The amount of money of the Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr purse is now known in terms of the minimum both will earn.
Soon, Haney steps up to welterweight for the first time.
When he takes on WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr.
Two young American top level fighters in the sport but someone must lose and someone must win.
Brian Norman is not a big name at all in boxing but Haney has secured a very good pay day for such a low key name.
As a minimum.
Here’s the facts.
Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr Purse
Devin Haney is guaranteed $12 million for the fight, as part of a three-fight, $36 million deal he signed with promoter Turki Alalshikh — this has been cited by Brian Norman Sr. as the reason Haney accepted the matchup despite the risk.
Brian Norman Jr. is receiving a $3 million purse for the title defense, marking a career high (up from $650,000 in his prior fight) and more than the $2.2 million he sought (but was denied) for a previously rejected unification bout against Jaron “Boots” Ennis.
The fight takes place on November 22nd in Saudi Arabia.
Not long to go now.
Roll on what should be a great night for the sport.
David Benavidez and Artur Beterbiev will also be in action.
For those that don’t know much about Brian Norman Jr – here’s 10 facts on him.
