HANEY'S GREED: IS THE AMERICAN PRICING HIMSELF OUT OF THE BIG FIGHTS?

Eddie Hearn, never one to mince his words, has dropped a right hook on Devin Haney's current demands. The Matchroom supremo reckons Haney's asking for 'crazy money' to step into the squared circle. This isn't just a bit of posturing; it’s a proper insight into the high-stakes poker game that is modern boxing negotiation. Haney, a unified world champion, clearly believes his stock is sky-high, and fair play to him for wanting his worth. But there's a fine line between knowing your value and pricing yourself out of the fights the fans actually want to see.

We've seen it before, haven't we? Fighters chasing the pot of gold, only to find themselves on the sidelines while other hungry lads get on with it. The sweet science thrives on competitive bouts, not on endless haggling. Hearn’s comments suggest Haney’s team might be overplaying their hand. Is he looking for a 'Lennox Lewis money' fight before he's truly cemented himself as an all-time great? The British boxing faithful, who've seen the likes of Hatton and Froch take on all comers, demand action. If Haney's demands mean we miss out on a proper tear-up, then it's the fans who lose. Let's hope common sense, and the desire for legacy, prevails over pure avarice. Get in the ring, lad, and earn your keep.