A dispute over $300,000 is playing out publicly between rapper Blueface and streamer Adin Ross, stemming from a boxing match against Chibu that took place earlier this year. The conflict centers on allegations that Blueface breached a promotional contract with Brand Risk Promotions, and accusations of unpaid earnings from the fight itself. The disagreement has escalated into a public back-and-forth on social media, with both figures leveling accusations against each other.
At the heart of the issue, according to Ross, is Blueface’s alleged failure to adhere to the terms of his fight contract. Ross claims Blueface violated the agreement by refusing to display a sponsor logo during the bout and by disclosing his fight earnings. He alleges these actions triggered a $100,000 fine, as outlined in the contract. Ross further stated that Blueface refused to issue an apology for previously accusing him of rigging the fight, a retraction Ross says he requested for 72 hours.
“All he had to do was say something like, ‘it wasn’t rigged, Florida state athletic commission doesn’t rig their fights,’” Ross explained in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. He continued, “I gave him 72 hours to fix this he didn’t. You’re the first fighter in Brandrisk history [I’ve] ever struggled paying.”
Blueface, however, vehemently denies Ross’s claims. He asserts that he never revealed the amount he was paid for the fight against Chibu and that he was never obligated to wear a sponsor patch. In a response on X, Blueface stated, “Never said how much I was paid, the excuses are becoming evident,” adding, “[I] was never contracted to wear a patch [and] even if I was fined 100k that’s not even half of what’s owed talking about retract my statement [why] would I do that if I was never compensated further proving my point this was bad business.”
“Looking for a way not to pay is not a good look. Ima get mines regardless,” Blueface added in a subsequent post. The dispute over the $300,000 figure suggests Blueface believes he is owed significantly more than the alleged $100,000 fine Ross is attempting to levy.
The situation took a further turn when Blueface’s manager, Wack 100, entered the fray. Wack 100 denied Ross’s allegations and leveled accusations of his own, claiming Ross had previously made unwanted sexual advances toward him. He accompanied his statement with screenshots of alleged text message exchanges between himself and Ross, as reported by XXL. The authenticity of these screenshots has not been independently verified.
All he had to do was say something like “it wasn’t rigged, Florida state athletic commission doesn’t rig their fights” I gave him 72 hours to fix this he didn’t. You’re the first fighter in Brandrisk history I’ve ever struggled paying.
— Adin Ross (@adinross) May 11, 2024
The boxing match itself, which pitted Blueface against streamer Chibu, garnered significant attention online. The event was promoted by Brand Risk Promotions, a company that specializes in celebrity boxing matches. The company’s website details their services, including fighter contracts and sponsorship opportunities.
The core of the disagreement appears to hinge on the interpretation of the contract between Blueface and Brand Risk Promotions. While Ross asserts that Blueface violated specific terms, Blueface maintains that he fulfilled his obligations and is, in fact, owed money. The lack of transparency surrounding the full contract details makes it difficult to independently assess the validity of either claim.
This isn’t the first time disputes have arisen from celebrity boxing matches organized by Brand Risk Promotions. The relatively modern and rapidly growing industry of influencer boxing has been plagued by issues of contract disputes, payment delays, and allegations of unfair practices. The high-profile nature of these events often amplifies these conflicts, playing out publicly on social media.
As of now, there’s no indication of legal action being taken, though it remains a possibility. Representatives for both Blueface and Adin Ross have not responded to requests for further comment. The next step in resolving this dispute will likely involve further negotiations between the parties, or potentially, a formal legal challenge to enforce the terms of the contract. The Florida State Athletic Commission, which oversaw the fight, has not yet issued a statement regarding the allegations of rigging.
The situation is ongoing, and updates will likely emerge as the parties involved continue to address the issue publicly. Readers seeking more information on Brand Risk Promotions can visit their website at brandriskpromotions.com. For those interested in following the developments on social media, both Blueface and Adin Ross are active on X (formerly Twitter).
If you are experiencing conflict or dispute resolution challenges, resources are available. The American Arbitration Association offers information on mediation and arbitration services at adr.org.
