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Syed Rahil Ahmed is a primary editor in the UFC division at EssentiallySports. With a master's degree in journalism, and nearly three years of experience in both editing, and writing for MMA outlets, Rahil is a seasoned expert in crafting compelling stories for his readers. His love for the sport began watching Brock Lesnar fight Cain Velasquez, but he developed a deeper passion for the 'art' in mixed martial arts after watching the Anderson Silva documentary, 'Like Water.' Rahil has also been training MMA for nearly a decade now and has a blue belt in BJJ. His knowledge of the history and the technicalities of the sport ensure that there is little left to the reader's imagination. When he is not at his editing table crafting the next story, you can find him jamming with his band.

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Dark Clouds Over Jake Paul’s “Bad Idea” Looms Large Before Mike Tyson Fight

Brendan Schaub questions whether fighting Mike Tyson is an overall good call for Jake Paul's career and legitimacy as a professional boxer.

Marlon Vera Blasts Sean O’Malley for Claiming Victory in Merab Dvalishvili Fight

Former opponent Marlon Vera tells Sean O'Malley to grow up over the latter's claims of victory after losing to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306.

Ilia Topuria Fails to Force Past Jon Jones in UFC P4P Rankings as Max Holloway Faces Setback

Despite knocking out Max Holloway at UFC 308, Ilia Topuria is unable to topple Jon Jones in the UFC P4P rankings.

Donald Trump Interrupts Joe Rogan Mid-Sentence to Prove a Point About UFC GOAT Debate

Donald Trump quotes Khabib Nurmagomedov as his pick for MMA GOAT in episode #2219 of The Joe Rogan Experience.

Rejuvenated Khamzat Chimaev Sees No Challenge in Israel Adesanya Before UFC 308

Khamzat Chimaev doesn't think Dricus Du Plessis is a better fighter than Israel Adesanya, despite winning against him.

Khamzat Chimaev Drops His Tough Act to Expose Alex Pereira and Sean Strickland’s Potential Matchup After UFC 308

Khamzat Chimaev thinks LHW champion Alex Pereira is a challenging fighter while Sean Strickland is a much easier matchup for him.

After $1.4B Loss, Joe Rogan Admits to Consequences of Bud Light Boycott After Kid Rock Stunt

Joe Rogan found it hilarious that Kid Rock's boycott of Bud Light caused the beer brand to lose more than $1.4 billion in sales.

Khamzat Chimaev Confesses His Only Regret After “Weird Things” During Depressive Episode

UFC star Khamzat Chimaev admits to doing weird things as a result of depression due to constantly falling ill and being away from the sport.

Bad News for Magomed Ankalaev Before UFC 308 as Aleksandar Rakić Plots Alex Pereira Heist

Magomed Ankalaev might have his title aspirations against Alex Pereira derailed at the hands of Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 308.

Israel Adesanya Turns Down Millions of Dollars in Possible Boxing Debut in Disclosure to Joe Rogan

Israel Adesanya won't compete in professional boxing even for making a fortune, because of the sport's limited ruleset.

Israel Adesanya Echoes Dustin Poirier’s Odd UFC Demand in Confession to Joe Rogan

Former 185 lbs champ Israel Adesanya wants the tournament format back in the UFC where fighters compete more than once in a single night.

“Give Him a Permanent Ban” ”“ MMA World Erupts as Boxer Defies Rules to Land Scary KO

A boxer getting knocked out by a clean head kick causes an uproar in the MMA community, prompting a myriad of mixed reactions.

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