Former Lightweight Champion Ready to Fight Adrien Broner: ‘I’ll Never Shy Away From a Challenge’
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George Kambosos Jr is among the best lightweight boxers ever to grace the ring. He is known for his fierce fighting style inside the ring. The Australian was the lightweight champion of the world from 2021 to 2022. He last fought in 2022, losing his bout against Devin Haney, and inevitably was stripped of his titles in his homeland. On the other hand, Haney became the first lightweight undisputed champion of the world. Kambosos Jr hasn’t let defeat define him, and he is training for a comeback fight soon.
In a recent interview, Kambosos Jr discussed the possibility of a potential matchup between him and Adrien Broner. The Australian further went on to share his thoughts on the American boxer.
A matchup that cannot be missed
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In an interview with FightHype.com, Kambosos Jr was asked about a tweet that indicated a potential matchup between him and Broner. He responded, “I got a lot of respect for Adrien Broner; we follow each other on social media.”
The Australian also said Broner is a guy he has looked at since he was young.
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The 29-year-old lightweight further went on to discuss how electric Broner was when he was competing in the lightweight weight division.
He said, “when he was at lightweight, he was electric and unbelievable talent.”
Kambosos Jr seemed interested in having a matchup with the former 4 division world champion.
‘Ferocious The Emperor’ added, “You see, he’s got the hunger and, for me am open to any challenge. I’m always open to fighting anybody at 140, even a little above that. I am looking forward to his return when he returns, and I have my business to handle. “
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This matchup will make the boxing world go berserk if it ever comes to fruition. Both the boxers are to make a comeback in the ring and will be challenging opponents for each other. The former lightweight champ ended the conversation by saying, “ He’ll be up for it, and I’ll never shy away from any challenge.”
What’s next for Adrien Broner?
Adrien Broner’s challenger seems to never meet in the ring. ‘The Problem’ was scheduled to fight Michael Williams Jr in February, but Williams Jr had to pull out from the fight due to a jaw injury. Also, Broner recently cut ties with his promotions BLK prime and has become a free agent.
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Who Broner will be fighting next seems uncertain, as he is yet to make an announcement. But seeing him return in the ring after almost a year will be exciting. Who do you think will Kambosos Jr lock horns with Broner in the ring? Let us know in the comments.
Edited by:
Arijit Saha