World Boxing Champions Promotions
LAS VEGAS / GRAND RAPIDS (Dec 2025) – The landscape of the middleweight and super featherweight divisions is shifting as two of boxing’s most talked-about prospects, Demler “DJ” Zamora III and Joseph “Sug” Hicks Jr., head into the new year with very different momentum.
Undefeated phenom DJ “The War Machine” Zamora (17-0, 11 KOs) continues to prove why he is the crown jewel of the Top Rank stable. In his most recent outing on November 21, 2025, Zamora delivered a masterclass performance against the durable Brandon Valdes.
Over 10 rounds, the 22-year-old Southpaw showcased elite “ring generalship,” utilizing his signature straight left hand to dismantle Valdes’ defense. The Unanimous Decision victory has officially moved Zamora from “prospect” to “contender” status. Sources close to Top Rank suggest that 2026 could see Zamora fighting for his first regional title as he inches closer to a world championship opportunity.