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Nov 29, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Le’Veon Bell (26) runs the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports | Reuters
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Nov 29, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Le’Veon Bell (26) runs the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports | Reuters
Who knew there’s more to the NFL than just football? Star running backs from the Seahawks and Buccaneers are going to lock horns in an exhibition boxing match- set to take place on 30th July. The match would take place at the crypto.com arena in Los Angeles, California. Le’Veon Bell revealed the details of the boxing match on his Twitter through a post.
Boxing has long been a passion for Bell. He had used boxing as an active cardio workout during his time with the Steelers. His zeal for boxing increased when he took some time off from football in 2018.
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Referring to his fascination for boxing, Bell said, “I want my body to be in great shape so as the season comes closer you’ll start seeing that form to take shape. Boxing is just to help with my cardio and my stamina. It’s a little different than football, and I try to stay off my joints in the offseason as much as possible. Still get cardio.”
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Jan 2, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Le’Veon Bell (6) carries the ball as New York Jets linebacker Hamilcar Rashed Jr. (55) pursues during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports | Reuters
Both have the same height and similar weight category for the matchup. Therefore, it will be an exciting watch for the fans. However, fans were shocked upon hearing the news of this boxing match and reacted in absurd ways.
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Twitter fans never hold back from commenting on peculiar events involving their favorite stars, and this is no different.
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Multiple fans reacted to the announcement by Bell, which read, “& it’s official nothing else needs to be said, let’s gooo.”
& it’s official 🍿👀 nothing else needs to be said, let’s gooo pic.twitter.com/lBGwwI7nyg
— Le'Veon Bell (@LeVeonBell) July 1, 2022
A fan mocked the event by saying:
You guys that desperate for cash?
— Ron Clements (@Ron_Clements) July 2, 2022
However, a fan had some hope from the fight between the two RBs.
I hope we can bet on this. Only real ones know LeVeon has been boxing for a minute 🤫
— RallyBets (@RallyBets) July 2, 2022
Another fan mocked this unexpected boxing fight.
What’s the point of this ?? Why would someone want to watch this
— Prospect realty group (@GroupProspect) July 1, 2022
A few fans believe both are fighting to make some extra cash.
Both need the money. Why else would they be doing it ? With all the hits they have accumulated on their bodies at this point ?
— The man of the hour (@smartiota) July 1, 2022
Although it is unclear if Peterson is also undergoing some boxing training, Bell has surely been practicing his moves for quite some time. Referring to his drills, he said, “Instead of cutting and doing a lot of drills, I’ve been doing a lot of boxing training.”
What do you make of this boxing match?
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