Bill Haney, the father of WBC light welterweight champion Devin Haney, has strong beliefs in his son’s future in the sport of boxing. According to him, Devin is on the path to becoming the Face of Boxing by 2024, especially after their anticipated bout against Ryan Garcia on April 20th. Papa Haney is optimistic about the Pay-Per-View numbers on DAZN for the Ryan fight and is certain that a victory will solidify Devin’s position as the top face in boxing, surpassing Gervonta Davis.
Although the Haney camp is confident in their abilities, there are challenges ahead. Ryan Garcia’s upcoming fight against Frank Martin doesn’t seem to be generating much interest, as evidenced by the decision to add David Benavidez to the undercard to boost Pay-Per-View buys. The concern is whether the anticipated Haney vs. Ryan showdown will attract a substantial number of viewers. Ticket sales for their fight at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn have been sluggish, indicating a lack of fan enthusiasm for the matchup.
Despite the obstacles, Bill Haney remains open to working with various promoters and networks to secure meaningful fights for his son. He mentions having dealt with key figures such as Stephen Espinoza, Eddie Hearn, Bob Arum, and Oscar De La Hoya in pursuit of the best matchups for Devin. The goal is to secure a high-profile fight against Gervonta Davis in the near future. If that doesn’t materialize, other options such as Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz or Teofimo Lopez are on the table, ruling out the IBF champion Subriel Matias due to rehydration clause concerns.
Looking ahead, the focus of Team Haney is on proving Devin’s status as the Face of Boxing by delivering impressive performances and attracting a large audience. The goal is to dominate boxing networks, fill arenas, and consistently deliver exciting fights. Bill Haney sets high standards for the Pay-Per-View numbers, aiming to surpass records set by current attractions by 2024. The emphasis is on continually improving and setting new benchmarks in the sport of boxing.
The journey towards becoming the Face of Boxing is not without its challenges for Devin Haney. However, with the unwavering support and strategic planning of his father Bill Haney, the young champion is poised to make a significant impact in the boxing world. By focusing on securing meaningful fights, delivering impressive performances, and attracting a large audience, Devin Haney’s quest to become the Face of Boxing in 2024 is well underway.