In the never-ending theatre of boxing banter,  one name is once again stirring the pot—Devin Haney. The former undisputed lightweight champion and current WBC super lightweight kingpin has dropped a spicy revelation through his father and longtime trainer Bill Haney: a 10-man hitlist that could rattle even the most composed contenders. 

It all began with a now-viral community post by Tha Boxing Voice, featuring a segment where Bill Haney dialed in to discuss the fighters that his son Devin has his eyes on next. The elder Haney, known for being as strategic with his words as he is in his son’s corner, teased fans with this bombshell. The list, while not ranked, included a mix of elite contenders and rising threats across multiple divisions.

“I won’t say number one,” Bill clarified when asked if Teofimo Lopez topped the list. “But I will say that’s who I know Devin is looking for right now.” The former unified lightweight champion Lopez, now holding the WBO super lightweight strap, has been the subject of crossfire with the Haney camp for over a year, making his mention unsurprising but still headline-worthy.

But what really framed the picture was the full list. “We’ve got 8 other guys mixed in there—Boots [Jaron Ennis] is in there at some capacity, Conor Benn is in there, Shakur Stevenson, Keyshawn Davis, Richardson Hitchins, Mario Barrios, and you got Brian Norman,” said Haney Sr., before landing the final blow: “Number 10 on the list is Ryan Garcia… because of his performance inside and outside the ring.”

And in true boxing Twitter fashion, fans didn’t need a press conference to light the match. As user Tolu Sal tagged Hitchins in response to the post with “@HeIsRichardson Devin Haney calling you out,” the Brooklyn-born boxer hit back with the sarcastic gem: “I’m so scared”—followed by a shocked-face emoji, for extra spice. 

This cheeky dig isn’t just a joke—it’s a statement. Hitchins, with his 18-0 record and famously evasive style, isn’t known for trash talk, which makes his playful jab all the more entertaining. He’s been quietly climbing the super lightweight ladder, and this moment might’ve just positioned him for the spotlight he’s long deserved.

Meanwhile, Haney’s hitlist reveals more than names—it showcases intent. From calling out undefeated giants like Ennis and Davis to attempting to settle old scores with Garcia and Lopez, the 25-year-old seems ready to steer through weight classes. But whether these names are legitimate next opponents or just psychological warfare, one thing is clear: Devin Haney wants to run the block. So now, the ball’s in the court of each name called. Will they step up, or step away?

Oscar De La Hoya’s Thoughts on the Haney Hitlist

The tension between Devin Haney’s camp and Oscar De La Hoya has evolved from mere boxing politics into full-on internet warfare. This rivalry, sparked back in April 2024 during the chaotic lead-up to Haney’s controversial bout with Ryan Garcia, has festered through public jabs, online digs, and nearly a physical altercation at a press conference just weeks ago. And now, it’s been reignited—thanks to a 10-man hitlist that has De La Hoya throwing shade again, this time with a quip straight out of a movie: “Run, Forrest, run.”

The roots of the friction dig deep. Bill Haney—never one to hold back—recently took to X to fire a Botox-laced jab at the Hall of Fame promoter, writing, “The only thing shot is Oscar De La Hoya’s face full of Botox and fillers. Not a wrinkle on the Golden Girl.” Unsurprisingly, that didn’t sit well. Their feud, which has included social media blocks and bitter exchanges, flared up yet again when Bill posted Devin’s hitlist on X. The list was packed with names across multiple divisions, including Teofimo Lopez, Shakur Stevenson, Jaron “Boots” Ennis, and yes, Ryan Garcia.

It wasn’t long before De La Hoya saw the list reposted by World Star Sport and decided to take a swipe of his own. Commenting “Run forest run 😂😂” beneath the post, the former six-division champ turned promoter reignited the flame, mocking Haney’s defensive display in his most recent win over Jose Ramirez. While Haney did secure the W via unanimous decision, the match drew criticism from fans and pundits alike for his ultra-defensive tactics, further validating De La Hoya’s jab in the eyes of many.

To add fuel to the fire, De La Hoya has now shut the door on a Haney-Garcia rematch altogether. When asked directly, the Golden Boy founder made it clear: “Zero interest whatsoever… we’re looking forward to the future.” And by “future,” it seems he means a redemption bout for Garcia against Rolando “Rolly” Romero instead. So, while Bill Haney keeps pushing his son’s name into every big conversation, it looks like De La Hoya’s camp is veering off in a different direction, at least for now.