BLK Prime announced former four-division world champion, Adrien Broner (pictured, 34-4-1, 24 KOs) will now battle Michael Williams Jr. (20-1, 13 KOs) in a ten-round welterweight clash at the Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia on February 25th. Williams replaces previous opponent Hank Lundy, who is suspended by the California Athletic Commission. Lundy had replaced original opponent Ivan Redkach, who is in a dispute with his promoter. Tickets for Broner-Williams will go on sale today Friday, January 27th at 12:00 p.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. PT at ticketmaster.com. This event is promoted by Christy Martin Promotions and BLK Prime. Broner vs. Williams Jr. will broadcast worldwide via pay-per-view for $39.99. The telecast will begin at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. A live preshow starts at 7 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. PT.

 

"I'm excited to get back in the ring and show the world that I'm still one of the best fighters in the sport,” said Broner, who has a new outlook on his boxing career. “Williams Jr. is a tough opponent, but I'm ready for the challenge, and I'm going to put on a show for the fans in Atlanta. It’s the AB show on BLK Prime.”

 

"I've been preparing for a moment like this for a long time, and I'm ready to take on Broner,” stated Williams Jr. “I’m going to take full advantage of this opportunity, and show everyone watching on BLK Prime that they didn’t make mistake by choosing me to challenge Broner. I have nothing to lose and I’m going all out on fight night 150%.”

 

"This is a must-see event for any boxing fan," said BLK Prime VP Chester Johnson. "Broner and Williams Jr. are ready to go toe-to-toe in a fight that will be very entertaining for those watching live and on BLK Prime pay-per-view. Everyone tune in on February 25th, we are looking to give fight fans an explosive evening."