After Devin Haney’s recent victory against Ryan Garcia, his father Bill Haney is already looking towards his son’s next fight. Bill has his sights set on potential unification clashes against light welterweight champions Teofimo Lopez or Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz. While Bill prefers a fight against Teofimo, the current WBO 140-lb champion, he acknowledges that there are obstacles such as promotional and network issues that need to be overcome. Teofimo already has a fight scheduled, making a unification match with Haney unlikely until later this year.
Calling Out Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz
Bill Haney is not shying away from calling out Pitbull Cruz, following his recent victory over Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero. Haney believes a fight against Cruz would generate a significant amount of interest and could potentially be a pay-per-view-worthy event for his son. As Devin Haney is a free agent, putting together a fight with Cruz should not be as challenging as other potential matchups.
While Bill Haney teases a potential grudge match against Teofimo Lopez, he acknowledges the complexity of the situation given that Lopez’s opponents are ultimately decided by Top Rank boss Bob Arum. Despite the potential for a high-intensity matchup between Haney and Lopez, the reality remains uncertain until future decisions are made.
As Haney continues to navigate his boxing career, the road ahead is filled with opportunities to face top contenders in the light welterweight division. With potential matchups against Teofimo Lopez, Isaac Cruz, and even Ryan Garcia on the horizon, Haney’s journey to cementing his legacy in the sport is far from over.
The conversations surrounding Devin Haney’s future opponents reflect the complexities and uncertainties that come with navigating the world of boxing. As Haney’s team strategizes and plans for upcoming fights, it is clear that the road to unification and greater recognition in the sport will require careful consideration and strategic moves. Only time will tell who Devin Haney will face next in the ring and how these matchups will shape his career moving forward.