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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 09: Devin Haney celebrates his victory over Rafael Vazquez in their super featherweight fight on April 9, 2016 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 09: Devin Haney celebrates his victory over Rafael Vazquez in their super featherweight fight on April 9, 2016 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Devin Haney is one terrifying prospect in the sport of boxing. With vast skill sets in his bag, Haney has battered every opponent he’s faced until today. Also, as he’s the WBC lightweight champion, he knows the responsibilities and hype surrounding him. Moving further, the young gun only wishes to capitalize on this juncture by beating the best at his division.
But what is it that separates Haney from the rest? Here we look at some of the most intriguing stats about the WBC lightweight champ.
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A look at Devin Haney’s height, weight, reach, and age
Haney, who stands at 5’8”, has a sublime reach of 71”. With both these physical characteristics, the 25-0 boxer has grabbed innumerable wins in his amateur and pro-boxing career.

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NATIONAL HARBOR, MD – MAY 25: Devin Haney is introduced prior to boxing against Antonio Moran for the WBC and WBO Inter-Continental lightweight championship at The Theater at MGM National Harbor on May 25, 2019 in National Harbor, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)
In his short yet attractive boxing career, ‘The Dream’, who has remained at lightweight (135 lbs), has never missed a fight due to weight issues.
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Despite being just 22, Haney has shown early signs of success. Until now, he’s implemented his game plans effectively. However, he will want to add to his laurels as he advances in his career.
When did Devin Haney start boxing?
Right from an early age, the sport of boxing captivated ‘The Dream’. Citing his love for the same, his father taught him this sport and helped him mold his career. With that, there was no turning back for the Californian.

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LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 27: Devin Haney trains during the Devin Haney Media Workout at Rathbone Boxing Club on September 27, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Jack Thomas/Getty Images)
In fact, at just 17, he became the youngest boxer to win the Youth World Championships in Reno. Subsequently, he turned professional in 2015. Back when he debuted in the sport, no one expected him to trace such a glorious boxing run. But crushing all his naysayers, the 22-year-old became a top-notch prospect in the 135-pound division.
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What is your favorite highlight of Devin Haney’s ecstatic career?
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