Many mixed martial arts fans are also video game fans and those fans have been waiting with baited breath for the upcoming UFC 2009 video game.

Well, SpikeTV’s GameTrailers TV (GTTV) will have the first gameplay footage trailer of the anticipated THQ video game this Friday night. The show, which will air at 1am, is hosted by Geoff Keighley and will also feature an appearance by Dana White who will announce two “key” fighters in the game.

“It’s always an honor when GTTV has the opportunity to debut the first look at a brand new game, and unveiling THQ’s UFC 2009 trailer is no exception,” said Geoff Keighley, host of GTTV. “This game trailer takes fans into the Octagonâ„¢ with some of the best UFC fighters in the world and will leave their ears ringing with excitement.”

UFC 2009 is the first videogame to be released as a part of THQ’s agreement with the world’s leading mixed martial arts organization, which continues to experience sold-out crowds at live events, grow its worldwide pay-per-view audience and reach its key demographic through the Spike TV reality television series “The Ultimate Fighter®,” now in its seventh season. The videogame is expected to feature a number of UFC fighters and champions, as well as all other UFC event content, including the famed Octagon. UFC 2009 is tentatively scheduled for release in spring 2009.

So, set your DVR’s MMA fans and get ready for a quick peak at the upcoming UFC video game.