk, Carloline can be found immersed in books.

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Shriya Rajachandra is an NBA writer for EssentiallySports. She earned a bachelor's degree in Journalism, Psychology, and Communicative English. Shriya previously interned at The New Indian Express, but her favorite journalist, Marcus Thompson motivated her to start writing about basketball. Her favorite team is the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry is her favorite player. She has a puppy named Dobby who is her emotional support bag during intense games.

According to former agent Leonard Armato, Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley will stay strong even if NBC lands the NBA.

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Anuj Talwalkar is a Senior NBA Writer at EssentiallySports, who is marching towards touching 3000 articles. As a writer who specializes in game analysis, post-game pressers, thrilling perspective on players and their performances, he loves merging his passion for writing with the complex human-dramas that unfold everyone on-court. At ES, he is known for his quick coverage of breaking news, an expertise that is now inspiring the junior writers. His love for the sport blossomed a decade back after he started following match highlights. He holds a deep admiration for players like Russell Westbrook and Kobe Bryant, who gave their all in the arena, each time they stepped on court. When Anuj isn't playing some kind of ball outdoors, he likes to read about Sports Management and spend quality time with his family.

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