Broner Faces Assault Charges but Will He Fight?
Boxers are supposed to be fighters in the ring, but sometimes that aggression spills outside the ring. Such is the case for junior welterweight world titleholder Adrien Broner. The fighter is expected to defend his belt on April 1 — for the first time, no less. But he may not make the fight. Cincinnati police have activated two felony warrants on Broner for charges including felony assault and aggravated robbery.
According to police reports obtained by various media outlets, Broner is accused of assaulting and robbing a man outside a bowling alley last January. Apparently an argument sprung up after a round of “high stakes” bowling. Yes, seriously. It’s an absurd situation that could have been avoided had Broner’s representation kept better tabs on their moneymaker. It’s tough to defend your title if you’re in jail, and there may not be a better payday than this first defense against Ashley Theophane, a fighter repped by Floyd “Money” Mayweather. When confronted by the media about the incident, Broner simply said: “I’m good.” But, of course, he’s not — at all. Mayweather Promotions is already suggesting Broner hire an attorney for what looks to be a difficult legal battle. A fight that the fighter definitely did not need.