Devin Haney stands on the cusp of one of the biggest fights of his career. On November 22, 2025, he’ll step into the ring in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to challenge Brian Norman Jr. for the WBO welterweight title. Anticipation runs high, with fans debating whether “The Dream” can carry his precision and discipline from lightweight into the 147-pound division.

But as the date draws closer, something unusual shadows the spotlight. The headlines aren’t just about his jab, footwork, or Norman Jr.’s knockout power—they’re about courtrooms, lawsuits, and the personal life of the undefeated 32-0 star. It all builds to one reality: Haney isn’t just preparing for Norman Jr., he’s preparing for a parallel fight. Let’s find out how?

Who is Leena Sayed?

As we’ve established already, Leena Sayed is Devin Haney‘s ex-girlfriend, who’s also a former Taz Angel. Reports claim that she’s of Afghan origin and American by nationality, and was raised in Queens, New York. Currently, she works as an influencer and has almost a quarter of a million, or 729,000 followers, on Instagram, as Sayed claims to be an entrepreneur on her social profile.

Devin Haney’s former partner shares several social media posts, and she’s consistent with them. She has collaborated with major brands, which has helped her establish her own audience and continue gaining momentum across various platforms. Leena Sayed is associated with. Previously, Haney’s ex-girlfriend also worked as a model for a clothing brand named CaviarBlaque.

It appears that she’s doing pretty well for herself, so now, let’s shift our attention. Let us move over and take a look at the relationship she had with the 32-0 star, Devin Haney. And guess what? They also have another person in their relationship.

Leena Sayed and Devin Haney’s Relationship

It won’t be wrong to assume that Devin Haney and Leena Sayed’s relationship has been a mix of private and public. According to reports, they came together around 2023, although the exact timeline remains unclear. The couple has shared some significant moments in life together and publicly acknowledged their relationship as well. ‘The Dream’ and his former partner even got engaged, and after that, one of the most significant moments happened to them.

‘The Dream’ and his former partner even got engaged. However, they never got married, and the relationship soon started to sour just a year after they got together. And guess what? Devin Haney had a daughter with Sayed, Khrome Iman Haney, who was born in January 2025, even when the couple wasn’t together anymore. Another major incident in their relationship was the involvement of rapper Young Thug.

A jailhouse phone call between the rapper and Leena Sayed made rounds on social media last year, where she was heard showing affection to him and saying, “I don’t like anyone. I want you.” This was just one of the many controversies that took shape after the boxer’s relationship ended, although in this case, Sayed claimed that this happened before she met ‘The Dream’. The problems that arose later led Devin Haney and his former partner to pursue legal action. Let’s take a look at that front.

The Legal Drama: Lawsuits and Restraining Orders

Let us first start by mentioning the first time the law got involved between Devin Haney and Leena Sayed. Just a few months ago, Haney filed a lawsuit against his former partner for defamation and violation of his parental rights. She wasn’t letting her meet his daughter and even threatened to air his dirty laundry in public. However, some domestic abuse allegations led Sayed to obtain a restraining order against the boxing star, who has denied those allegations.

Then again, just recently, reports came out that Devin Haney has sued his former partner once again. This time, ‘The Dream’ claimed that he wanted to recover $350,000 worth of gifts he gave Leena Sayed on the premise of their getting married. According to him, she called off the relationship, and now, under California law, Sayed’s obligated to return the items, which include designer bags and expensive watches.

However, Leena Sayed’s lawyer, Mark Vincent Kaplan, claims that the new lawsuit is a part of Devin Haney’s “campaign to punish her” for obtaining the restraining order. 

Combat sports history is filled with fighters whose personal turmoil bled into their careers. From Mike Tyson’s legal battles to Jon Jones’ run-ins with law enforcement, off-ring drama has often shaped legacies as much as championship belts. Haney now walks that fine line—balancing a career-defining title fight while defending his name in court.

And that’s the real fight fans will watch in November: not just whether Devin Haney can outbox Brian Norman Jr., but whether he can keep his personal and professional worlds from colliding on the sport’s biggest stage.