Devin Haney set to defend WBO welterweight title against Keyshawn Davis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 8:54 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The WBO has ordered Devin Haney to defend his welterweight title against Keyshawn Davis. Haney and Davis have 20 days to negotiate the fight or face a purse bid hearing. Haney, unbeaten at 33-0, last fought in November 2025, while Davis, a former WBO lightweight champion, holds a record of 15-0. Davis moved up in weight class recently and has not lost since turning professional. The matchup marks a significant fight for both American boxers.
- •WBO orders Haney to face mandatory challenger Davis.
- •Haney won the title in November 2025.
- •Davis moved up to welterweight after losing his lightweight title.
- •Davis holds a perfect record of 15-0 with 10 KOs.
- •Negotiations must be completed in 20 days.
- 8:54 PMYahoo Sports — Devin Haney ordered to defend WBO welterweight title against Keyshawn Davis
"The WBO has taken it upon itself to ignite negotiations for one of the biggest fights that can be made in U.S. boxing.
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