Devin Haney and Shakur Stevenson negotiate catch‑weight showdown

Bill Haney reiterated that Shakur Stevenson remains the primary target for his son Devin Haney, with former Olympic silver‑medalist Keyshawn Davis positioned as a fallback if the proposed 144‑pound catch‑weight fight stalls. Stevenson countered that Haney is pushing for the bout to gain a size advantage, estimating Haney would weigh about 20 pounds more on fight night. To address weight concerns, Stevenson released video evidence showing his walk‑around weight at 148.5 lb, just above the welterweight limit, and earlier posted a 144.4‑lb reading, underscoring his willingness to meet at a middle weight. The World Boxing Organization has also reminded Haney of a mandatory defense against Davis, adding another hurdle to the potential super‑fight. Fellow boxers have weighed in: trainer Calvin Ford dismissed any threat from Stevenson, while WBO junior‑welter champion Gary Antunan Russell warned the matchup could be a “boring stalemate.” No official date or agreement has been announced, and negotiations remain at an impasse.

The talks continue to dominate boxing discussion as fans and promoters gauge the commercial and competitive stakes of a high‑profile clash between two undefeated American champions.