Published 13:54 IST, June 22nd 2020

Dana White reveals 'Gypsy King' Tyson Fury could be included in EA UFC 4

UFC president Dana White surprised combat sports fans this week by stating that Tyson Fury "might be" a part of EA's upcoming offering, UFC 4.

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EA UFC 4 is reportedly set to release later this year, and UFC president Dana White already appears to have indulged in its promotion. While speculation surrounding who is likely to feature on cover im of EA UFC 4 has already created a lot of buzz in MMA fanbase, Dana White is seemingly planning to add some more characters in EA UFC 4 apart from superstars from his promotion. According to reports, WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is also going to be a part of EA UFC 4.

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Dana White reveals Tyson Fury is going to be a part of EA UFC 4

During post-fight press conference of UFC on ESPN 11, Dana White was asked to divulge some facts regarding  upcoming EA UFC 4. While re were rumours regarding Tyson Fury’s inception into video game since past few weeks, Dana White validated those rumours and claimed that Tyson Fury “might be” a part of upcoming video game. However, this is t first time UFC has featured a superstar in game who is t a part of promotion. Mike Tyson and Bruce Lee were a part of previous editions and this time, Tyson Fury ‘ Gypsy King’ is expected to make his debut in EA UFC 4.

Before facing Deontay Wilder in an epic rematch on February 22, Tyson Fury teased his MMA debut and stated that he is going to train under Cor McGregor in order to compete in UFC octagon. However, plan failed to materialise and Tyson Fury did t bring it up later. However, UFC fans can still catch a glimpse of Tyson Fury inside octagon, since EA UFC 4 is reportedly planning on bringing ‘ Gypsy King’ to roster.

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EA UFC 4 release date 

EA UFC 4 release date is still up in air, as buzz around game continues to build. UFC fans and various MMA professionals have already voiced ir preferences regarding cover im of EA UFC 4. While many believe that Cor McGregor should be featured in cover im of  game, rising superstars like Israel Adesanya and veterans like Amanda Nunes and Khabib Nurmagomedov have also received support from fans to feature on cover im.

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13:54 IST, June 22nd 2020