An unexpected and astounding clash of unbeaten, multiple-division champions has emerged through separate negotiations, as a connected official tells BoxingScene Shakur Stevenson and Devin Haney are in “advanced discussions” for a welterweight title showdown.
Undefeated multi-division champions Shakur Stevenson and Devin Haney are in advanced discussions for a high-profile showdown. Stevenson turned his attention toward WBO welterweight champion Haney after negotiations fell through to face Manny Pacquiao on the December 11 Anthony Joshua versus Tyson Fury card in Cardiff, Wales.
The potential meeting would serve as Stevenson's debut bout under Zuffa Boxing. Key negotiation points remain around the weight, as Haney has requested the fight take place at 147 pounds without a rehydration clause, while Stevenson has countered with a 144-pound catchweight limit.
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