Zuffa Boxing founder Dana White has labelled Da'Mazion Vanhouter the next 'superstar' of the heavyweight division. The 21-year-old American prospect, who holds a perfect record of 13 wins with 10 knockouts, is set to compete in Britain on the Chris Billam-Smith vs Cheavon Clarke bill this Saturday, live on Sky Sports. Vanhouter could feature on the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury undercard if he secures another explosive victory over Ivan Balaz this weekend.
White believes the young fighter has the potential to handle the immense pressure that comes with being America's next great heavyweight hope. 'In every weight division where you have somebody who has the potential to become a superstar, it's a big deal and very important for the sport,' White stated. He emphasised that while individual sports punish every loss heavily, Vanhouter must prove he can handle the mounting pressure alongside his physical and technical skills. Meanwhile, Vanhouter has expressed his opinion on Deontay Wilder's upcoming bout against Jai Opetaia on the Fury-Joshua undercard.
He believes Wilder, who has been 'tarnishing his name,' will not win, citing Opetaia's skill and Wilder's vulnerability to a right hand. 'We all know he's chinny, so he'll be able to get him out of there,' Vanhouter remarked. The event will be broadcast live on Sky Sports from 7pm.
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