Shakhram Giyasov’s Frustration in the Welterweight Division
Shakhram Giyasov, the persistent WBA mandatory challenger in the welterweight division, has expressed his frustration and quest for fairness following the announcement that Devin Haney will be squaring off against Rolando “Rolly” Romero on May 30 in Las Vegas. This matchup, confirmed by World Boxing News, has left Giyasov awaiting his long-overdue title opportunity for nearly three years.
Call for Justice
In a recent statement to WBN, the Uzbek fighter conveyed his desire for justice regarding the situation.
“I hope that there will be justice,”
Giyasov remarked, highlighting his continued expectation for a chance to contend for the championship.
Despite holding his mandatory status, Giyasov has watched as Romero pursued several other potential bouts, none of which came to fruition. As Haney’s upcoming fight with Romero takes precedence, Giyasov’s prospects for a title shot appear increasingly uncertain, prompting him to focus on what truly matters: wining belts rather than fixating on individual opponents.
Priorities and Readiness
Although Giyasov had previously expressed interest in challenging Ryan Garcia for the WBC title, his priority remains gaining title opportunities in general. He noted,
“I’m ready always for all fights. It doesn’t matter who the opponent is; the most important are the belts and the big fights.”
Interestingly, Giyasov distanced himself from the politics surrounding the WBA. When questioned about any intent to push for Romero’s potential stripping from the title shot, he clarified,
“I had no relation to him. I wasn’t waiting for my moment when I would smear him.”
Additionally, when asked if he was prepared to move forward, he confidently confirmed,
“Of course,”
underscoring that he remains the longest-serving mandatory contender in the division during a time of significant inactivity in the championship landscape.
Conclusion
As the welterweight title picture evolves, Giyasov undoubtedly hopes his call for fairness is heard amid the ongoing operational complexities in boxing.
