Trainer Robert Garcia believes Devin Haney could be the fighter capable of handing Shakur Stevenson his first defeat, pointing to size and skill as key factors in a potential matchup.
Fresh off a dominant win over Teofimo Lopez to become a four-division world champion, Stevenson has been linked with several high-profile fights and a possible move up to welterweight. However, despite calling out names like Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn, those opportunities have yet to materialize.
Garcia suggested that a fight with Haney at welterweight would present serious challenges for Stevenson. “It is not an easy fight for Shakur… He knows that is a dangerous fight, especially if they do it at welterweight,” Garcia said, indicating that the weight difference could play a major role.
He also questioned whether Stevenson would be willing to take the fight under those conditions. “Shakur might not want to do that because it is going to be very dangerous for him, fighting a big guy like that,” Garcia added, emphasizing Haney’s physical advantages.
Garcia ultimately leaned toward Haney in a potential matchup, citing his speed, size, and overall ability. While the fight remains uncertain, he described it as one he would like to see, even as both fighters continue to search for their next opponents.
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