Jan 10 2024
After Ryan Garcia Debacle, Eddie Hearn Reveals Devin Haney's Next Moves
In the aftermath of the Ryan Garcia saga, Eddie Hearn maps out the future for Devin Haney's next bout. Garcia's pivot to 'Rollie' Romero has left fans speculating, but the focus now shifts to 'The Dream.'
In a recent interview with Matchroom Boxing's channel, Eddie Hearn hinted at a spectrum of options for the newly crowned WBC light welterweight champion. Last year, Haney showcased his prowess, defending his undisputed title against Vasyl Lomachenko and conquering a new division against Regis Prograis.
Hearn proposed a potential face-off against the number one-ranked challenger, Sandor Martin, as a mandatory bout. However, he hinted that title defense might not be the immediate priority for Haney. Adding an element of suspense, Hearn revealed a high likelihood of 'The Dream' making a leap to the next weight class.
"Yeah, that is a mandatory; that’s due. I mean, it’s not the flavor of the month that fight, and with no disrespect to Sandor, but, um, you know, at some point he might have to deal that maybe there’s a move to 147; we’ll have to see," said Hearn when questioned about a potential bout with Martin.
Sandor Martin, recognized for his resilience, posed a significant challenge to Teofimo Lopez in a previous bout. With a split decision victory against the southpaw from Barcelona, Martin showcased his mettle. However, a shift to the 147-pound division for Haney brings formidable contenders like Terence Crawford, Jaron Ennis, Errol Spence Jr., and Josh Taylor into the picture.
While a clash with Sandor Martin looms on the horizon, questions from the boxing community suggest alternative paths, such as facing Teofimo Lopez and Subriel Matias for title unification. The chessboard of boxing remains unpredictable, echoing the timeless adage - the show must go on.
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