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In the illustrious world of boxing, punches aren’t just thrown in the ring. They’re sometimes landed on social media. Odd, isn’t it? Two world-class athletes, swiping and typing faster than they jab. A recent Twitter skirmish has fans raising eyebrows, not in awe of a knockout, but in response to typed tirades. It seems a calendar page – of all things – is the latest arena for conflict. Regis Prograis and Devin Haney, two giants of the sport, are at the center of this digital dust-up.

And guess what? It’s not about gloves, guards, or grudges. It’s about dates. A mere day on a calendar has ignited a firestorm, drawing more attention than a title bout announcement. Curious yet?

Devin Haney vs. Regis: The unexpected Twitter takedown

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In a sport renowned for its hard hits and quick footwork, there’s an unexpected place where many boxers now square off: the digital domain of Twitter. This space has become an outlet for fighters to vent, challenge, and sometimes, throw shade. And recently, it was Regis Prograis who took the lead in this virtual ring.

Stepping onto his platform, Prograis didn’t mince words. He asserted, “Man, they got some p**sy in this fight game right now. So, you know me and Haney are supposed to fight, right? We agreed on a date, and now they’re trying to move it.”

He went on to call out the Haney camp for what he perceives as sly tactics, emphasizing his commitment by stating, “I signed the contract for the date already. The date is in the contract. Y’all can’t move it!”

In response, Haney, quick on his feet and his fingers, shot back with a comment highlighting a potential oversight on Prograis’ part. “This dumb n***a wanna fight the same day as Tyson Fury but swear he knows so much about the ‘business’ of boxing,” he tweeted.

Flashback to the buildup: How Prograis and Haney’s twitter tease set the stage for their upcoming clash

Nearly a month ago, the boxing community was abuzz with excitement, triggered by an enticing Twitter exchange between two titans. Regis Prograis, the reigning WBC super Lightweight champion, had just defended his title against Danielito Zorrilla and wasted no time in gauging his next move, directly challenging Devin Haney for a potential November face-off.

Haney, with his stellar track record, confidently hinted at an October date. Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing later suggested that talks were underway, hinting at Haney’s bold leap into the super Lightweight division to meet Prograis head-on. This initial online spar set in motion the anticipation for a bout that promises a riveting showdown between two of boxing’s finest.

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Both Prograis and Haney have laid their cards on the table, but the final round remains to be seen. Will this online tussle translate to an even fiercer face-off in the ring? As the anticipation builds, one question lingers for the fans: Who do you think will come out on top when the gloves are finally on? Your thoughts?

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