Purse Bids Set for Devin Haney’s Next Fight Against Mandatory Sandor Martin
Kosport Magazine has learned that the purse bids for WBC light welterweight champion Devin Haney’s next fight against mandatory challenger Sandor Martin are scheduled for June 18th.
Haney (31-1, 15 KOs) will have to make a decision on whether to vacate his title, face his mandatory challenger, or negotiate a step-aside deal due to his mandatory being due for the title he won in December.
However, it is reported that Martin (42-3, 15 KOs) is not likely to accept a step-aside deal, but if he is offered enough money, he may consider it.
If the fight does take place, the world will be watching closely to see if Haney is announced as still unbeaten. This could potentially be a controversial move, as many saw Haney’s embarrassing loss to Ryan Garcia last April.
Some speculate that Haney’s team is trying to erase this loss from his record due to Garcia’s positive PED test. However, this could damage his credibility as a genuine fighter.
Kosport Magazine’s Take
There is much speculation surrounding Haney’s upcoming fight and his potential decision to vacate or face his mandatory challenger. However, if Haney’s chin has been compromised from his loss to Garcia, it could spell disaster for him against Martin.
Some sources claim that Haney’s father and manager, Bill Haney, did not mention Martin’s name when asked about his son’s next fight. This has led some to believe that Haney may not be facing his mandatory challenger next.
Moving up to the welterweight division could be a potential escape route for Haney, as he could face WBC champion Mario Barrios before he loses his title to the likes of Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis or Brian Norman Jr. However, he would need to make the move soon before those fighters have a chance to dethrone Barrios.
Capturing the WBC welterweight title could also be a strategic move for Haney to entice a rematch with Garcia in the future. As he is too big to fight at 140, welterweight offers the only opportunity for a potential rematch.
Haney’s upcoming fight and potential career moves will be closely watched by the boxing world. It remains to be seen what path he will choose and whether he will be able to overcome the challenges that lay ahead.
