Olympic Sports writer
Krushna Pattnaik is a Olympic Sports writer at EssentiallySports, where he has spent the past three years covering prediction pieces, live event assignments, and beat reports with ease. Now a Senior Writer, he honed his editorial skills through our in-house Journalistic Excellence Program.
Krushna briefly contributed to the ES YouTube team before returning to MMA reporting full-time. With five years of training in Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, and taekwondo, he brings a practitioner’s perspective to his breakdowns of complex fight sequences. His medical background adds further authority to his stories on injury updates, medical suspensions, and anti-doping issues.
His storytelling has earned external recognition, including a nod from Conor McGregor himself. One of his pieces was also featured on Brendan Schaub’s podcast.
Stefon Diggs Drops Major Hint at Patriots Return After Legal Victory
Just a couple months after release from the New England Patriots, Stefon Diggs hints at his return as his legal troubles subside.
Steelers To Pay Aaron Rodgers More Money for Playing Under Mike McCarthy – Report
Aaron Rodgers is slated to receive significantly more money than what was initially depicted if he decides to stay loyal to the Steelers.
Bills Offer Ousted Chiefs Player Fresh Opportunity To Potentially Play With Josh Allen & Co.
Buffalo Bills might get their hands on former Kansas City Chiefs defensive end as the free agent pays the Bills a visit.
Travis Kelce Criticizes Chiefs First-Round Pick’s Playstyle That Could Lead to NFL Punishment
Chiefs tight end, Travis Kelce, sends a subtle warning to the team's rookie tackle as he breaks down his technique at minicamp.
Steelers Owner Art Rooney II’s Family Confirms NFC Rival’s Interest in Signing Aaron Rodgers
A Rooney family member made a revelation about the Arizona Cardinals' interest in bringing Aaron Rodgers to their team.
Dolphins Make Groundbreaking Decision Over Ticket Sales at Hard Rock Stadium Before NFL’s Schedule Release
The Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium make an interesting move regarding their ticket sales before the 2026 season.
“This Is Not an Opinion-Based Sport”: Stefon Diggs Issues Strong Statement on Uncertain NFL Future After Legal Verdict
Stefon Diggs shares his excitement to return to the field right after his legal troubles ended with a clean sheet.
Cowboys Rookie Caleb Downs Gets New Jersey Number Amid Hunt for No.2
Caleb Downs is about to settle for a jersey number different from what he wore at college and the rookie minicamp.
“Pretty Bad”: Patrick Mahomes’ Wife Brittany Seeks Medical Help After Battling Prolonged Health Issue
Brittany Mahomes took to social media to document her experience with an injury that she has been struggling with for a while.
Stephen A.Smith Doesn’t Hold Back Against FOX for Claiming Skip Bayless’ Return to First Take Is a Ratings Grab
Stephen A. Smith fires back at Fox News author for painting Skip Bayless' return to First Take as an attention-grabbing stint.
New Technology To Boost NFL Ratings for 2026 Season Days After Draft Viewership Took Major Hit
As NFL ratings take a hit during the 2026 Draft, Nielsen comes forth with an interesting technological innovation to boost the ratings.
Cowboys Offer Former Eagles Starter New Opportunity After Struggling Under Nick Sirianni
Dallas Cowboys are hosting a former Eagles starting cornerback during the free agency visit to further strengthen their defenses.
