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“Back to the Nonsense”: Distracted By His Addiction, Adrien Broner Slammed by Fans For Forgetting His Vow to Become World Champion Again

Published 04/04/2024, 3:55 PM EDT

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Adrien Broner, a name synonymous with boxing brilliance, has also been entangled with online vitriol. His past choices fueled the negativity, but a recent victory against Bill Hutchinson served as a powerful counterpunch. This win silenced many who had counted him out, especially after his public battle with alcoholism. Earlier this year, Broner’s struggles were laid bare in a now-deleted interview.

His inebriated state was a stark contrast to the champion fans knew. It was a low point, a moment that forced a reckoning. But Broner isn’t known for going down without a fight. He took to social media, sharing his journey towards recovery. Even his gambling habits have put his credibility in question many times. However, he’s yet again indulged in the same act.

Adrien Broner posted a video of a little friendly gambling

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In the video, two of his other friends, Tap Williams and Erickson Lubin, accompanied Adrien Broner. The three of them were gambling over the popular game of dice, ‘Cee-Lo’, over $100 dollars cash. Now it wasn’t certain who won among Williams and Lubin. Broner was only commentating over their dice rolls.

Broner didn’t participate in gambling, but he was definitely supporting it. This was a bit absurd, since he refrained his fans from engaging in gambling in the past. Broner has a history of hefty wagers, publicly sharing his thousand-dollar Super Bowl bets and even teasing a bet on the upcoming Davis-Garcia fight. These posts painted a picture of a man comfortable with high-stakes gambling. However, a recent Instagram message seems to contradict this narrative.

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Broner downplays his gambling expertise, claiming, “I’m not a professional gambler I’m a professional boxer I just got lucky on some games.” He advises his followers to “roll with the punches” if they choose to bet based on his picks, implying there’s no guaranteed win. And the fans were quick to point out his hypocrisy.

Fans divided on gambling post

Adrien Broner’s latest Instagram post has sparked a flurry of reactions, once again putting his gambling habits in the spotlight. This isn’t the first time Broner’s gambling activity has caught fans’ attention, and the comments section reflects this.

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The very first comment portrays the disappointment of the fans, as it read, “Back to the non sense.” This presents how the fans didn’t expect this from Adrien Broner.

One user laments Broner’s choices, stating, “All the potential to be the best ever to this. I guess some can’t do the hard work to stay at the top.” This comment hints at a sense of disappointment, believing Broner’s focus has shifted away from boxing. However, there are words of encouragement, too. A supporter shouts, “AB get that win champ,” cheering Broner on in his game.

Some fans seem bewildered by the post, with comments like “bro what are you doing” reflecting their confusion. Another user urges focus, commenting, “Stay focused lol.” This playful nudge suggests a hope that Broner prioritizes his boxing career despite the gambling side hustle.

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Adrien Broner’s social media activity continues to be a source of debate. While some see his gambling as a harmless pastime, others worry it’s a distraction from his true potential. What do you think? Tell us in the comments section.

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Chirag Radhyan

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Chirag Radhyan is a senior boxing writer at EssentiallySports. Having authored close to 2K articles, he is a live-coverage specialist, contributing to the detailed reportage of live boxing events ranging from the Jermell Charlo vs Canelo Alvarez bout to Ryan Garcia vs Gervonta Davis. Moreover, his coverage of the off-court drama between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury received widespread appreciation from readers.
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Garima Yadav