“I’m making double what he makes” – Devin Haney goes off on Sean O’Malley after UFC star reveals Dana White and co. not valuing boxer’s stardom

The trend of crossover bouts is gaining huge popularity right now. Fighters from all aspects want a piece of this new type of combat sport. The recent fight between Francis Ngannou, an MMA star and Tyson Fury, the WBC heavyweight champion has cemented these types of bouts to be exciting and lucrative. As such, the drama between Sean O’Malley and Devin Haney about their potential crossover bout is taking twists and turns.

In a startling admission that caused a stir in the combat sports world, UFC fighter Sean O’Malley said that the organization was reluctant to let him go after a boxing contest against the highly regarded boxer, Devin Haney. Following his victory over Aljamain Sterling at UFC 292, O’Malley stated a desire to switch to boxing, with possible opponents like Gervonta Davis and Haney in mind. This is what he had to say:

I talked to the UFC about potential boxing fights someday, and they were like: 'No one knows Devin Haney, there’s 0% chance that ever happens.

Sean O’Malley via SugaSeanUFC Youtube

Devin Haney, in response to these comments, recently took to the social media platform X to post a reaction. In his statement, Haney emphasized that Sean was the one who called him out first. He also reiterated Sean’s comment about nobody knowing him. This is what Haney posted:

He was the one that called me out first. I’m confused, nobody knows me but I guarantee I’m making double what this dude makes.

Devin Haney via X

The fierce back and forth between O’Malley and Haney continues. It will be interesting to see if the UFC changes its stance on crossover matches. If so, it might allow fighters to compete in high-profile boxing matches against well-known fighters like Devin Haney.

Devin Haney to face Regis Prograis in a high-stakes super-lightweight showdown

In a highly anticipated super-lightweight match, Devin Haney will defend his WBC championship against Regis Prograis. For this historic battle, Haney, the unbeaten unified champion in the lightweight class, will go up in weight class in an attempt to claim the title of two-weight world champion.

This highly anticipated 12-round title fight is captivating fans and commentators alike, as it unfolds on Saturday, December 9, at the Chase Centre in San Francisco. Prograis’s seasoned skills and Haney’s fresh vigor should make for an exciting match. The main event ringwalks are set for 4 a.m. UK time, while the bout is scheduled to start at 2 a.m. UK time.

The trash-talking and the hype leading up to this fight have been spectacular. As the time to this event shortens, fans of the sport are getting more hyped for this legendary collision of two legends.

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