Ryan and Haney have unfinished business dating back to their April 2024 fight. While no fight has been announced, the general public callout serves as a reminder that Haney stays certainly one of the game’s most sought-after opponents.
The timing is notable because Haney has also been linked to a possible showdown with Shakur Stevenson. The 2 fighters have discussed a fight at a 144-pound catchweight, but no agreement has been finalized.
At the identical time, the WBO is predicted to maneuver forward with a compulsory title defense against Keyshawn Davis, creating one other possible direction for Haney.
Ryan’s message is unlikely to go unnoticed by either fighter. Stevenson has spent months pursuing a fight with Haney, while Davis is positioned to challenge for Haney’s WBO title if the mandatory order moves forward.
A rematch with Ryan would likely be certainly one of the most important fights available to Haney financially. Their first fight generated enormous attention before and after the event, making a second meeting a sexy option if the 2 sides can reach an agreement.
The rivalry also stays unresolved. Ryan scored three knockdowns of their first meeting and was awarded a majority decision victory, however the result was later overturned to a no-contest after he tested positive for a banned substance. Since then, each fighters have repeatedly expressed interest in facing one another again.
Ryan’s message also comes while Haney’s future stays unsettled. A fight with Shakur Stevenson has yet to be finalized, and the WBO mandatory situation involving Keyshawn Davis stays unresolved. Ryan has made it clear that he’s serious about running it back with Haney.