May 05, 2025

Haney vs Ramirez: Rebuilding After the Fall

Devin Haney was once seen as one of the most complete fighters in boxing. But after the knockdowns against Ryan Garcia, the public isn't convinced anymore. Now comes the real test against a puncher like Jose Ramirez. Can Haney still take the power—or did Garcia leave damage that can't be undone?

Let's break it down.

Tale of the Tape

Age: Haney (26), Ramirez (32)
Height: Haney 5'8", Ramirez 5'10"
Reach: Haney 71", Ramirez 72"
Weight Class: Welterweight debut for both
Recent Activity: Haney — 13 months since last fight (No Contest vs Garcia); Ramirez — 8 months since last fight (loss to Barboza)
Trainer: Haney trained by Bill Haney; Ramirez trained by Robert Garcia

Fighter Style Deep Dive

Devin Haney

Strengths: Sharp jab, elite footwork, control of distance, defensive discipline
Weaknesses: Questionable punch resistance after Garcia knockdowns, sometimes clinches excessively
X-Factors: Ability to control the ring and dominate distance like few others

Haney was once seen as a master technician, defeating names like Kambosos and Lomachenko. His jab is still one of the best in boxing. His discipline inside the ring is what separated him from most. But April 2024 changed the conversation. Against Garcia, Haney was dropped three times, exposed in ways he never had been before. It raised the biggest question of all: can the chin hold up?

Jose Ramirez

Strengths: Relentless pressure, body punching, power to head and body
Weaknesses: Struggles against pure boxers, linear footwork, defensive lapses
X-Factors: Ability to cut the ring off; how well he adapts if frustrated early

Ramirez is a tough, pressure-heavy fighter. He pounds the body, forces exchanges, and looks to break opponents down over time. He’s battle-tested, but he's also shown he can be outboxed. Fighters who stick and move — like Postol and Barboza — have given him trouble. Against Haney, he'll have to find a way to close distance without walking into sharp counters.

Comparative Matchup

Distance Control: Edge to Haney if he stays disciplined with the jab.
Speed vs Strength: Haney's quickness vs Ramirez's physicality.
Chin vs Power: Ramirez can hurt him; Haney's durability will be tested.
Discipline vs Relentlessness: If Haney boxes smart, he wins. If he trades too often, he risks everything.
Momentum: Haney's ability to stay composed if things get rough is key. Ramirez must create chaos early.

Paths to Victory

Haney wins by boxing clean, jabbing, clinching inside, and racking up rounds without giving Ramirez openings. He must avoid fighting Ramirez's fight.

Ramirez wins by turning it ugly early, getting to Haney's body, and forcing a war before Haney can settle into rhythm.

Prediction

Smart pick: Devin Haney by Unanimous Decision.

Haney’s skillset should control most of the fight. Ramirez is dangerous and could cause scary moments, but unless Haney's chin is truly broken, his speed, movement, and jab should carry him to a points win. Expect some tense exchanges, but Haney’s discipline should prevail.

Aftermath: Where a Win or Loss Takes Them

If Haney wins: He sets up a mega rematch with Ryan Garcia later in 2025. The rebuild is complete.
If Ramirez wins: He breathes new life into his career and throws the welterweight division into chaos.
If Haney loses: It’s a freefall. From prodigy to question mark in two fights.

If Ramirez loses: His days at the top level are over.

Friday is not about belts. It’s about redemption. About rebuilding everything that was taken.

Devin Haney has the skill. Jose Ramirez has the hunger.

Both have everything to lose. Only one can win.

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