Katsuhiro Harada takes over Bandai Namco's 'Fighting Game eSports Strategy Team,' promises Dragon Ball FighterZ tournaments and more

Looks like we might have some answers as to why Dragon Ball FighterZ was yanked from tournament play. It seems there has been some internal reshuffling going on at Bandai Namco, and their 'Fighting Game eSpots Strategy Team' now has a new leader. Tekken's Katsuhiro Harada has taken over the lead, and he'll be working to put together more tournaments for Dragon Ball FighterZ, Tekken, and SoulCalibur. Check out his full statement on the matter below.

To everyone in the "DRAGON BALL FighterZ", "TEKKEN", and "SoulCalibur" community.

I wanted to notify everyone that I have become the leader and supervisor of the BANDAI NAMCO Fighting Game eSports Strategy team today (Of course, I'll continue producing the game as well). And first I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who held and/or participated in various tournaments this year.

We at BANDAI NAMCO are committed to expand the horizons of both tournament and community scenes of these 3 franchises.
We are already planning to have as many official tournaments as possible for next year—while continue supporting tournaments held by the community.

Furthermore, we are dedicated to figure out ways where we can assist tournaments and community activities in the future.

If you have any questions or inquiries about holding or participating in a tournament in your area, please contact the local BANDAI NAMCO office in your respective region.
(※The conditions and languages might differ between areas, so contacting your local BANDAI NAMCO offices is highly recommended.)

We will continue to bring you the ultimate experience through BANDAI NAMCO Fighting Games next year.