By Felix Jesus Mendoza
The WBO welterweight world champion, Devin Haneystammer the course of his sporting career. The American fighter focuses his attention on a new opponent for his next title defense, leaving aside previous negotiations.
The American fighter He obtained his staunch belt after beating Brian Norman Jr. during the month of November 2025.
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This victory marked his sporting transition from the super lightweight division to the 147-pound limit.
have passed seven months without the boxer making an official defense of his championship.
WBO welterweight champion Devin Haney welcomes a fight with the newly ranked #1 contender Keyshawn Davis?
Who would you want on this 147lb matchup? pic.twitter.com/k9FG6tTu8B
— Ring Journal (@ringmagazine) June 3, 2026
During this period, reports emerged about a possible revenge against Ryan Garcia or a unification duel against Rolando Romero.
Exchange on digital platforms
The landscape of the division changed when Keyshawn Davisthe WBO’s number one ranked staunch, used his social networks. The undefeated contender demanded a direct shot at the world title held by his compatriot.
The response came immediately through the X platform. “Let’s do it, Keyshawn!”public Devin Haney on his official account, publicly accepting the challenge to carry out this sporting confrontation in the short term.
Adjustments in the boxing market
Previous talks for a fight against Rolando Romero lost viability in recent weeks. Reports indicate that the cancellation of the event was due to contractual differences linked to the guaranteed bag for Devin Haney.
The cessation of these negotiations alters the scenario for the rest of the athletes in the category. Before the departure of Devin Haney of those plansthe British Jack Catterall is emerging as the best option to compete for the crown that Romero has in the AMB.
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