Career Timeline of Devin Haney: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Devin Haney, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Devin Miles Haney is an American professional boxer who has achieved significant success in multiple weight classes. He has held world championships in three weight divisions, most recently the WBO welterweight title since November 2025. Haney previously held the undisputed lightweight championship from 2022 to 2023 and the WBC super lightweight title from 2023 to 2024, marking him as a prominent figure in contemporary boxing.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

February 2, 2018: Fight Scrapped Due to Visa Issues

On February 2, 2018, Devin Haney's scheduled fight against Harmonito Dela Torre was scrapped due to Dela Torre's travel visa issues.

January 11, 2019: Haney Defeats Ndongeni

On January 11, 2019, Devin Haney defeated Xolisani Ndongeni, securing a 10-round unanimous decision win.

May 25, 2019: Haney Defeats Moran via Knockout

On May 25, 2019, Devin Haney defeated Antonio Moran via a seventh-round knockout, marking his first match under the Matchroom banner.

September 13, 2019: Haney Wins WBC Interim Lightweight Title

On September 13, 2019, Devin Haney defeated Zaur Abdullaev to win the vacant WBC interim lightweight title.

October 2019: Haney Becomes WBC Lightweight Champion

In October 2019, Devin Haney became the WBC lightweight champion after Vasiliy Lomachenko was promoted to "Franchise Champion" by the WBC.

November 2019: Haney's First Title Defense

In November 2019, Devin Haney made his first title defense against Alfredo Santiago, winning by unanimous decision at the KSI vs. Logan Paul II event. He later injured his shoulder, requiring surgery.

October 2, 2020: Haney to Defend Title Against Gamboa

On October 2, 2020, it was revealed that Devin Haney would make the second defense of his WBC lightweight title against Yuriorkis Gamboa on November 7, 2020.

November 7, 2020: Haney Defeats Gamboa by Unanimous Decision

On November 7, 2020, Devin Haney defeated Yuriorkis Gamboa by a dominant unanimous decision, defending his WBC lightweight title. The fight took place at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida.

May 29, 2021: Haney Defeats Linares by Unanimous Decision

On May 29, 2021, Devin Haney defended his WBC lightweight title against Jorge Linares, winning by unanimous decision, although he was hurt in the later rounds and the crowd voiced their displeasure.

November 27, 2021: Garcia Withdraws from Fight

On November 27, 2021, Ryan Garcia withdrew from his scheduled fight against Joseph Diaz due to a hand injury, leading to Diaz challenging Haney for his full world title instead.

June 2022: Haney Becomes Undisputed Lightweight Champion

In June 2022, Devin Haney defeated George Kambosos Jr. in Melbourne, Australia to become the first undisputed lightweight champion in the four-belt era.

October 2022: Haney Rematch with Kambosos

In October 2022, Devin Haney had a rematch with George Kambosos Jr. in Australia, as per the automatic rematch clause.

October 16, 2022: Haney Defeats Kambosos in Rematch

On October 16, 2022, Devin Haney defeated George Kambosos Jr. via unanimous decision in their rematch at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia.

2022: Haney Became Undisputed Lightweight Champion

In 2022, Devin Haney became the undisputed lightweight champion.

March 29, 2023: Haney vs Lomachenko Confirmed

On March 29, 2023, it was confirmed that Devin Haney would defend his undisputed lightweight titles against Vasiliy Lomachenko on May 20, 2023.

May 20, 2023: Haney vs Lomachenko Fight

On May 20, 2023, Devin Haney was scheduled to defend his undisputed lightweight titles against Vasiliy Lomachenko.

December 9, 2023: Haney Challenges Prograis for WBC Title

On December 9, 2023, Devin Haney moved up a weight class to challenge Regis Prograis for the WBC super lightweight title in San Francisco, California.

2023: Haney relinquished Undisputed Lightweight Title

In 2023, Devin Haney relinquished the undisputed lightweight title.

April 20, 2024: Haney vs. Garcia Fight

On April 20, 2024, Devin Haney fought Ryan Garcia in a non-title fight due to Garcia missing weight. Garcia also agreed to a wager of $500,000 for every pound he was over the limit.