HANEY “GIVE ME TANK NEXT”
In a dazzling display of skill and prowess, Devin Haney showcased his mastery in the ring, proving himself a formidable force against Regis Prograis in their clash on a memorable Saturday night. The Chase Center witnessed Haney's ascent to a two-division champion in his inaugural bout at 140 pounds, where he secured a resounding shutout decision over Prograis, clinching the WBC junior welterweight title.
Haney's performance was nothing short of virtuoso, as evidenced by the unanimous 120-107 scorecards from all three judges. This victory marked a significant milestone in Haney's career, adding to his accomplishments as the former undisputed lightweight champion who relinquished all four belts in late November.
A tactical maestro at just 25 years old, Haney dominated every round with precision punching, a stellar jab, and a level of ring generalship that belied his youth. The fight reached a crescendo in Round 3 when Haney sent Prograis to the canvas with a crisp right hand, setting the tone for the ensuing 12-round masterclass.
Notably, Haney entered the ring following a career-defining win over Vasiliy Lomachenko in May, a victory that solidified his undisputed championship at 135 pounds. Saturday night's encore showcased Haney's versatility as he dismantled Prograis, who had audaciously taunted him in the lead-up, dismissing his power and punch resistance.
Prograis, hailing from Houston, found himself on the receiving end of Haney's boxing prowess, landing a mere 38 punches throughout the bout and breaking the CompuBox record for the fewest punches landed in a 12-round championship fight. The previous record, held by Edwin De Los Santos, stood at 40 punches against Shakur Stevenson just a month prior.
The clash for the WBC super-lightweight world title unfolded as a one-sided affair, with Haney asserting himself as the superior boxer. Once Haney found his rhythm, he became an elusive target, showcasing dominance that left Prograis struggling to mount a meaningful offense.
The punch stats echoed the narrative of Haney's dominance, out-landing Prograis in every round, culminating in a comprehensive shutout victory. Haney's remarkable achievement of becoming a two-weight world champion at such a young age underscored his status as a rising star in the boxing world.
In contrast, Prograis managed a paltry 36 punches over the twelve rounds, including a mere five jabs, setting a new CompuBox record for the lowest number of punches landed in a 12-round fight. This accomplishment came shortly after De Los Santos had broken the record with 40 punches in his bout against Stevenson.
While Stevenson acknowledged Haney's prowess with a tweet expressing "Fair play," even Prograis himself conceded the superiority of his opponent, admitting, "That motherf***er's good, he's better than I thought he was. I just couldn't get to him. I thought he was a soft puncher, he does have power. I was down, and I was like, 'What the f*** happened?'" The spectacle of Haney's victory left spectators mesmerized, solidifying his place as a force to be reckoned with in the world of boxing.
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