Curiously, the web has been abuzz with support for underdog journeyman and former Olympian, Vicente Escobedo heading into the July 21st match up with Adrien Broner. Admittedly, Escobedo carries a decent highlight reel complete with one and two punch knockouts and exciting victories, though none against a caliber fighter such as Broner.
Is the support for Esocbedo genuine? Do fans truly think the 30-year-old has the ability to take down the much quicker, and younger, Broner in “The Problem’s” backyard? Or, are we looking at a situation where the antics of the more talented fighter have so grated on the fans that even the most dedicated of observers are willing to forgo logic for desire? Going back to the films, it certainly feels like the latter.
When: July 21, 2012
Where: U.S. Bank Arena, Cincinnati, Ohio
The Pugs and The Prize
Adrien “The Problem” Broner (23-0, 19 KOs)
ProBoxing-Fans.com’s #2 Ranked Super Featherweight
Height: 5’7”
Nationality: U.S.A.
Age: 22
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