Former undisputed champion says Gervonta Davis’ team reached out and insists he will not accept rehydration restrictions.
Devin Haney says Gervonta Davis’ team has finally reached out about a potential fight after years of failed attempts to make the matchup. The former undisputed lightweight champion also made it clear that he will not agree to any rehydration clause if negotiations move forward.
“Never,” Haney said on X about him not being willing to agree to a rehydration clause.
The response came shortly after Haney suggested that discussions had begun between the two sides.
“I think Gervonta grew some balls.. his team reached out! We might just end up fighting! 😅,” Haney posted.
A fight between Haney and Gervonta has been one of boxing’s longest-running unanswered questions. Haney repeatedly pursued the matchup during his lightweight title run, but the fight never materialized despite years of public callouts and fan demand.
The San Francisco-born Haney became the undisputed lightweight champion in 2022, while Davis continued building his profile as one of boxing’s biggest pay-per-view attractions.
Haney’s rejection of rehydration clauses is likely to become a talking point if negotiations advance. Rehydration restrictions became a major subject of debate before Tank’s 2023 fight with Ryan Garcia, with many fans criticizing the contractual terms.
Devin has recently been linked to potential fights against Ryan Garcia, Shakur Stevenson, and Keyshawn Davis. His latest comments now place Gervonta Davis back in the conversation after years of failed attempts to make the matchup.