Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr. Previews, Predictions and Betting Odds

The co-main event might be as intriguing as any matchup on the schedule. Devin Haney’s return has been circled for months, and now he steps in with an unbeaten threat who has quietly built a reputation of finishing power.

Haney’s Return vs Norman’s Power

The last time Devin Haney stepped into the ring, it happened on one of boxing’s most ambitious stages—a May 3rd Times Square event that made history. While the atmosphere was electric, his fight with Jose Ramirez never reached that level. Both fighters shared the blame, but Haney boxed safely, controlled the pace and cruised to a wide decision. It wasn’t thrilling, but it was strategic—and it kept his momentum alive.

Brian Norman Jr. brings a much different energy. He fought just a month later, traveling to Tokyo on June 19 and stopping Jin Sasaki in the fifth round to retain his WBO title. Sitting at 28-0 with 22 knockouts, Norman may not have the marquee names on his resume, but he has handled business with everyone placed in front of him. His aggression, punch-through-guard power and physicality make him one of the most dangerous young fighters Haney has faced especially with the move up in weight.

Stylistically, this is a classic meeting of a pure boxer versus a boxer-puncher. For Haney, the key returns to a weapon missing in his last performance: an active, effective jab. Moving up to welterweight for the first time, he’ll need that jab to establish range and prevent Norman from walking him down. If the jab lands clean and consistently, the rest of his arsenal opens up—especially his straight right and check hook.

Norman will be the stalker. He’ll press forward, test Haney’s ability to hold the center, and look to dig the body early to take Haney’s legs away. The question is whether Norman’s feet are fast enough to cut off the ring before Haney’s movement disrupts him. If he traps Haney on the ropes, the power is real enough to flip the fight in a single moment.

But unless Haney makes major mistakes, it’s hard to see him allowing Norman’s pressure to fully take over. Haney’s defensive awareness, jab control and ring IQ still give him the edge in a high-risk co-main.

Prediction

Prediction: Devin Haney by Decision But the threat is real—if Haney is not sharp, Norman becomes a serious upset possibility.

FanDuel Betting Odds for the Full Card

• Abdullah Mason: -430
• Sam Noakes: +300
• Jesse Rodriguez: -1200
• Fernando Daniel Martinez: +670
• Brian Norman Jr.: -112
• Devin Haney: -112
• David Benavidez: -1200
• Anthony Yarde: +680