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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JANUARY 19: Adrien Broner walks to his corner during the WBA welterweight championship against Manny Pacquiao at MGM Grand Garden Arena on January 19, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JANUARY 19: Adrien Broner walks to his corner during the WBA welterweight championship against Manny Pacquiao at MGM Grand Garden Arena on January 19, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
At one point in time, four-division world champion, Adrien Broner was considered one of the best prospects in boxing. However, a myriad of personal issues and mental health struggles sorely began affecting his performances. This, in turn, also made him take a much-needed break from the sport that made him a household name. Broner, whose last performance was in 2021, was scheduled for a February 25 comeback fight against Michael Williams Jr. However, it looks like his opponent has pulled out of the fight.
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Broner was initially scheduled to fight Ivan Redkach who pulled out due to contract disagreements. He was then pitted against Hank Lundy, who quickly followed suit stating medical issues. It was recently reported that Williams Jr. had suffered a broken jaw during a training session. BLK Prime also announced that the fight will be rescheduled with a new opponent.
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JANUARY 18: Adrien Broner poses on the scale during his official weigh-in at MGM Grand Garden Arena on January 18, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Broner will challenge WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao for his title on January 19 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Broner, on the other hand, was undoubtedly looking forward to these fights. And had also passionately opened up about refocusing on his career. As per BadLeftHook, “I worked my a*s off and I see what the bottom really looked like for the first time. I looked in the mirror and I told myself I am not that person.” But, with this unfortunate turn of events, it looks like he will have to wait longer to reclaim his glory.
Fans open up about Adrien Broner vs Michael Williams Jr.
While it has been a considerable amount of time since Broner stepped inside the ring. He still holds a special place in the hearts of boxing fans. And a lot of fans took to social media to voice their concerns.
everybody scared of the boy 🦍 https://t.co/8yhauXU2rB
— jo$hua (@allHAILbogey) February 18, 2023
Them boys scared of the can man 😂 https://t.co/kgWCkbufy4
— 🥷🏾 (@canon_smith) February 18, 2023
Some fans felt that the opponents were scared of fighting Broner.
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Right move. No hate for Broner so hopefully they can straighten this crap out and get him a credible opponent.
— Buffalo Sparty (@Sparty_VZ) February 18, 2023
I genuinely feel bad for this dudes career. Hopefully he gets another good win before retiring
— D. (@gwkonyoutube) February 17, 2023
The good thing is he is in shape , cant hate on the dude , he isnt pulling out .
— JC (@2021_Chacon) February 18, 2023
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Meanwhile, many fans stood in solidarity with Broner. And also mentioned that they feel bad for his career.
broner doesn't sell ppv or any fights his time is done
— Dalton (@Tatted2011) February 17, 2023
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However, a fan felt that Broner’s time as a crowd-puller was done. What are your thoughts on Broner’s fight getting postponed? Let us know in the comments below.
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