Haney Drops Norman Jr.; Becomes New WBO 147 Champ

November 23, 2025

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Haney Drops Norman Jr.; Becomes New WBO 147 Champ

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Devin Haney beat Brian Norman Jr. to become the WBO Welterweight Champion in a unanimous decision, 114-113, 117-110, 116-111, as you can see how the fight played out live.

Norman Jr. had three consecutive stoppage victories, most recently securing a decisive fifth-round knockout against Jin Sasaki. Norman Jr.’s style is defined by his aggression, precise timing, and willingness to engage, traits that have quickly established him as one of the most dangerous punchers in the 147-pound division.

Meanwhile, Haney was seeking to cement his legacy by claiming a world title in a third weight class. Haney’s previous outing was a decision victory over Jose Ramirez in May, a win that successfully helped him move past the controversy and no-contest ruling from his fight with Ryan Garcia. And now Haney had added a third belt.

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♟️ R1: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – CHESS MATCH! 🧐

It's a right-hander battle between Haney, the master boxer, and Norman, the puncher! Haney is immediately on the back foot. It's a total chess match early—neither man is letting their hands go. Very little action of note so far.

But…
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🤯 R2: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – SHOCK KNOCKDOWN! 💥

Haney came out flat in the first, but he's turned it on! A nice left hook counter from Haney catches Norman coming in! He follows up with the jab—the confidence booster he clearly needed! 💪

Then, ANOTHER HOOK FROM HANEY AND… https://t.co/cEg6xRRSN5
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🥊 R3: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – UNEXPECTED POWER! 😲

I don't think anybody expected Haney to be landing the more damaging shots and rocking Norman like that! 🤯 Nice jab from Haney, countered by a left hook from Norman.

Haney walks Norman onto a short, chopping right hand. This…
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💪 R4: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – JAB DOMINANCE! 🎯

A strong jab from Haney drove Norman backward in the opening minute of Round 4! Haney lands the jab again, asserting control. Norman fires back with a short hook.

Then, a powerful jab knocks Norman's head back! 💥 Haney's…
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👑 R5: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – MASTERCLASS! ✨

A trio of lefts from Norman briefly backs up Haney, but nothing lands clean. Haney calmly circles back to the center. Then, a sharp one-two from Haney drives Norman back! Good combination! 💥

The vibe here is clear: if Haney truly…
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🛑 R6: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – HALFWAY MARK 📉

We're into the second half of this contest, and Norman is dangerously close to the "needing a KO to win" territory against the dominant Haney! 😬 He needs to find something huge, fast! ⏰
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⚡ R7: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – BUZZING! 👂

A nice left hook from Haney buzzes Norman as he jumps in! A one-two follows, and Norman can only nod his head in acknowledgment. 🤷‍♂️

A counter hook from Haney partially connects at the halfway point. Norman has been completely…
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🛡️ R8: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – STRAIGHT SHOTS! 🎯

Straight punches are starting to get through Norman's guard! A combination forced Haney back into a corner temporarily. ⚠️

However, Haney regains control quickly: a sharp jab lands in the final minute, followed by another nice…
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📈 R9: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – NORMAN FIGHTS BACK! 👊

A pair of left hands from Norman catches Haney around the two-minute mark! He's connecting with hooks and straight lefts after leading with his right. 🎯

This is a low-output fight, meaning one or two key moments are…
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Haney Drops Norman Jr.; Becomes New WBO 147 Champ 1

😴 R11: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – CLENCH FEST! 🔒

Haney has done very little in the second half of this fight, leading to a lot of holding and clinching in this penultimate round! 😴 Even Conor Benn is pretending to be asleep ringside! 🤣

Haney lands a couple of jabs. Norman tries…
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🔔 R12: NORMAN JR. VS. HANEY – FINAL BELL! 😤

A sharp right hand from Haney chops down on Norman's chin! 🎯 Norman answers with good work on the inside, landing a combination and targeting the body as Haney tries to clinch up close.

Unfortunately, it's a lot of holding! 😥…
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👑 THREE-DIVISION CHAMPION! 🏆

Devin Haney defeats Brian Norman Jr. by unanimous decision (114-113, 117-110, 116-111) to capture the WBO Welterweight Title! 🤯 The Dream makes history, becoming a THREE-DIVISION world champion! 👏 Redemption and dominance confirmed! 🔥 https://t.co/PpGAKpXbCW
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