The boxing world has been sent into a frenzy as Bill Haney throws SHADES at Gervonta, alluding to him as the FORMER face of boxing. This development emerges as the trainer and father of WBC lightweight champion Devin Haney confirms the commencement of negotiations for a fight with rising star Ryan Garcia.
Bill Haney, well known for his outspoken nature, has made headlines with his comment. In an interview with a prominent sports news channel, he referred to Gervonta “Tank” Davis as the ‘former face of boxing’. This remark is suggestive of a shift in the spotlight from Davis to other upcoming boxers, notably his son, Devin Haney, and Ryan Garcia, both of whom carry impressive records.
“In my eyes, Gervonta is the former face of boxing. Guys like my son and Ryan are the future,” Haney stated, throwing yet another jab at super featherweight champion Gervonta Davis.
This undoubtedly heated comment comes amid ongoing back-and-forths among the heavyweights of lightweight boxing. Haney’s comment on Davis can be seen as a strategic move to underscore the rise of the young guns in the sport, particularly his son Devin, who is the current WBC lightweight champion, and shower praise upon Ryan Garcia, the rising boxing sensation.
While the boxing world debates Haney’s comment, another significant announcement came out from the Haney camp – the confirmation of negotiations with Ryan Garcia for a potential fight. Ryan Garcia, the prodigious boxer who became an internet sensation with a 20-0 undefeated streak, has been making waves in the sport with his impressive technique and explosive knockouts.
“We’re in negotiations for a fight with Ryan Garcia. We know it’s a big fight. Ryan is a formidable opponent who should not be undermined,” Haney added, acknowledging the potential of the upcoming rumble.
These negotiations come hot on the heels of Garcia’s stunning knockout victory over Luke Campbell earlier this year. Garcia has been vocal, declaring his next opponent would either be Gervonta Davis or Devin Haney. The young fighter’s public desire for a big fight seems to be on the verge of becoming a reality.
However, it can’t be denied that Haney’s comments and the confirmed negotiations are cleverly designed salvos meant to unsettle Davis and at the same time, stir anticipation for a fresh, new rivalry between Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia.
Gervonta Davis is yet to respond to the comments made by Bill Haney. Davis’s status in the boxing world, though, remains unchallenged with his unblemished record of 24-0 and an impressive 23 knockouts. His upcoming fight with Mario Barrios will be a test of strength and character.
With negotiations underway and disses flying around, all eyes are now set on the possible Haney Vs. Garcia faceoff. The face of boxing is up for the taking, and these young guns are more than ready to go head to head for it. Gervonta Davis might have been the ‘face’ of boxing once, but a new era is dawning in the world of lightweight boxing – an era helmed by the likes of Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia.
This year is shaping up to be one of the most electrifying years in the sport, and boxing fans worldwide can’t wait to witness the explosive action set to unfurl in the ring.
