Devin Haney's team is facing challenges in negotiations with Shakur Stevenson. Haney wants Stevenson to fight at 147 lbs, but Stevenson is resistant.
What's the issue?
Stevenson doesn't see why he should accept a 147 lb limit when Haney fought a 144 lb catchweight with Jose Ramirez just two fights ago.
Why it matters for Devin Haney
Haney is the WBO welterweight champion, and the welterweight limit is 147 lbs. He has every reason to want Stevenson to fight at this weight.
What's Stevenson's perspective?
Stevenson told Inside the Ring that he's happy to fight Haney, but doesn't see why he should give Haney what he wants. He suggests meeting in the middle at 144 lbs.
Stevenson has a point, given Haney's past fights. Haney fought Jose Ramirez at 144 lbs, and Stevenson thinks this should be the weight for their potential fight.
Haney's team may argue that he's the champion, and Stevenson should meet him at the standard weight. But Stevenson is a skilled fighter with world titles at 126, 130, 135, and 140 lbs.
The negotiations are ongoing, with no clear leverage for either side. Haney has the belt, but Stevenson may sell more tickets in certain areas.
Stevenson's skill set could dominate Haney, or he may meet resistance from the skilled champion. The outcome is uncertain, making the potential fight intriguing.
Devin Haney's next move will be crucial in determining the outcome of these negotiations. Will he be able to convince Stevenson to fight at 147 lbs, or will they meet in the middle?