Big Bird and AngryBird join the "REJECT" STREET FIGHTER division!

REJECT, Inc. is pleased to announce that professional gamers Big Bird and AngryBird (The Birds) will be joining the STREET FIGHTER division of the professional e-sports team " REJECT ".

The Bird brothers join the "REJECT" STREET FIGHTER division!

The Bird Brothers, Big Bird(@Bigbird_fgc ) and AngryBird ( @FGC_Angrybird ), will join the professional e-sports team " REJECT " in the STREET FIGHTER division. Both players are from the United Arab Emirates. Both players hail from the United Arab Emirates and are active at the world's top level.

Meet Big Bird

Big Bird has been on the competitive scene since around 2012 and became known to many fans after his 5th place finish at Red Bull Kumite 2016. Since then, he has continued to build on his achievements, consistently achieving top results in numerous international competitions, finishing as EVO runner-up in 2024, participating in the Esports World Cup, and winning the SFL EU with AngryBird.

He has many matches against Japanese players such as REJECT's Tokido, and has many fans in Japan.

Meet AngryBird

Like Big Bird, AngryBird has been a top-ranked player in international tournaments since the late 2010s. He and Big Bird's EVO win in 2023 was made into a documentary film, and they have attracted attention from around the world.

He has placed 2nd at EVO Japan 2024, advanced to the second round of the Esports World Cup, and led his team to victory at SFL EU with an amazing 10 wins and no losses.

Message from the player and REJECT AD

Big Bird player

"Joining REJECT feels special to me, not only because it's a powerhouse organization in Japan, but also because I'm excited to I'm looking forward to representing REJECT in the Capcom Cup and I'll be there! Big shoutout to MJ and Sultan (REJECT AD) for putting Big shoutout to MJ and Sultan (REJECT AD) for putting their trust in us and we won't let them along with REJECT and the fans down!" "Being a part of REJECT has a special meaning for me. I believe that REJECT will not only be a strong Japanese team and a bridge between the UAE and Japan, but also an iconic global team that will bring new energy to the world of eSports. First of all, we are looking forward to representing REJECT at the Capcom Cup. We will do our best to perform at our best on the big stage and delight all our fans. A big thank you to MJ and Sultan (REJECT AD) for their trust in me. I will do my best not to disappoint them, REJECT, and the fans! "

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AngryBird player

"It has been a dream for me to be sponsored by a Japanese organization let alone the amazing "Team REJECT" because Japan is known to be the biggest and best region for street fighter and in Esports in General also a big shoutouts for MJ and Sultan san (REJECT AD) for their amazing support! I can't wait to play under team REJECT especially in Japan for the first Capcom Cup being there, much love to all the fans! "It is a dream come true for me to join a Japanese organization, especially REJECT, which has achieved great results in fighting games. Japan is known as the biggest and best region for Street Fighter and eSports in general. I would also like to send a big thank you to MJ and Sultan (REJECT AD) for their great support! I can't wait to play as part of Team REJECT, especially in my first Capcom Cup in Japan. I would like to express my utmost appreciation and love to all of our fans. We will do our best to deliver the best performance we can."

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Mr. MJ (REJECT AD)

Today is a proud moment-not just for REJECT, but for all of us who have been part of this journey. From Japan to the world, REJECT is making its mark, and I couldn't be prouder that Abu Dhabi is the first key base. For me, this isn't just about business-it's personal. 've known The Birds-~AngryBird and Big Bird-since they were kids. Watching them grow into two of the greatest esports players in the world But they're more than just champions. They are Abu Dhabi's greatest export to the esports world They are Abu Dhabi's greatest export to the esports world -true professionals who carry our region's pride with them every time they step onto the global stage. They inspire the next Today, they play with a global team which pushes the message of "REJECT YOUR LIMITS! Today, they play with a global team which pushes the message of "REJECT YOUR LIMITS! What started as a passion for gaming has grown into something much bigger: a global eSports movement. From Japan to the world, REJECT has certainly left its mark, and I cannot help but be proud that Abu Dhabi has become the first important base for this expansion. For me, this is not just a business - it is my life. I have known The Birds - ~AngryBird and Big Bird - since I was a child. They used to come over to my family's house and play games with my brother. They were completely immersed in the world they loved. Watching them grow into two of the best eSports players in the world has been an incredible experience. But they are more than just champions. They are the best talent Abu Dhabi has produced in the world of eSports. They are true professionals who carry the pride of our region with them every time they step onto the global stage. They inspire the next generation and prove that with dedication and passion, nothing is out of reach. Today, they have made a commitment to be part of our global team with the message "REJECT YOUR LIMITS!"

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