Following the highly anticipated matchup between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou, it seems that another intriguing showdown may be on the horizon, featuring two well-known fighters, Sean O’Malley and Devin Haney. However, before this cross-combat battle can materialise , O’Malley has taken a swipe at Haney’s fame, igniting a war of words that’s making headlines.
Sean O’Malley: “I talked to UFC about potential boxing fights someday and they’re like ‘No one knows Devin Haney’ , ‘There’s 0% chance that ever happens’. He’s just not a star, no one knows him”
😭😭#Boxing
💀💀🥊🥊🥊 pic.twitter.com/3qaNBElFyX— Danny (@dantheboxingman) November 3, 2023
Devin Haney and Sean O’Malley Engage in Verbal Sparring Ahead of Potential Cross-Combat Showdown
In a recent podcast appearance, Sean O’Malley didn’t hold back as he threw the first punch, figuratively speaking. O’Malley openly challenged Devin Haney, but what raised eyebrows was his confession that he had never witnessed Haney in action. He stated, “The thing about Devin Haney is like, I’m not trying to throw shade or anything, but I’ve legit never watched him box one fight, ever… 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.’”
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 https://t.co/DqHubzav4r
— Devin Haney (@Realdevinhaney) November 3, 2023
O’Malley’s comments struck a chord with Devin Haney, who swiftly retaliated. Haney wasted no time in taking a jibe at O’Malley, emphasizing the irony of being called out by someone who claimed not to know him. He responded, “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.”
These exchanges have sparked a considerable amount of interest within the combat sports community, with fans eagerly awaiting the potential showdown between these two fighters from different worlds. While O’Malley’s challenge may have initially cast doubt on the feasibility of this matchup, Haney’s confident retort appears to have injected fresh energy into the discussion.
Read More: ‘I am Injured’- Former Women’s Champion Reacts To ‘Horrible’ UFC 297 Vacant Title Fight
Devin Haney’s assertion that he’s making double the income of Suga O’Malley certainly adds an intriguing financial angle to the equation. This revelation raises questions about the earning potential in different combat sports and how fame and success translate into financial rewards.
As the world watches and speculates about the future clash between Devin Haney and Sean O’Malley, it’s evident that the pre-fight banter and rivalry have already captured the imaginations of fans and pundits alike. In the unpredictable world of combat sports, it’s often the drama and the unexpected twists outside the ring or cage that add another layer of excitement to the battles within.