Gervonta Davis Becomes Devin Haney’s Top Priority, Says Bill Haney

**Gervonta Davis** has been named the number‑one target for Devin Haney, according to Bill Haney’s recent interview with *Inside the Ring*. The senior Haney emphasized that a Davis‑Haney showdown would be a "fair fight" at no less than 144 lb, putting the bout ahead of all other negotiations.

Bill Haney explained that Davis sits at the summit of Team Haney’s wish list because both camps have exchanged serious discussions. He noted, "We’ve been back and forth… I consider this real." The focus on Davis stems from his unbeaten record (30‑0‑1, 28 KOs) and the marketability of a clash between two undefeated champions. The Haneys want a weight limit that protects both fighters, insisting the bout won’t drop below the 144‑pound mark.

The biggest obstacle is Haney’s mandatory WBO welterweight title defense against **Keyshawn Davis**. The WBO ordered the champion to face the mandatory challenger, meaning a switch to a Davis fight could trigger a strip of the belt unless the organization grants an exception. Bill Haney acknowledged the risk, but stressed that the team is prepared to pursue a special waiver if negotiations progress.

Haney’s camp also mentioned ongoing talks with **Shakur Stevenson** for a 144‑lb catch‑weight bout. Those talks have stalled because Stevenson has not responded to the proposed terms. Bill Haney admitted that while the Stevenson fight remains on the table, the lack of movement has shifted immediate attention to Davis, whom he described as the "hardest part to get in the ring" for Haney.

When asked about **Ryan Garcia**, Bill Haney placed him far down the list, at #10. He cited concerns over Garcia’s maturity and the need for him to enroll in the VADA drug‑testing program before being considered a serious opponent. The comment underscores how Davis eclipses other high‑profile names in Haney’s current strategic outlook.

If a Davis‑Haney fight materializes, it would pit two undefeated, high‑KO‑rate fighters against each other at a weight class that sits between lightweight and welterweight. Such a matchup could reshape the division’s hierarchy, potentially forcing the WBO to reconsider its mandatory enforcement. Fans and promoters alike are watching closely, as the bout promises massive pay‑per‑view numbers and a clear answer to the "who’s the best" debate.

Bill Haney said the Haney camp will continue to press for a special exemption from the WBO while keeping dialogue open with both Davis and Stevenson. The next steps involve finalizing a catch‑weight agreement and securing approval from the sanctioning body. Until those pieces fall into place, the Davis fight remains the headline priority for Team Haney.