Popular Kick streamer Adin Ross has recently made headlines with a high-profile collaboration featuring Canadian rapper Drake during his latest streaming session. Ross has experienced a resurgence in his career, having been allowed back on Twitch and successfully hosting the Brand Risk 006 MMA event. On April 13, 2025, during the live stream, Drake praised one of the female fighters from Ross’s event, Vazquez Ximena, showcasing the growing intersection of music, sports, and streaming culture.
“My favorite fighter, I have a goated fighter. I’d get her tatted on me if I could. That one girl in the white trunks, man. Ximena. She got out of the ring and was still (imitates shadow boxing). She’s incredible and that fight was…even the other girl that was fighting her, shoutout too her too. That was the best fight of the night.”
For those interested in the match details, Ximena emerged victorious by decision over Trista Cardone during the Brand Risk 006 event that took place on April 11, 2025. Though still building her public profile, she caught the eye of Drake, who subsequently followed her on Instagram (@xvb.flaka). This interaction was noted by the verified Kick page on X (@Kick_Champ) with significant fanfare.
Speculation has also arisen regarding a potential romantic link between Ximena and Adin Ross, though these claims remain unverified. On February 3, 2025, @Kick_Champ posted an Instagram story suggesting the two were on a date, a sentiment that was humorously echoed by Ximena when she shared the post, further igniting curiosity among followers.
Despite a relatively low social media presence, Ximena keeps her followers updated sporadically. From her profile, it is evident that she is a boxing trainer and has had the opportunity to train other influencers, including fellow Kick streamer Sma Frank.
Overview of Adin Ross’s Brand Risk Promotions
Brand Risk Promotions, established by Adin Ross in 2024, is a premise for boxing events tailored specifically for content creators and social media personalities. These events typically take place in a dedicated venue known as the Brand Risk Warehouse, located in Miami, Florida.
Since its inception, the promotion has successfully orchestrated six events, with the latest, Brand Risk 006, marking a significant evolution into MMA, moving away from its boxing-centric roots. This recent event attracted notable figures, including UFC President Dana White and rapper Ice Spice, indicating its growing influence in the entertainment realm.
The promotion has not been without its controversies. In 2024, it faced legal challenges from UK YouTuber KSI and his Misfits Boxing promotion when they attempted to feature boxer Deen TheGreat, who was already under contract with KSI’s company. After this dispute, Ross announced that their planned boxing event would be on hold due to licensing issues in Florida. However, the recent string of successful events suggests these challenges have been addressed, paving the way for future projects.