Haney fires back after Conor Benn mocks his hugs online

Devin Haney fired back at Conor Benn on X today after giving him a mouthful and said he knows where he practiced his “hugs” in preparation for his final fight against WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. last Saturday. In Benn’s post, he shared a meme of Haney hugging Diddy, with a big smile on Haney’s face.

Why does Benn want Haney now

Benn (24-1, 14 KOs) told Haney “Come see me.” Matchroom promoted Conor moves back from 160 to 147, and he wants to challenge Haney for his WBO title, which he won against Norman Jr. This will be a fight that will make Conor Benn millions. He has an excellent chance to destroy Haney with his punching power. It could be a mismatch.

Haney’s Preferred Ryan Rematch

So far, Devin and his father, Bill Haney, have been cool to the idea of ​​facing Benn. None of them showed interest in fighting him, despite the big money potential. It is believed the Haneys will wait until 2026 for the reunion with Ryan Garcia.

Devin Haney you minge are you still suing Ryan for battery 😂 ? Come see me soon and you will actually be involved in an exciting battle. We know where you practiced all those hugs 💤 @Realdevinhaney https://t.co/8IMnTy13FH pic.twitter.com/xpa9t8yXJ3

— Conor Nigel Benn (@ConorNigel) 25 November 2025

“Last night you tried to come and say what’s up and shake my hand. Then go on Twitter, talk loud. That’s why I’m not shaking your hand because I know you’re really ab***. That’s why you tucked your tail in and walked away. You want to argue for influence on the internet,” says Devin Haney on Xresponding to Conor Benn’s post.

Turki Money changes everything

With Turki Alalshikh involved, the payday that could see Haney fight Ryan (24-2, 20 KOs) in a rematch would be enormous. It’s a matchup perfect for Netflix, and it’s a more winnable one for Haney than facing big-hitting Conor Benn. He is rough and would walk through Devin’s stitches.

What happens when they fight?

The complaint that Haney made as his primary defense against Norman Jr. used, probably won’t be effective against Conor. He would throw when Haney would try to grab, and the fight could end quickly.