DAZN signs Devin Haney to exclusive multi-fight deal
Bad Left Hook • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

DAZN has announced an exclusive multi-fight agreement with welterweight titleholder Devin Haney. The signing follows the cancellation of a proposed bout against Shakur Stevenson. Haney expressed his desire for major challenges, stating he is ready to take on anyone next. Previously, he had not fought in nearly a year, last defeating Brian Norman to win the WBO welterweight title in November. DAZN expects the deal to facilitate high-profile matchups for Haney moving forward.
- •DAZN officially announces signing of Devin Haney.
- •Haney is currently the WBO welterweight titleholder.
- •He last fought in November 2025, defeating Brian Norman.
- •The deal comes after a proposed fight with Shakur Stevenson was canceled.
- •DAZN aims to promote marquee matchups for Haney.
- 9:40 PMBad Left Hook — DAZN officially announce Devin Haney signing
"It’s been talked about quite a lot lately, almost to the point it’s almost common knowledge, but today DAZN officially announced they’ve signed an exclusive multi-deal with welterweight titleholder Devin Haney. The formal announcement comes directly on the heels of a proposed fight with Shakur Stevenson falling by the wayside. “I’m at a point in my career where I want the biggest challenges and the fights the fans want to see,” said Devin Haney. “I’m excited to partner with DAZN. This agreement removes any doubt or uncertainty about my ability to make the major fights in boxing. I’m in position to fight anyone, and I’m focused, motivated and ready for whoever is next.” DAZN executive mentione that they expect the deal to pave the way for them to deliver marquee matchups for Haney and their network heading forward. Haney, 27, hasn’t fought in nearly a year, last beating Brian Norman last November to take the WBO welterweight title. Hopefully this announcement will have him more active than he has been as of late.
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