Bill Haney has told Shakur Stevenson to sign the proposed 144-pound bout agreement with Devin Haney, pushing back on the idea that Haney must settle his WBO welterweight title situation first.
The public message keeps the Haney-Stevenson talks focused on two issues: the catchweight and the belt. Team Haney says the fight agreement is already there. Stevenson’s side has pointed to Haney’s WBO title as an obstacle before the matchup can move forward.
Bill Haney posted the message on X:
Devin Haney doesn’t need to drop anything first. Sign the 144 lb bout agreement, or DHP moves on.
— Bill Haney (@BillHaney77) July 14, 2026
Bill Haney Says The Agreement Comes First
Haney’s post is the clearest statement yet from his side. They are not saying Devin has to vacate before Stevenson signs. They are saying Stevenson should accept the 144-pound terms first, then the rest of the title conversation can be handled after a deal is in place.
The 144-pound number matters because it would put the fight below the welterweight limit, where Haney currently holds the WBO belt, while still bringing Stevenson up for a major name fight. That makes the matchup valuable even if it does not move forward as a standard title defense.
Haney is coming off his decision win over Jose Ramirez, while Stevenson has been tied to bigger business since signing with Zuffa Boxing. A Haney fight would be one of the most marketable options available to Stevenson, especially after his win over Teofimo Lopez.
For now, the public demand is simple. Bill Haney wants Stevenson to sign at 144 pounds or let Devin Haney Promotions move on. Until Stevenson responds or the bout agreement is completed, the fight remains a negotiation rather than an announced matchup.
