David Haye explains why he's not fighting Shannon Briggs

[.:: JSFD26 ::.]

Pfft... He sees it as too big a risk. If he can do this goofy ass "Haye Day" stuff and the Brits buy it, he can fight an actual boxer (or former boxer considering Shannon's age) and sell it.

Do you people seriously believe Briggs is too much risk for Haye? Maybe not you but some people here seriously believe Briggs would beat Haye as if they haven't seen Briggs fight recently... It boggles me tbh.

[Redd Foxx]

Do you people seriously believe Briggs is too much risk for Haye? Maybe not you but some people here seriously believe Briggs would beat Haye as if they haven't seen Briggs fight recently... It boggles me tbh.

I've never said I thought Briggs was much of a threat. However, when you look at Haye's last two opponents, it becomes clear what his game is. He's not going to take on anyone challenging unless he can maximize his returns. I think that Haye sees Briggs as too risky. He'd only do it if he thought he could steal a belt off him.
Remember when Browne won that strap and Haye immediately piped up, trying to be first in line for it? Meanwhile, he could have easily pursued Joshua or Wilder but Haye isn't about that life anymore. I'm all about fighters being smart but his emphasis on risk/reward these days is purely shameless. The guy has no heart for boxing.

[Robbie Barrett]

I've never said I thought Briggs was much of a threat. However, when you look at Haye's last two opponents, it becomes clear what his game is. He's not going to take on anyone challenging unless he can maximize his returns. I think that Haye sees Briggs as too risky. He'd only do it if he thought he could steal a belt off him.
Remember when Browne won that strap and Haye immediately piped up, trying to be first in line for it? Meanwhile, he could have easily pursued Joshua or Wilder but Haye isn't about that life anymore. I'm all about fighters being smart but his emphasis on risk/reward these days is purely shameless. The guy has no heart for boxing.

It's funny because that's exactly what Briggs is doing. Haye has also been wanting to fight Joshua and calling him out, Hearn said no.

[.:: JSFD26 ::.]

I've never said I thought Briggs was much of a threat. However, when you look at Haye's last two opponents, it becomes clear what his game is. He's not going to take on anyone challenging unless he can maximize his returns. I think that Haye sees Briggs as too risky. He'd only do it if he thought he could steal a belt off him.
Remember when Browne won that strap and Haye immediately piped up, trying to be first in line for it? Meanwhile, he could have easily pursued Joshua or Wilder but Haye isn't about that life anymore. I'm all about fighters being smart but his emphasis on risk/reward these days is purely shameless. The guy has no heart for boxing.

That's why I said "maybe not you." Cause I wasn't too sure if I was misinterpreting your post.

I don't see how Haye can see Briggs as too risky. One thing is not wanting 2 young prime fighters and another is not wanting a slow ass washed up Briggs. Idk why he won't fight Briggs but I find it doubtful that he sees Briggs as too risky. Even my 91 yo great grandma can avoid his punches.

[MrRolltide91]

Let's go champ

[Redd Foxx]

It's funny because that's exactly what Briggs is doing.

Briggs is a cartoon character and his fans are people who like the shtick. "Let's Go Champ!"
Haye fans are people who still see him as the lion who is going after the greatness that eluded him in the past. I think he's phony as hell and every action he makes seems to support that. I'd love to be wrong and see him actually stick his neck out there. 250lbs of wasted talent.

That's why I said "maybe not you." Cause I wasn't too sure if I was misinterpreting your post.

Absolutely. I didn't take it as an accusation or anything.

[.:: JSFD26 ::.]

Briggs is a cartoon character and his fans are people who like the shtick. "Let's Go Champ!"
Haye fans are people who still see him as the lion who is going after the greatness that eluded him in the past. I think he's phony as hell and every action he makes seems to support that. I'd love to be wrong and see him actually stick his neck out there. 250lbs of wasted talent.



Absolutely. I didn't take it as an accusation or anything.

Yea, Idk what his plans are but it definitely isn't chasing greatness or trying to become a top player in the division. I think he just came back for a quick money grab. Start with a few small fights like he's been doing then land the big money and get out of the game again.

[lopetego]

Haye has bigger fish to fry. I reckon he'd ice Joshua if the stiff robot had the stones to take the challenge

[Enzo Mc is SHIT]

Briggs was only a treading water fight while Haye waited to be handed a title shot. The WBA are about to give him that, so he'll now only take an incredibly low risk right if he needs to stay busy before that. Looks like he's about to get Lucas Browne for the title, then it'll be an easy voluntary (possibly still Briggs) and Joshua in a stadium in the summer.

I still think he should keep his word. LET'S GO CHAMP.

[BoliviaChiLEsp]

Briggs' response:

Someone is lying here .