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David Andrew is a UFC author at EssentiallySports with a background in English Literature from St. Stephens College. Prior to his current role, David, who combines his passion for writing and combat sports, contributed to the MMA divisions at Sportskeeda and The Sportsrush. As a professional MMA writer, he enjoys writing prediction and fight breakdown copies. An ardent combat sports fan, David has been hooked on MMA ever since watching his first fight in 2011, a showdown between Donald Cerrone and Nate Diaz at UFC 141, and hasn't looked back since. A massive Khabib Nurmagomedov fan, David wishes to interview 'The Eagle' in the future. Aside from his professional pursuits, David is an avid musician who spends his time singing, writing songs and playing the guitar and the piano.

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Jan Blachowicz Says His Favorite Colour Is the Blood of His Enemies

In a Q&A session on his Twitter account, light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz responds to a fan's question with an intriguing answer.

“Dodging raindrops”- Israel Adesanya Ridicules Robert Whittaker’s Punching Skills

With the rematch set to go down in January, UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya mocks Robert Whittaker's punching skills on Twitter.

Here’s How a “Death touch” United UFC Champion Alexander Volkanovski and His Coach

As Alexander Volkanovski gets ready to face Brian Ortega, we take a look at the Australian Champion's first MMA trainer and mentor Joe Lopez.

Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson Out of Bellator Light Heavyweight Grand Prix Tournament

Anthony Johnson reportedly pulls out from his second Bellator fight against light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov due to unknown illness.

“I Would Have Won for Sure”- Yoel Romero on Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson’s Recent Bellator Appearance

In a recent interview with MMA Fighting UFC veteran Yoel Romero gives his take on Anthony 'Rumble' Johnson's Bellator debut back in May.

Robert Whittaker Confirms Rematch with Israel Adesanya in 2022

Former champion Robert Whittaker recently took to Twitter to share the news of his return to the octagon in a rematch with Israel Adesanya.

“He Canceled the Fight”- Yoel Romero Reveals Jake Paul Had Chosen Him Before Tyron Woodley

In an interview, Yoel Romero reveals that he was initially the opponent for 'The Problem Child' Jake Paul in the latter's third boxing bout.

“I Don’t Think That’s Okay”- Sean O’Malley on Transgender Fighter Alana McLaughlin Making Her MMA Debut

In an appearance on his podcast, UFC bantamweight Sean O'Malley gives his take on transgender fighter Alana McLaughlin making her MMA debut.

Bellator 266: Yoel Romero vs Phil Davis Fight Prediction and Analysis

As UFC veteran Yoel Romero makes his Bellator debut against Phil Davis, we take a look at the possible outcomes of the anticipated matchup.

“You F*****g Dork”- Anthony Smith Ridicules Ryan Spann’s Antics Ahead of UFC Fight Night

In a recent interview with MMA fighting, Light heavyweight contender Anthony Smith weighs in on Ryan Spann's antics ahead of their matchup.

Anderson Silva Dedicates Victory to Bruce Lee and Wing Chun- Taunts Tito Ortiz for His Comments

Anderson Silva takes a subtle shot at Tito Ortiz's Wing Chun comments in his post fight interview after knocking him out in the first round.

“Black Scary Guys Don’t Make Me Nervous”- Anthony Smith on Ryan Spann Trying to Intimidate Him

In a recent interview with Ariel Helwani, Anthony Smith weighs in on Ryan Spann trying to intimidate him ahead of their fight next weekend.
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