Undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney has confirmed a December 19 title unification fight against IBF super lightweight titleholder Liam Paro. Speaking ahead of the announcement, Haney stated, "My resume speaks for itself," emphasizing his confidence heading into the cross-divisional showdown.
The bout will see Haney move up to 140 pounds to challenge Paro for the IBF super lightweight championship, with Haney's WBC title also on the line. The fight represents Haney's first move up in weight class since becoming undisputed champion at 135 pounds.
Paro, the Australian southpaw, captured the IBF title with a split-decision victory over Subriel Matias in June. The December 19 date positions the fight as a major year-end boxing event.
