Devin Haney Left Fuming at ‘Fake’ Eddie Hearn After Being Denied Free Ticket to Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois Fight
Haney’s Furious Response Leaves Hearn Facing Criticism
Devin Haney has slammed Eddie Hearn for denying him a complimentary ticket to last weekend's blockbuster fight between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois. The American, who holds the WBC lightweight title, was left seething after being told he would have to pay £1,000 for a seat at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Haney took to social media to vent his frustration, calling Hearn a "fake" and accusing him of giving away tickets to social media influencers but not to real fighters. Haney tweeted: "Eddie Hearn is a fake. He said he would give me a ticket to the Joshua-Dubois fight and then denied me. I was ready to fly out to London and everything. He's a liar and a fraud."
Hearn Faces Backlash
Hearn has faced a backlash from fans and fighters alike for his decision to deny Haney a free ticket. Many have accused him of being out of touch with the sport and of putting money ahead of principle. Former world champion Carl Froch said: "Eddie Hearn is wrong to deny Devin Haney a ticket to the Joshua-Dubois fight. Haney is one of the best fighters in the world and deserves to be treated with respect." Hearn has since defended his decision, saying that he did not want to create a precedent by giving away free tickets to fighters. He also said that he offered Haney a ticket at a reduced price, but that the American declined.
Haney’s Performance Questioned
Despite his anger at Hearn, Haney has been praised for his performance in the ring lately. He has won his last three fights by knockout, including a stunning victory over Jorge Linares in May. However, some critics have questioned whether Haney is ready for a step up in competition. He is yet to face a top-level opponent, and his record is padded with wins over lesser-known fighters.
What’s Next for Haney?
It remains to be seen what is next for Haney. He is expected to make a mandatory defense of his WBC lightweight title later this year, but an opponent has yet to be announced. A fight with Vasiliy Lomachenko, the former unified lightweight champion, would be a huge test for Haney. However, it is unclear whether Lomachenko is willing to fight Haney at this stage in his career. Another option for Haney would be to move up in weight and challenge for a welterweight title. However, it is unclear whether Haney would be able to make the weight without losing too much power.
Conclusion
Devin Haney is one of the most promising young fighters in the world. However, he still has much to prove before he can be considered one of the elite. His performance in the ring has been impressive, but he needs to start facing better opponents if he wants to be taken seriously. His outburst at Eddie Hearn showed that he is not afraid to speak his mind, but he needs to be careful not to alienate too many people in the boxing world.
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