Adrien Broner could return to the boxing ring alongside streamer DeenTheGreat in early 2027, but Deen says the former world champion needs to enter rehab and address his drinking before their plans move forward.
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During an interview with radio host Swaggy Sie, DeenTheGreat revealed that he and Broner have discussed appearing on the same fight card during the first quarter of next year. However, he expressed serious concerns about Broner’s alcohol use and whether the boxer is ready to make the changes necessary for a comeback.“Next year though, Q1 me and AB same card we’re supposed to fight on the same card top of next year,” Deen explained.
He continued by expressing hope that Broner would get himself together while emphasizing the importance of seeking professional help.
“But he gotta want to go to rehab for the liquor, you know.”
When Swaggy Sie asked whether the two had engaged in any in-depth conversations about the situation, Deen offered a brief response.
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“He’s always drunk.”
His comments come just days after Broner experienced another frightening episode that unfolded in front of viewers during a livestream.
On November 7, Broner was attending rapper Skilla Baby’s concert in downtown Los Angeles when he appeared unresponsive during Blueface’s livestream. Footage showed the 37-year-old former boxing champion slumped over on a couch as people around him became concerned about his condition.
Emergency medical personnel responded and, with assistance from others, helped carry Broner down a staircase. He appeared to regain some responsiveness during the ordeal but still required assistance before being placed in a wheelchair and escorted outside.
The footage quickly raised concerns about Broner’s health, particularly given his previously reported struggles with alcohol.
According to TMZ, the Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed that crews responded to a medical call that evening. However, department records showed that Broner was not transported by ambulance. A source familiar with the situation told the outlet that excessive drinking contributed to the incident and that Broner was doing better afterward.
The episode followed another reported medical emergency in August, when Broner was removed from a livestream on a stretcher and hospitalized.
At the time, DeenTheGreat said Broner had been diagnosed with pancreatitis, a potentially serious inflammation of the pancreas that can be associated with heavy alcohol consumption. That diagnosis was reported by Deen rather than independently confirmed through a medical statement.
Following that hospitalization, Broner was reportedly seen drinking again during subsequent livestream appearances, prompting further concern from people close to him.
Deen has repeatedly spoken publicly about Broner’s drinking, making his latest remarks to Swaggy Sie another indication of how concerned he has become about his friend’s well-being.
For Broner, the proposed boxing appearance would mark another attempt to revive a career that once made him one of the sport’s most recognizable personalities.
The Cincinnati native captured world championships in four weight divisions and became known for his outspoken personality and entertaining performances inside the ring.
However, Adrien Broner has not competed professionally since June 2024, when he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Blair Cobbs in Hollywood, Florida.
Although Broner has discussed returning to boxing, there has been no official announcement confirming the proposed 2027 event, an opponent, or a finalized agreement for him and DeenTheGreat to appear on the same card.
Deen’s comments also do not establish that rehabilitation is a formal requirement imposed by a promoter or boxing commission. Instead, they reflect his personal concerns about Broner’s ability to move forward while continuing to struggle with alcohol.
