It might come as a surprise to many, since Lopez and Haney are the undefeated contemporaries to … This has helped them rise to the top so early in their careers. LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 27: Devin Haney trains during the Devin Haney Media Workout at Rathbone Boxing Club on September 27, 2019 in London, England. Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez are some of the hottest prospects in boxing. It’ll work against the other four kings if they don’t make the fight with Haney right now while they’re still young enough to get down to 135 without draining themselves. Support Boxcaster Boxing: https://www.patreon.com/BoxcasterBoxingFor more great content, and everything on the sweet science of boxing, be sure to: Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/BoxcasterTVLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BoxcasterTV/Subscribe to us here on YouTube! When Floyd eventually moved up to 147, he didn’t have the power to hurt those guys like he’d been doing in the lighter weight classes. But we got to fight each other to make it set in stone that we are the new era, we are the new guys, we are the new four kings. He threw a lot more punches and he would try and hurt his opponents more.”. WBC lightweight champion Devin Haney has discussed the potential fights ahead for the 2021 fight calendar, as he aims to collect all four of the division’s titles. Raj Sarkar. I want belts more than anything. “Teofimo says one thing and then says another thing in a totally different interview. Teofimo is not someone that I need. By Jeff Aronow: Teofimo Lopez isn’t taking Devin Haney seriously about back and forth verbal war with Vasily Lomachenko that took place on Twitter last … The undefeated American boxer will finally make his much-anticipated return to the boxing ring after being away for almost a year. One of the top names on that list is WBC champion Devin Haney. “That’s part of the job going to these fights and making an appearances, and that’s part of the game,” Haney said about him showing up at other fighter’s contests,” said Haney. “The top guys haven’t been able to do that.”. Haney doesn’t need Teofimo or any of the other four kings of the lightweight division. Teofimo Lopez has a problem with Devin Haney. Simultaneously, Devin Haney is already a two-time champion without winning the belt inside the ropes. I think Sugar Ray out of the four kings is more my style. Teofimo Lopez has many lucrative options after defeating pound-for-pound king Vasiliy Lomachenko on Oct. 17 to become undisputed lightweight champion. They have sparred in the past, but we want to see the real thing! “I showed that I”m a master boxer and crazy ring IQ to go in there and not take any punishment in there against [Yuriorkis] Gamboa,” said Haney when asked what message he sent by beating Gamboa. Combattre quelqu’un comme Gamboa était un tremplin, mais je suis ici pour les vrais grands combats. “Teofimo said he was going to send me and Kambosos a contract,” said Haney. December 20, 2020 10:13 am. “No, we’re not in negotiations at all,” said Haney about Ryan Garcia. “I don’t feel like there should be any trouble making these fights, because if the fighters want these fights to happen, we should be able to make them happen,” Haney said about him making fights against the big names at lightweight. Devin Haney said he doesn't believe his mandatory challenger, Ryan Garcia, is willing to fight him next, but is hoping his 2021 will include a bout with Teofimo Lopez. “My main focus is to keep winning and collect all the belts in my division,” said Haney. Teddy Atlas gives his take on how Ryan Garcia matches up against Tank Davis, Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez. Like Lopez, Haney is young, highly-rated and undefeated, with his best years still ahead. Teofimo Lopez loses his cool with George Kambosos Jr at kickoff press conference, Live Stream: Lopez vs Kambosos & Holyfield vs McBride Presser, Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney exchanging words on social media, Bernard Hopkins: Deontay Wilder can become heavyweight champion again, Oleksandr Usyk waiting for ‘step aside’ to let Joshua vs. Fury fight for WBO belt, Devin Haney vs. Jorge Linares sold out for May 29th fight at Mandalay Bay, Live Stream: Lopez vs Kambosos & Holyfield vs McBride Presser, Evander Holyfield vs. Kevin McBride exhibition added to Teofimo vs. George Kambosos Jr card on June 5th, Boxing Results: Regis Prograis beats Ivan Redkach, wants Broner next, Eddie Hearn: Golovkin would be the favorite against Andrade. Teofimo’s promoter Bob Arum says he wants him to move up to 140 in the second half of 2021 to take on the winner of the Jose Ramirez vs. Josh Taylor fight. Haney may find himself in the same position once he moves up to 140 and 147. “It’s great to be compared to a legendary era in boxing. Both are undefeated, ranked in the top ten by every sanctioning body, and there's bad blood. Demetrius “Boo Boo” Andrade Defeats Liam “The Machine” Williams in a war! “He hasn’t shown any interest in fighting me, and Golden Boy hasn’t shown any interest in pursuing a fight. So be prepared because pretty soon you’ll be facing me,” said Haney. January 20th, 2021 - Comments Closed By Sean Jones: Devin Haney says he’s not worried about Teofimo Lopez and the other four kings ducking him. However, the match-up did not see the light of the day and went straight to the “Takeover” Teofimo Lopez. Although Teofimo said recently that he plans on putting a fight together with Haney after he makes his title defense against his IBF mandatory George Kambosos Jr next, Devin doubts that will happen. He Haney feels he doesn’t need fighters like undisputed lightweight champion Teofimo (16-0, 12 KOs) to become a superstar in the sport. WBC Lightweight Champion Devin Haney insists he doesn’t need Teofimo Lopez on his road to stardom. Boxing Results: Jake Paul defeats Askren, Regis Prograis defeats Redkach, Boxing Results: Fabio Turchi new European Union cruiserweight champion, Canelo – Saunders Undercard: Soto Defends Title Against Takayama On May 8. Boxing Results: Andrey Fedosov Destroys Majidov! Devin Haney returns to the boxing ring on November 7. It will be a shame if Haney is forced to take on former WBA super featherweight champion Javier Fortuna (36-2-1, 25 KOs) next rather than one of the four kings. Haney has made it clear that he feels a lack of respect despite his undefeated record and two successful title defenses. That was when Mayweather was fighting at 130 and 135. Devin Haney needs to fight Teofimo Lopez and I’ll fight the winner.” NEWS: Teofimo Lopez: The fight with Kambosos won't go past 3 rounds “I’m going to … “They’re showing me that they’re not quick to call me out. “Just yesterday, he said I have to fight Rollie to get him when I don’t need Teofimo to become a star. All Rights Reserved. Haney, 22, is in a better position than those fighters are in keeping his weight down to stay in the 135-lb divsion. Je veux qu’ils se produisent pour tirer le meilleur de moi. Unified lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez isn’t intimidated by WBC champion Devin Haney, after the latter registered his successful title defense against Yuriorkis Gamboa on November 7. If guys were quick to say, ‘Give me Haney,’ then I would feel like I got to prove something. Haney likely doesn’t figure into Teofimo’s plans, not 2021 or 2022. Devin Haney wants Vasily Lomachenko vs. Teofimo Lopez winner April 14th, 2020 - Comments Closed By Allan Fox: Devin Haney will be waiting to take … “Then I’ll go down to my next mandatory which is Javier Fortuna,” said Devin when asked who he’ll fight if none of the other four kings of the 135-lb division [Ryan Garcia, Teofimo Lopez or Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis] agees to fight him next. Devin is the type of person, to me, that I want to knock out. Je veux les gros combats au poids léger. “Of course, I want the top guys, but if I can’t get them, then I need to go next in line to see whoever is next in line. He’s a lot more aggressive-minded, and he’s not going to have second thoughts about going for a knockout if he hurts Haney. – Teofimo Lopez Rips Devin Haney During Canelo vs Smith PPV. Privacy Statement l Cookies Policy l Boxing Resources l Back To Top l Contact Us. “I was surprised because I didn’t think Luke would be any competition for him,” Haney said of Luke Campbell. After his win, Haney said he was eyeing a bout against Teofimo Lopez, who beat Vasiliy Lomachenko last month to hold the IBF, WBA (Super) and WBO lightweight titles. “It showed that Ryan could be hurt, but it also showed that Ryan has a great heart. Many have been calling for Haney to fight a top-tier 135-pounder. He hasn’t fought at lightweight yet. Devin Haney sees plenty of potential in the lightweight division but wants to face Teofimo Lopez Jr to unify the weight class. By Sean Jones: Trainer Bill Haney says a fight between his son WBC lightweight champion Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez is the fight that needs … Copyright © 2007-2021 Boxing News 24. Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez are some of the hottest prospects in boxing. Not surprisingly, Haney was unhappy at learning that Teofimo wants him to earn a fight against him by facing Rolando ‘Rollie’ Romero (12-0, 10 KOs). March 24, 2021 9:30 pm Teofimo Lopez is backing up WBC lightweight champion Devin Haney to defend his title successfully against Jorge Linares. Teofimo Lopez's massive victory in October over Vasiliy Lomachenko means he is in the driver's seat when it … Right now, Haney still has enough power to score knockouts with his high-volume punching style, but that could change in the future when he goes up in weight. “It’s going to be a great fight [against Fortuna], but I see myself being victorious. There has been a lot of confusion in regards to titles in boxing. TEOFIMO LOPEZ called out American lightweight rival Devin Haney just moments after his stunning demolition of Vasyl Lomachenko. A truly special dynamic is emerging in which Gervonta Davis, 26, Teofimo Lopez, 23, Ryan Garcia, 22 and Devin Haney, 22 could face each other in super fights not too long from now. J’ai maintenant montré que je suis ici et que je ne vais nulle part. Lopez was in attendance for Canelo Alvarez vs. Callum Smith inside the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. Boxing Results: Tony Harrison and Bryant Perrella Ends in a Majority Draw in L.A.! “Pretty soon you guys are going to be cornered and you’ll have to fight me. Teofimo Lopez vs Devin Haney – a battle for the ages. Devin Haney on matching up vs. Teofimo Lopez, Ryan Garcia. Devin Haney can expect to compete with Ryan Garcia for an order to fight Teofimo Lopez if the American rising star can come through Jorge Linares. I see myself winning an easy fight, but I feel it would be good for boxing if it happens. WBC lightweight titleholder Devin Haney talks with Cameron Wolfe about how he would match up against Teofimo Lopez and Ryan Garcia. “Lopez said I have … “I think Shakur will be there one of these days. The longer they wait, the harder it’s going to be for them when they do eventually face Devin. What more could you want in a match up? I think when they mention the four kings, they’re talking about the guys at lightweight. Teofimo Lopez defeated Vasyl Lomachenko to become the WBC Franchise lightweight ruler. I still make more money than fighting Teofimo Lopez. The event was being promoted by Matchroom Boxing. WBC lightweight titleholder Devin Haney talks with Cameron Wolfe about how he would match up against Teofimo Lopez … “I just think he wants to fight Tank and make the big fight happen and move forward after that,” said Haney about Ryan Garcia. Devin Haney cruises to easy decision win over Yuriorkis Gamboa, eyes unification bout with Teofimo Lopez Haney didn't get the knockout, but … They have sparred in the past, but we want to see the real thing! By Chris Williams: Undisputed lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez says he’s willing to take on the winner of the December 7th fight between WBC … We got to fight each other to make exciting fights, and show the world that we’re the truth. Maybe because Haney is too risky for Teo. “Fame will come, the money will come in good time. There’s a good chance that y the time Ryan is done with those two fights, he won’t be worth much for Haney. He was able to get up and come back even stronger,” said Haney about Ryan’s performance against Campbell. “I just feel like I’m getting ducked,” said Haney about the top lightweights. “I still feel like I have to prove something, but I feel like I would have to prove something more. “It was surprising. Unfortunately, that may be what Haney is stuck with. The WBC, in particular, has taken the brunt of these criticisms. WBC lightweight champion Devin Haney has indicated that Teofimo Lopez must face him in order to establish "who the real king is" at 135-pounds. The ‘King’ Ryan vs. Luke Campbell clash earlier this month was an official WBC lightweight title eliminator, which Ryan won by a seventh-round knockout. Well, it’s obvious that Haney is being ducked by all the top lightweights right now, and there’s nothing when can do about it. By Sean Jones: Devin Haney says he’s not worried about Teofimo Lopez and the other four kings ducking him. The promotion’s head honcho Eddie Hearn was in attendance. Ryan Garcia is a perfect example of one of the ‘Four Kings’ ducking Haney. “Floyd was still like on the come up like me. Devin Haney has decided that he does not need Teofimo Lopez Jr. as a dance partner to delineate himself as a big-name boxer. It would start off as a technical fight, but in the mid-rounds, toward the end of the rounds I'll put him on his ass. If I can’t get him, then I need to go next in line like I’ve been doing. Haney is correct in comparing himself to the young ‘Pretty Boy’ Floyd Mayweather Jr than the older, slower, and more defensive-minded ‘Money’ Floyd that we saw late in his career. Devin Haney on matching up vs. Teofimo Lopez, Ryan Garcia. Results / Photos: Harrison & Perrella Draw, Martin defeats Mielnicki Jr. Boxing Results: Danny Dignum & Andrey Sirotkin Draw In Bolton. When he was younger, he was more offensive-minded. For him to say that I have to go through Rollie to get to you is ridiculous. The only guy that has been calling my name out is Rolly [Rolando Romero], and what do I have to gain from Rollie?” said Devin. He’s following his own path, treating his career like a marathon rather than a fast sprint to paydirt the way other top lightweights are. Early on, Mayweather was an aggressive fighter that went after his opponents looking to knock them out with his combination punching. The views expressed in all articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of Boxing News 24 or its affiliates. By. In a recent interview, Lopez … Lopez and Haney are extremely skilled fighters who present unmatched challenges to their opponents. Devin Haney on matching up vs. Teofimo Lopez, Ryan Garcia WBC lightweight titleholder Devin Haney talks with Cameron Wolfe about how he would match up against Teofimo Lopez … … Haney appelle Teofimo Lopez «Il y a beaucoup de gros combats à faire. Haney feels like he gains nothing from fighting Romero, who is coming off a controversial 12 round decision win over Jackson Marinez last August. Fortuna is a talented fighter with a lot of experience, and you legitimately say he has more ability than guys like Luke Campbell. Haney has no rush to try and force the other top lightweights like Ryan Garcia, Teofimo, and Tank to fight him. “You guys only have a matter of time to keep ducking me,” said Devin in giving a message to Ryan Garcia, Tank Davis and Teofimo Lopez. Chris Mannix and Sergio Mora debated whether Teofimo Lopez will stick around at lightweight long enough to take on the likes of Devin Haney on the latest edition of 'Jabs'. Floyd was more defensive-minded when he got older. “I wouldn’t say that they’re giving me my just dues or not because I feel like they are giving me my just dues and my respect because by sowing me they don’t want to fight. I don’t really need you, Teofimo. One possibility: Devin Haney, who holds a secondary 135-pound belt and has called out Lopez. “The fans know I’m the real WBC champion, and if you want the real undisputed champion and you want the world not to question you because that’s what it’s about,” said Haney to Behind The Gloves in talking about Teofimo Lopez. Haney (25-0, 15 KOs) says the fans know that he’s the “real” WBC lightweight champion, not Teofimo, who holds the ‘Franchise’ title honorary-type of belt given out by the World Boxing Council to fighters that they respect. “And I think Shakur is a terrific fighter, and I think he has a bright future,” said Haney of Shakur Stevenson, wanting to be mentioned along with the four kings of the 135-lb division. 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