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Rolly Romero dismisses Devin Haney fight as "scared"

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Rolly Romero, the WBA welterweight champion, has stated that a fight between himself and Devin Haney, the WBO welterweight champion, is unlikely because Haney is afraid of him. Romero is scheduled to defend his title against Teofimo Lopez on August 22. Haney, who holds a 33-0 record, last fought in November 2025 when he defeated Brian Norman Jr. for the WBO belt. Haney's team had previously pursued a unification fight with Romero, but the WBO mandated a fight against Keyshawn Davis, which has not yet been finalized. AI

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Rolly Romero dismisses Devin Haney fight as "scared"

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian Mazique, Contributor ·

    ‘Me And Devin Haney Are Never Going To Fight Because He Is Scared Of Me’ World Champion Slams Door On Big Fight

    Rolly Romero ruled out a welterweight unification with Devin Haney, calling him scared, days before defending his WBA title against Teofimo Lopez on August 22.

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