Akshyay Srichandan Mahapatra

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Akshyay Mahapatra is a UFC author for EssentiallySports. He wished to combine his passion for the UFC (that he has been following since 2008) as well as his love for writing. This motivated him to enter the world of combat sports journalism. His long tenure as a fight fan lends weight to the views he expresses in his articles. Following Brock Lesnar's move from the WWE to the UFC, he grew to respect the work of every single professional fighter. As he understood MMA is a true discipline, he remained a die-hard UFC fan even after Alistair Overeem sent Brock Lesnar packing from the UFC at UFC 141 in 2011. He is a great admirer of the Dagestani juggernaut Khabib Nurmagomedov and is a fan of 'The Predator' Francis Ngannou's insane KO power. In his downtime, Akshyay loves catching the latest flick. He is a film fanatic and has a special affinity towards suspense thrillers.

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Stipe Miocic’s Tattoo and It’s Bizarre Ties to an Adult Actress; Meaning Behind UFC Star’s Inks

Iconic tattoos inked in the body of the former 2-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Stipe Miocic and the meanings behind them.

Who Is Paddy Pimblett?- All You Need to Know About the UFC Debutant

Newest UFC recruit Paddy Pimblett is gearing up for debut at UFC Vegas 36. But before he makes his debut, let's know in details about him.

‘I Kick the Sh*t Out of the People’- Giga Chikadze Challenges Max Holloway to Survive More Than 2 Rounds

UFC featherweight sensation Giga Chikadze has summoned Max Holloway for a fight and believes latter's time is up and his time will start now.

‘What in the World Is Happening?’- Daniel Cormier Left Flabbergasted as Belal Muhammad Pulls His Leg on Live Television

UFC welterweight Belal Muhammad left former dual champion Daniel Cormier flabbergasted with his words during the live show.

UFC Vegas 36 Prelims: Jonathan Martinez vs Marcelo Rojo- Prediction and Analysis

UFC Vegas 36 will feature some exciting clashes including the one between bantamweights Jonathan Martinez and Marcelo Rojo.

UFC Vegas 36 Prelims: Dalcha Lungiambula vs Marc-Andre Barriault: Prediction and Analysis

UFC Vegas 36 will feature some exciting clashes including a middleweight clash between Dalcha Lungiambula and Marc-Andre Barriault.

UFC Vegas 36 Prelims: Julian Erosa vs Charles Jourdain- Prediction and Analysis

UFC Vegas 36 will feature some exciting clashes in its card including a featherweight clash between Julian Erosa and Charles Jourdain.

UFC Vegas 36 Prelims: Jack Shore vs Liudvik Sholinian- Prediction and Analysis

UFC Vegas 36 will feature some of the exciting clashes including a bantamweight clash between Jack Shore and Liudvik Sholinian in prelims.

UFC Vegas 36 Prelims: Molly McCann vs Ji Yeon Kim- Prediction and Analysis

UFC Vegas 36 will feature a lot of exciting clashes including the one between women's flyweights Molly McCann and Ji Yeon Kim in prelims.

‘I Get to Knock the Dude Out’- Justin Gaethje Ridicules Michael Chandler for Taking His Title Fight Spot

Former UFC interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje blasts Michael Chandler for fighting for the undisputed gold against Oliveira.

UFC Lightweight Rafael Fiziev Returns to Take on Brad Riddell at UFC Fight Night Event in December

UFC ranked lightweights Rafael Fiziev and Brad Riddell will face each other in the UFC Fight Night event set to take place in December.

Joe Rogan Reveals His Covid Infection Timeline- From Getting Infected to Recovery

UFC commentator and analyst Joe Rogan reveals the timeline of the Covid infection he had to go through. From getting infected to recovery.