and are locked in negotiations ahead of a potential showdown in November, and newly-crowned WBA lightweight champion Floyd Schofield has cast his verdict on how the fight may play out. Last week, WBO welterweight world champion Haney and WBO super-lightweight…
Newly crowned WBA lightweight champion Floyd Schofield has backed Devin Haney to defeat Shakur Stevenson in their proposed catchweight bout. Speaking with Sean Zittel following his title victory over Lucas Bahdi, Schofield shared his insight after having previously sparred both fighters. Haney and Stevenson are reportedly negotiating a potential showdown targeted for November 28, 2026, in Atlanta.
Schofield cited Haney's reach, physical size, and technical boxing skills as the primary factors that give him the edge over Stevenson. The potential bout is agreed at a 145lb catchweight with no rehydration clause, putting Haney's WBO welterweight world title on the line.
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