EA MMA Game signs Fedor Emelianenko
by Steve on 30/07/09 at 10:59 am
Electronic Arts has announced that mixed-martial arts fighters Fedor Emelianenko, Renato “Babalu” Sobral, and Gegard Mousasi will be headlining the roster for the upcoming EA Sports MMA. Of the three fighters, Fedor is — by far — the most popular. Fedor is considered the best MMA fighter in the world, Fedor dominated the competition in the Pride, Dream, and Affliction organizations. Though he has one loss on his record, it was due to a technicality and he wasn’t actually defeated. Getting a fighter of this stature, presumably as the cover athlete, is a huge deal for EA Sports MMA. In today’s press release, Fedor said:
“I have fought all over the world and I am excited to be in EA Sports MMA because this game is going to show the global appeal of mixed martial arts. I know MMA fans have been wanting to play as me and pitting me against any opponent. Now they will have their opportunity.”
The signing also has significant ramifications in the MMA world. UFC president Dana White has spoken harshly about EA Sports MMA and has made it known that athletes in his organization should not appear in the game if they want to continue to make money with his company. White also covets Fedor and desperately wants him in UFC. It will be extremely interesting to see if White will make an exception and pursue Fedor, despite his involvement in EA Sports MMA. Although White is a very stubborn man, he also knows that he can make a ton of money with Fedor (imagine Fedor vs. Brock Lesnar!!!).
I am truly shocked that Fedor and the rest signed on for this game given all the flak Dana White is giving the game company and the threats of banning those who sign on with EA from ever being in the UFC. And with the close of Affliction where is Fedor to go? I definitely do not see Dana sticking to his guns when it comes to a possible signing of Fedor to the UFC even if he appears on the EA MMA game. Fedor is the number one pound for pound fighter in the world – virtually undefeated minus a technicality with his one and only MMA loss. I am eagerly awaiting a response from UFC President Dana White to see where decides to take this. I have supported Dana’s decision to declare war on EA for their lack of support from before – but I like the rest of you want to see Fedor in the UFC and in the next game if not in the current game as DLC.
-Steve
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