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Anirban Chatterjee is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. He holds an MBA in Sports Management and is an athlete himself. After stints in notable organizations as a professional writer, Anirban pivoted to covering UFC, ONE Championship, and other premier MMA promotions. Here at ES, his coverage of the UFC 296 fight week involving Dana White, Colby Covington, and Dricus Du Plessis received recognition and high praise in the MMA fraternity. When he’s not churning out stories for his readers, it's his active lifestyle that revolves around sporting activities that keep him busy.

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Robert Whittaker Claims Jon Jones is “Trolling” Tom Aspinall With Conditions to Take Fight

Robert Whittaker gives Tom Aspinall a brutal reality check on his hopes of facing Jon Jones after six months for the heavyweight title.

Khabib Nurmagomedov Defends Decision to Defy UFC Rules to Use ‘Iconic’ MMA Fight Gear

Khabib Nurmagomedov's longtime coach Javier Mendez comes up with a unique story proving how loyal the former lightweight champion was to him.

“If He Takes It Seriously” – UFC HoFer Expects Kevin Holland to Rise to Title Contention On One Condition After UFC London Win

Former UFC champion Michael Bisping makes some bold predictions for Kevin Holland after his latest victory against Gunnar Nelson.

Daniel Cormier Backs Ilia Topuria Despite Islam Makhachev’s Rejection Citing Dana White’s Unwillingness to ‘Waste’ Opportunity

Read this article to find out what Daniel Cormier had to say about Ilia Topuria's chances at facing Islam Makhachev next for the title.

“He Didn’t Look Like Invincible” – Colby Covington Makes Wild Prediction for Ilia Topuria vs Islam Makhachev Fight

Former UFC interim champion Colby Covington picks Ilia Topuria as his favorite for the potential fight against Islam Makhachev.

“Dana’s Going to Sign Him” – Paddy Pimblett Makes Bold Claim On Dana White’s Intentions For Undefeated Teammate

Paddy Pimblett comes out in support of his training partner Luke Riley and feels the UFC will look into his performance and sign him next.

Dana White & Turki Alalshikh’s ‘Brilliant Plan’ for TKO Boxing League Gets Exposed

Read this article to find out what Josh Thomson had to say about Dana White' TKO league and the payscale for young fighters.

“Jon Has Not Been Offered That Fight” – UFC Insider Sets It Straight on Allegations of Jon Jones Holding Up Tom Aspinall Fight

Read this article to find out what a UFC legend feels about the contractual obligations regarding the Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall superfight.

Does Gunnar Nelson Train With Conor McGregor at Straight Blast Gym? UFC Star’s Coach and More

As Gunnar Nelson prepares for his fight with Kevin Holland we find out the kind of relationship the 36-year-old has with Conor McGregor now.

“Leon Will Never Main Event Again” – Insider Gives Leon Edwards a Hard-Hitting Reminder on Losing to Sean Brady at UFC London

Former welterweight champion Leon Edwards has a lot at stake against Sean Brady in his upcoming fight as pointed out by Chael Sonnen.

Chris Duncan Tattoos and the Meaning Behind Them

As Chris Duncan prepares for his fight against Jordan Vucenic at the O2 Arena in London we take a look at the meaning behind his tattoos.

“He Will Put Gaethje in a Coma” – Jorge Masvidal Makes Huge Ilia Topuria Claim Undermining Islam Makhachev

Jorge Masvidal in a recent conversation made bold claims about Ilia Topuria and the damage he can cause at 155 pound with his gifted power.
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