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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)
It seems like Sean O?Malley is finding it hard to rest easy lately. Just days after going after calling out Gervonta ?Tank? Davis, the UFC MMA artist seems to have boxing on his mind
In a recent Twitter exchange, Sean O’Malley, known for his flashy fighting style and outspoken personality, stirred up the combat sports world by expressing his desire to square off against Lightweight boxing champ Devin Haney.
It is no surprise that UFC fighters are taking a sudden interest in boxing. The purse is much better. This Twitter skirmish has ignited the imagination of fight fans worldwide, prompting questions about the feasibility of such a crossover clash and the potential fireworks it could produce. Fans and pundits look forward to special crossover exhibitions, much like us when our two favorite shows have a crossover episode. The hype is real, the popularity is higher, and in turn, the revenue is plenty.
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Devin Haney and His Defiant Response
Devin Haney, the current undisputed Lightweight champion, recently took to X (Formerly Twitter) to make a resounding declaration. ?Nothing will break me? a resounding oath, promise, covenant, whatever it is.
O’Malley though, never one to shy away from a challenge, tweeted, “I would break you,” The world of combat sports is no stranger to the callouts and feuds, it seems like we are at the start of a fresh one now. These tweets ignited a response by a flurry of fans, that are waiting in anticipation for a possible crossover match. Though Haney, for obvious reasons, didn?t take the objection lightly. ?I guess y’all MMA punks haven?t learned yet.? While UFC boasts of various fighting styles, most fighters who embark into boxing lack the stamina for the rigorous 12-round 3-minute bout.?
While the two combat sports are completely different in styles, we can see why UFC fighters venture on to boxing. It’s their Golden Goose. Not only is the thrill of the sport higher, but in most cases, the bag and the contests are better too. Maybe Sean O?Malley won’t rest easy till he does have a chance to enter the ring. He has not only gone after Devin Haney, but recently, he went after Gervonta Davis too.
I guess yall MMA punks haven?t learned yet.. https://t.co/PO2yxS0gHt
? Devin Haney (@Realdevinhaney) September 14, 2023
The Entertainment Factor
While crossover bouts between MMA fighters and boxers are not uncommon, the dynamics of such matchups always spark intrigue. In a response to a comment made by Kenny Ellis, who said that ? Tank would whoop his *ss first round?, O?Malley challenged, commenting about their height difference by simply retweeting ?LOLZ dudes 5?2?. Boxing fanatics know for a fact that size has nothing to do with your prowess, there are various factors that need to be hashed out before a bout even happens.
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May 20, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, United States: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA -May 20: Devin Haney celebrates his victory over Vasyl Lomachenko in their 12-round main-event Undisputed Lightweight Title bout at TopRank on ESPN – Haney v Loma at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 20, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas, Nevada United States – ZUMAp175 20230520_zsa_p175_283 Copyright: xAlejandroxSalazarx
Although the anticipation for a crossover bout is thrilling, It’s important to note that negotiations for such a fight would be complex, involving multiple parties, including the UFC and various boxing promoters. Financial considerations, weight class agreements, and the venue would all be factors requiring careful negotiation.
Moreover, the clash of personalities between O’Malley, Davis, and Haney could add an extra layer of entertainment value to the buildup of the potential showdown. Fans love a good rivalry, and this Twitter exchange has already laid the groundwork for a compelling narrative.
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