This report provides a round-by-round account of the boxing match between Devin Haney and Jose Ramirez. The fight took place on Friday as a co-main event at Times Square in New York City.
The bout was available for viewing on DAZN pay-per-view. This summary focuses solely on the main fight itself.
Devin Haney entered the ring with a record of 31 wins and 0 losses, with 1 no-contest. This was his first fight since his April 2024 bout against Ryan Garcia. That match ended in controversy when Garcia missed weight and won by majority decision, but the result was later changed to a no-contest after Garcia tested positive for a banned substance. The ruling restored Haney`s undefeated record, and Garcia was suspended for a year.
His opponent, Jose Ramirez, held a record of 29 wins and 2 losses. Ramirez, a former light welterweight champion, was looking to rebound after a recent defeat to Arnold Barboza. This contest was held at a 144-pound catchweight.
Below is the detailed round-by-round summary of the fight:
Round 1
The round opened with an early clinch quickly broken up. The initial minute saw very little action. Haney landed a jab while consistently circling, making it difficult for Ramirez to find his range. Ramirez attempted to land his jab but struggled to connect. Haney landed another jab later on. Scoring was minimal, but Haney landed the few punches he threw.
Score: 10-9 Haney
Round 2
Haney continued his extensive circling. He landed a quick jab. Ramirez`s output remained low as well. Haney landed another good jab and slipped under a Ramirez punch leading to a tangle. Haney connected with a left hook and a right hand. Commentary noted Haney`s unusual performance but highlighted Ramirez`s even lower activity level.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 20-18 Haney.
Round 3
Haney landed a lead left hook and a counter left that appeared to affect Ramirez. He followed with a quick combination and another right hand. Ramirez pressed forward but was largely inactive with punches. Ramirez did land a left hook as Haney moved in. Haney finished the round with a right hand and a solid jab.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 30-27 Haney.
Round 4
Haney maintained significant side-to-side movement with limited punching, matched by Ramirez`s low output. Haney landed a jab and a left hook. He began attempting power shots, but Ramirez seemed to anticipate them. Haney landed another left hook. The strategic approach from both fighters remained unclear.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 40-36 Haney.
Round 5
Ramirez landed a glancing jab in another slow opening minute. Haney continued circling. Haney connected with a 1-2 combination. Ramirez responded with a jab. Haney landed a quick left. A brief clash led to a tie-up before returning to the pattern of movement and defense.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 50-45 Haney.
Round 6
Ramirez started the round throwing a couple of punches, though they didn`t land, showing slightly more initiative. Haney landed a sharp counter right. Ramirez used his jab. This round saw slightly more engagement. Ramirez landed a jab and two body shots. Haney responded with a right hand to the body. Haney jabbed while avoiding Ramirez`s attempts. Ramirez landed a right hand and pressured Haney into a corner, showing some effectiveness despite the rough nature of the action.
Score: 10-9 Ramirez. Overall: 59-55 Haney.
Round 7
Action was minimal at the start of the seventh round. Haney landed a quick two-punch combination and tested Ramirez with his jab. The round was largely a staring contest until Ramirez launched a lunging right hand. Haney showed a burst of activity towards the end of the round.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 69-64 Haney.
Round 8
Haney continued his circling movement. He did enough with his jab to score, landing a good one as Ramirez attempted to advance. Haney landed a lead left hook and a three-punch combination. Ramirez landed a body shot after a separation. Haney increased his activity level with 30 seconds remaining in the round.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 79-73 Haney.
Round 9
Haney began the round with a solid combination. This was followed by little action other than a tie-up. Haney landed a precise right hand that visibly affected Ramirez. Haney landed a lead left hook; Ramirez offered little in response. Ramirez landed a left hook. Haney used his pawing jab effectively to set up a right hand. Ramirez landed a jab to the body.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 89-82 Haney.
Round 10
Ramirez attempted to walk Haney down, but Haney simply tied him up. The round was uneventful for periods. Haney scored with a right hand and short inside punches during clinches. Ramirez connected with a jab. Haney landed a punch and then successfully evaded a Ramirez flurry. Ramirez landed another punch as he became slightly more adventurous.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 99-91 Haney.
Round 11
Ramirez came forward, and Haney pushed his way out of the corner. The intense defensive battle continued. Ramirez threw more punches, but Haney effectively ducked and moved away. Ramirez landed to the body. Haney responded with a 1-2 combination and jabs while circling. Haney landed a fast counter right that caught Ramirez off balance.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 109-100 Haney.
Round 12
Entering the final round, the fight`s slow pace was notable. Haney`s circling remained a key element. Ramirez threw largely ineffective punches. Haney landed a jab and skillfully evaded Ramirez in the corner. He continued to do the minimum necessary to stay out of trouble, circling and dodging whenever Ramirez closed distance. Haney landed a final jab. Both fighters demonstrated significant endurance.
Score: 10-9 Haney. Overall: 119-109 Haney.
Official Result: Devin Haney defeated Jose Ramirez via unanimous decision. The judges scored the fight 119-109, 119-109, and 118-110 in favor of Haney.
