Devin Haney will face Jose Ramirez on May 3 in Times Square, New York City. The fight marks Haney's return to the ring after more than a year away.
Haney, 26, and Ramirez will meet at a 144-pound catchweight. The former undisputed champion Haney last fought in April 2024 against Ryan Garcia. That bout ended in controversy when Garcia tested positive for the banned substance Ostarine, changing the initial majority decision loss for Haney to a no contest.
Ramirez, a former unified super lightweight world champion, looks to bounce back after losing to Arnold Barboza last year. The matchup pits two fighters eager to regain their footing in the sport.
Oscar De La Hoya, speaking to DAZNBoxing/status/1906174414523121995?t=sOVHrRRF23Q9AOHVwoxtlQ&s=31" rel="noopener" target="_blank">DAZN
, offered a bold prediction for the fight:"I feel that Ramirez is gonna do a number on Devin Haney. We're not gonna see Ryan Garcia-Devin Haney 2. I believe Ramirez will stop the show."
De La Hoya bases his prediction on several factors. He believes Ramirez will come in "guns blazing" and senses an opportunity. The promoter also thinks Haney might be a "shot fighter" after the Garcia bout, noting that Haney's demeanor seemed "lost." De La Hoya points out that Ramirez still has power, legs, and a dangerous left hook.
The fight card will also feature Ryan Garcia, who's currently serving a one-year ban due to his positive test for Ostarine. Garcia will face Rolando 'Rolly' Romero on the same night.
If both Haney and Garcia win their respective fights, a rematch between them could happen later this year. For now, all eyes will be on Times Square as Haney and Ramirez look to make their mark in this important catchweight clash.
