Nowhere in the article does it say that Apple MADE EA delay Plants vs. Zombies 2 on Android. There are no claims there of threats or promises of consequences, explicit or implied, if EA didn't delay it.
The article quotes somebody as saying that Apple PAID EA to delay Plants vs. Zombies 2 on Android. I don't follow the Gaming Industry, but my understanding from reading around is that it is not unusual for platform owners to pay (or offer to pay) companies for limited-time exclusives. If the claim is true, and anybody feels aggrieved at this, they should feel aggrieved at EA for accepting the deal, not at Apple for offering it.
Furthermore, an update says that Apple denies the substance of the quote. It would be more helpful to know the exact wording of the denial.