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“Khabib Is Outrageous”- Islam Makhachev Outclassing Khamzat Chimaev and Khabib Nurmagomedov in EA SPorts UFC 5 Has Fans Up in Arms

Published 10/18/2023, 5:43 AM EDT

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EA’s UFC 5 is set to debut later this month, and enthusiasts eagerly anticipate what the game has in store, especially after a thorough three-year development process. The initial trailer release from the developers wasn’t met with an entirely warm reception from the gaming community, largely due to the game mechanics falling short of expectations.

EA’s attempts to introduce a fresh installment have left fans feeling let down. Enthusiasts have expressed their disappointment with the trailer, and leaks have only added to their misery. Recently, EA released updates regarding the fighters and rankings, and it didn’t bode well for the game’s development.

Fans’ fiery response to Islam Makhachev toppling Khabib Nurmagomedov in UFC ratings

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It’s been three years since the release of UFC 4 and the anticipation for the next installments is at its all-time high. UFC 4 gathered immense praise and love from the UFC community due to its groundbreaking features and thrilling gameplay modes. Consequently, it is no surprise that fans were eagerly looking forward to the next installment in the franchise, expecting an even more remarkable gaming experience.

In a recent move by the EA franchise, they’ve been sharing details about fighter character models, ratings, and statistics, which has generated significant interest among fans. Their latest update, posted on Instagram, has caused quite a stir. Fans couldn’t help but notice a remarkable development: Islam Makhachev has surpassed his mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov in terms of the ratings for takedowns. He surpassed Khamzat Chimaev as well.

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The revelation by the gaming developers seems to have irked the fans. Fans have flooded the Instagram post to express their varied opinion. Some of the comments of the fans are as follows:-

 

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98 takedown for khabib is outrageous

So islam have better takedowns than khabib?

khabib need 100 takedown he’s levels above everyone

giving Bo Nickle the same score as Khabib is disrespectful

Islam is better than Khabib

This game is doomed whoever rated this fighters should leave the company ASAP

They are just simply disrespecting the retired fighters in almost every division. Truly sad and disappointing.

The fans’ responses make it quite clear that they are far from pleased with EA’s recent rankings and statistics. Many fans are adamant that the developers seem to be trivializing retired legends and that Khabib Nurmagomedov should hold a higher rank with significantly boosted stats. Nevertheless, despite their passionate efforts, the game appears to have been already finalized, leaving little room for potential alterations.

New features in the Upcoming UFC 5

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The new installment of the UFC game is set to make its debut this month and it’s expected to gather tons of new features that were not there in UFC 4. One notable enhancement is the groundbreaking Real Impact System, which introduces an impressive variety of over 64,000 potential combinations for facial damage.

UFC 5 marks a new era of combat gaming where doctors will be checking the players and there will be possible stoppages due to it. The sticking and reactions department has also undergone significant upgrades, promising better dynamics and better experience. Additionally, a revolutionary Seamless Submission system has transformed the dynamics of grappling within the octagon.

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With the new game making inroads this month, what are your expectations from the game? Do you think Islam Makhachev should rank higher than Khabib Nurmagomedov? Do tell us in the comment below

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Suryakant Das is a UFC Writer at EssentiallySports. Combining his wealth of experience as a news writer and content lead with his passion for all things MMA, Suryakant brings a unique blend of reliable reporting and stylistic storytelling to his readers. His favorite fighter is Charles Oliveira, and he draws inspiration from the Brazilian MMA star’s underdog to world champion story for his own aspirations in life.
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