“Ideally, I’d [take on] Devin Haney next for a unified title,” Crocker said in an interview with DAZN. “That’s the biggest fight in the division. There are plenty of options, but if you’re asking me, that’s the fight I’d want next.”
Crocker noted that several possible opponents exist at welterweight, but said Haney stands out given his championship status and profile. A fight between the two would involve two of the division’s four titleholders.
Haney has previously spoken about his interest in unifying the welterweight division and has publicly targeted a fight with WBA champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero. However, Romero has since ruled out a bout with Haney, which could affect Haney’s immediate plans.
With Romero no longer an option, Crocker’s name could factor into future discussions if the WBO champion looks elsewhere for a unification opportunity. Crocker did not indicate that talks are underway, but said the matchup would be appealing from a competitive standpoint.
Crocker was also asked about other potential fights at welterweight, including a possible bout with Conor Benn. Benn has been named the mandatory challenger for the WBC welterweight title, currently held by Mario Barrios, who is scheduled to defend against Ryan Garcia on February 21.
“It’s an entertaining fight for the fans,” Crocker said when asked about Benn. “But he’s mandatory for the WBC. If I still have my title, which I will, then that’s a great fight to make for the future.”
Benn has said his focus remains on securing a fight with the winner of the Barrios-Garcia bout. If Benn were to capture the WBC title, it could open the door for a unification bout with Crocker down the line.
For now, Crocker said his attention remains on defending his IBF title and evaluating the available options in a crowded welterweight division, with unification remaining a stated goal.
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