Devin Haney successfully defended his undisputed lightweight title last night with a spectacular third-round knockout of Russian challenger, Vladimir Nikolov, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The 24-year-old American, who entered the bout with an impressive 30-0 record, dominated the fight, landing a devastating left hook that sent Nikolov crashing to the canvas at the 2:37 mark of the third round. The victory extends Haney’s reign as the unified lightweight champion, with the fight serving as the main event of a highly anticipated boxing card. The bout was Haney’s first defence of his undisputed title since unifying the division last year. The event was broadcast live on DAZN, with Haney’s performance drawing praise from analysts and fans alike for his speed, precision, and ring IQ.
Devin Haney Retains Title with Spectacular Knockout in Las Vegas
Devin Haney successfully defended his lightweight title in Las Vegas last night. The undefeated champion retained his WBC lightweight title with a spectacular second-round knockout of his challenger.
The fight took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Haney, 24, showcased his speed and precision, landing a devastating right hand that sent his opponent crashing to the canvas. The referee immediately stopped the contest, awarding Haney the victory at 1 minute and 52 seconds into the second round.
Haney’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, praised the champion’s performance. “Devin was exceptional tonight,” Hearn stated post-fight. “He showed why he’s the best in the business with that display.”
The victory extends Haney’s professional record to 29 wins, with no losses or draws. His opponent, who entered the fight with a 22-1 record, suffered his first professional defeat.
Haney’s dominance in the ring has solidified his status as a top contender. Fans and analysts alike are already looking ahead to his next challenge, with potential fights against other top lightweights in the division.
Haney's Lightning-Fast Punch Ends Fight in Third Round
Devin Haney successfully defended his lightweight title in Las Vegas, stopping Ryan Garcia with a devastating punch in the third round. The fight, held at the T-Mobile Arena, ended at 1:12 of the third round when Haney landed a crisp left hook.
Haney, 24, improved his professional record to 30-0 with 15 knockouts. Garcia, 24, saw his record fall to 23-1. The bout was highly anticipated, with both fighters entering as undefeated champions in different weight classes.
“I knew I had him hurt,” Haney said post-fight. “I just kept pushing the pace and looking for that opening.” The victory was Haney’s second title defence since unifying the lightweight division in 2021.
Garcia, who entered the fight as the WBC interim champion, was seeking to become a two-division world champion. He had won 19 of his 23 victories by knockout before facing Haney.
The fight was a clash of styles, with Haney’s speed and precision contrasting Garcia’s power and aggression. Haney’s hand speed and footwork proved decisive, as he outmanoeuvred Garcia throughout the contest.
Promoter Eddie Hearn praised Haney’s performance, stating, “Devin showed tonight why he is the best lightweight in the world. He’s fast, he’s smart, and he’s a true champion.” The fight was broadcast live on DAZN, with an announced attendance of 14,262.
Undisputed Lightweight Champion Dominates Opponent in Vegas Showdown
Devin Haney successfully defended his undisputed lightweight championship title in a thrilling showdown at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The 24-year-old American fighter secured a spectacular knockout victory against his challenger, former world champion, Jorge Linares, in the seventh round.
Haney, known for his speed and precision, dominated the fight from the start. He landed 116 punches out of 302 thrown, maintaining a significant advantage over Linares throughout the match. The decisive moment came in the seventh round when Haney delivered a powerful combination that sent Linares to the canvas.
The referee, Russell Mora, immediately stopped the fight, declaring Haney the winner by knockout. This victory extends Haney’s undefeated professional record to 29 wins, with no losses and one draw.
Promoter Eddie Hearn praised Haney’s performance, stating, “Devin was exceptional tonight. He showed why he is the best in the lightweight division. His speed, accuracy, and power were on full display.”
Linares, who entered the fight with a record of 47 wins and seven losses, was gracious in defeat. “Haney was too strong tonight,” he admitted. “I gave it my all, but he was the better man.”
The fight, which was broadcast live on DAZN, drew a significant audience, further cementing Haney’s status as a rising star in the world of boxing. Fans and analysts alike are already looking forward to his next challenge.
Haney's Victory Solidifies Status as Top Pound-for-Pound Boxer
Devin Haney successfully defended his undisputed lightweight title with a spectacular second-round knockout of Jorge Linares in Las Vegas. The victory extends Haney’s unbeaten record to 29-0, with 15 knockouts, and solidifies his position as the top pound-for-pound boxer in the world.
The fight took place at the T-Mobile Arena, with Haney dominating from the start. He landed a powerful right hand in the second round, sending Linares to the canvas. The Venezuelan fighter struggled to beat the count, and referee Russell Mora waved off the fight at 2:32 of the round.
Haney’s performance impressed analysts and fans alike. “Haney showed why he’s the best in the world tonight,” said commentator Mike Costello. “He was precise, powerful, and put on a boxing clinic.”
The win marks Haney’s third defence of his undisputed lightweight title. He unified the division in June 2021, defeating Teófimo López. Since then, he has successfully defended his titles against Joseph ‘JoJo’ DÃaz and Jorge Linares.
Haney’s next move remains uncertain, but speculation is rife. Promoter Eddie Hearn hinted at potential super-fights. “There are big fights out there for Devin,” Hearn said post-fight. “We’ll explore all options and make the right decision for his career.”
Las Vegas Crowd Witnesses Haney's Explosive Title Defence
Devin Haney successfully defended his lightweight title in spectacular fashion at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The undefeated champion stopped former world champion Jorge Linares in the seventh round of their highly anticipated bout.
Haney, 24, dominated the fight from the outset, landing powerful combinations that visibly rattled Linares. The Venezuelan veteran, 36, struggled to find his rhythm, unable to match Haney’s speed and precision.
The decisive moment came in the seventh round when Haney unleashed a brutal right hand that sent Linares crashing to the canvas. The referee immediately waved off the fight, handing Haney a seventh-round technical knockout victory.
Promoter Eddie Hearn praised Haney’s performance post-fight. “Devin was exceptional tonight. He showed why he’s the best in the world. He’s a complete fighter, with speed, power, and intelligence.”
The victory extends Haney’s professional record to 29-0, with 15 knockouts. Linares, meanwhile, falls to 47-7, with 31 knockouts. The fight was the main event of a DAZN-broadcast card.
In the 11th round, Haney landed a devastating right hand that sent Ryan Garcia crashing to the canvas, securing his third consecutive lightweight title defence. The victory solidifies Haney’s position as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world, with many already looking ahead to potential future showdowns with the likes of Vasiliy Lomachenko and Teófimo López. The Nevada State Athletic Commission will now review the fight to determine if any further action is required, though no issues were apparent during the bout. Haney’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, has hinted at a possible rematch with López next, should the former champion defeat his upcoming opponent.
