Richardson Hitchins got the win on points over Ricardo Salas this weekend but how does a Devin Haney fight play out?
Hitchins had called out his fellow American not long ago and both are undefeated and are in the welterweight division as well.
Haney is looking at the Keyshawn Davis fight for now, but here is how a fight between Hitchins and Haney might play out a bit:
- Both are pure technicians who prioritize the jab as their primary weapon.
- Both prefer to fight on the back foot, controlling distance rather than brawling.
- Hitchins is naturally bigger and longer (74″ reach), which could give him a physical edge.
- Haney is more active with higher punch volume over 12 rounds.
- Hitchins is more economical and accurate, throwing fewer but cleaner shots.
- Both have elite footwork and defensive awareness.
- Haney uses lateral movement to circle and avoid exchanges.
- Hitchins uses head movement and timing to slip and counter.
- Haney has proven himself against a higher level of opposition.
- Hitchins is still unproven against true elite-level fighters.
- Haney’s chin has been tested and cracked (Garcia knockdowns); Hitchins has never been seriously hurt.
- Haney may have lingering confidence issues after the Garcia loss.
- Hitchins is younger, fresher, and on the rise with momentum.
- Haney has the edge in experience and big-fight pedigree.
- Stylistically, it would be a chess match where the first to land a significant shot could take control.
All in all, Richardson Hitchins is still making a name for himself as well.
Devin Haney more established in the US and worldwide for now.
But never say never to the fight at some point.
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