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Adrien Broner Wants to Be a Professional Mourner “Crying and Jumping in the Grave” for $1,000 if He Ever Goes Broke

Published 07/23/2023, 10:40 AM EDT

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The journey of Adrien Broner in boxing has been nothing short of remarkable. As a former four-division world champion, he climbed the ranks and defeated some of the sport’s best fighters to claim titles in various weight classes. However, his career has also been marred by controversy, inconsistency, and personal struggles. Despite this, with determination and a recent resurgence in the boxing ring, Broner is now eyeing a potential path outside of boxing, revealing an unexpected career backup.

The former champion faced off against Bill Hutchinson at the Casino Miami in South Florida. The 140-pound bout showcased Broner’s skills and experience as he dominated the match from the start, earning a unanimous victory. In addition, the win rekindled his aspirations for championship glory, and Broner announced his intention to unify the belts in the 140-pound division. However, while Broner’s return to the boxing ring grabbed headlines, it was an Instagram post that caught the attention of many.

Adrien Broner’s unconventional career backup

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In a surprising and unconventional move, the boxer revealed an alternative career path he would consider pursuing if ever faced with financial hardships. In a humorous but peculiar post, Broner shared a flyer advertising services as a “professional mourner.” Moreover, he revealed that he would like to pursue this profession if he lost all his wealth. “If I ever go broker, this is me,” he wrote.

 

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The flyer offered different crying packages, each with its own price point, ranging from normal crying to dramatic acts such as rolling on the ground or even threatening to jump into the grave. The most expensive one was ‘crying and jumping in the grave’ which cost a whopping $1000. As he reveals an unexpected career backup as a “professional mourner,” Broner’s unique sense of humor adds an interesting twist to his story. It also reminds fans that, despite adversity, he is still a fighter with plenty of surprises up his sleeve. Despite this, the former champion recently gave a brutally honest revelation about his struggles following his recent victory.

Adrien Broner opens up about his battles beyond the boxing ring

Adrien Broner shocked his followers with a deeply introspective Instagram story. In an unexpected confession, the former four-division world champion admitted to neglecting his usual training regime. He also expressed regret for his lack of discipline. Seeking redemption, Broner would subject himself to a punishing workout in sweltering conditions. He revealed that he wore a sauna suit as he pushed himself to the limit. He also expressed guilt for punishing his body.

“Hey man I just want to apologize to my body man. I have been bullsh*tting, I have been taking off running for a couple of days. So today I tried to punish myself and put on a sauna suit top and bottom and run outside. It’s 90 degrees out here.” he wrote.

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Looking ahead, this introspective moment may become a catalyst for positive change in Broner’s career. Acknowledging his mistakes could lead to renewed dedication and a commitment to excellence in training. As he continues his journey, fans and followers will hope to witness a reinvigorated Broner, driven to unleash his full potential and achieve new heights both inside and outside the boxing ring.

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Sahil Sood is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports, who specializes in covering live events and core sports. Sahil holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and has authored over 1300 articles at EssentiallySports. His coverage of Sylvester Stallone's training with Earnie Shavers was widely praised for its depth and insight.
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