“He can’t leave his house” – Devin Haney responds to Saudi Excellency and jibes at Gervonta Davis’ legal troubles stopping boxing match

Devin Haney responds to Saudi' excellency wish to schedule a fight between Devin Haney and Gervonta Davis in 2024.

“He can’t leave his house” – Devin Haney responds to Saudi Excellency and jibes at Gervonta Davis’ legal troubles stopping boxing match

Devin Haney responds to Saudi's Excellency on wanting to see Devin Haney vs. Gervonta Davis( YouTube, X.com)

In a recent twist in the boxing world, Devin Haney responded to the Saudi Excellency’s remarks about the eagerly awaited bout with Gervonta Davis. Haney threw a spotlight on Davis’s legal issues. These issues, stand as formidable barriers to solidifying a clash between the 2 fighters.

Gervonta Davis’s legal predicaments cast a shadow over his participation in fights beyond American borders. Haney has skillfully brought the focus to the hurdles. He replied to Saudi’s Excellency’s wish of wanting to see Haney vs Davis by saying:

He can’t leave his house.
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Following Haney’s statement, there’s been an uproar of debate within the boxing community. Fans are speculating about the potential impact of Davis’ legal issues on their upcoming match. Many perceive Haney’s remarks as a strategic move to maintain public interest and underscore the need for a resolution to Davis’ legal issues, which are critical to advancing the fight. Recently even Davis’ trainer ran into problems with the law and has been arrested.

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The question of how Davis will maneuver through his legal complications is on every fan’s mind. The boxing sphere is hopeful for a positive resolution that could pave the way for this much-anticipated showdown. In this regard, Haney’s recent comments have played a pivotal role in keeping this saga in the limelight.

Gervonta Davis, a top boxer, has been dealing with prison problems which affect his career. He cannot fight in some locations, like Saudi Arabia. The massive issue is a hit-and-run from November 2020, to which Davis pleaded guilty.

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Gervonta Davis mugshot (WBFF)

Davis, moreover, faces other criminal issues, like domestic violence charges. He was also arrested in South Florida when a woman stated he attacked her. These problems continue to overshadow his boxing career.

In 2023, Davis defended his WBA belt against Hector Luis Garcia. However, his legal troubles interfered with this fight as well, but in the end, he was able to fight and retain his title. The hit-and-run case, in particular, has put him on house arrest and community service. This makes his boxing profession more complicated.

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