David Price... Britain's Biggest Hope?

Promoter Frank Maloney knows he is on something special.

On Saturday night (May 19th) Liverpudlian heavyweight David Price retained his undefeated record and became the new British and Commonwealth heavyweight champion after pulling off a fantastic knock out victory against Sam Sexton.

Price, now 13-0, dominated the first two rounds but didn't really land any hard and powerful shots, but in the dying seconds of the third he through a right hand that clipped the top of Sexton's head and knocked him down. Sexton rose to his feet, the bell rang and he looked as though he had recovered. But, in the fourth round, Price proved yet again that there is nobody who can handle his power. He backed Sexton into the ropes and unleashed his monstrous straight power punches which caused his much shorter and lighter opponent to go down again. And then, at the end of the fourth, we saw one of the most devastating knockouts in recent years. Price threw his trademark right hand and caught Sexton clean on the chin. Sexton toppled backwards and crashed down towards the canvas. It was clear that there was no way in hell that he would be able to continue and the referee stopped the fight before the count had even started.

So, after another dominant and perfect performance... Where does David Price go from here. Many people believe that he is the heir to the Klitschko throne but I think it would be foolish if he rushed his career and decide to step into the ring with a Klitschko in the next year or so. First, he needs to beat one of the best in Britain and then one of the best in Europe. Domestic rival Tyson Fury is almost completely out of the picture so the winner of David Haye Vs Dereck Chisora would be a fantastic test for David Price. If he was to beat either of these, he could go on to face the likes of Robert Helenius or Alexander Povetkin, who are both great names to have on your record.

No matter, who he fights next, there is one thing we do know... Heavyweight giant David Price is a very special fighter that has a bright future ahead of him. And, just to add to the hype... If I was to chose one man that I think is going to end the Klitschko's reign it would 'Pricey'.

Price's Sky Deal Depends On Next Fight...

British heavyweight David Price has more than just the British title on the line when he meets Sam Sexton at the Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool on Saturday night. He also has his TV deal with SkySports at stake.

If the Liverpudlian prospect fails to provide an entertaining fight or put on an impressive performance he will likely not continue to have his fights televised on the channel. Price has three fights remaining on his present deal  with Sky and his promoter Frank Maloney is currently negotiating an extension, but he realises that his boxer has to put on a show if Sky are even to consider extending the deal.

"I am still in negotiation with them but I don't kid myself. They will probably want to see how this show goes Saturday. If David Price gets hit on the chin, I probably won't get a phone call," Maloney told the Independent.

Price is a heavy favourite going into the fight but a win is not enough. He is going to have to look good whilst doing it. His 75-second knockout of John McDermott in January was very impressive but it was not very entertaining for the fans in the crowd and watching at home.

Sam Sexton will provide a bit more of a challenge than McDermott and if he manages to turn it into his type of fight we could see a very interesting bout between two top domestic heavyweights on Saturday night.

David Price Vs Sam Sexton Press Conference (Video)

Here is video footage captured by iFilm London of the press conference for David Price Vs Sam Sexton.

The fight is scheduled for May 19th and it is for the British heavyweight title. The title was vacated by Tyson Fury earlier this year which is the reason many people believe that Fury is ducking Price. 

Price's promoter Frank Maloney was angry that his fighter did not get a chance to box Fury. ''Chicken Fury was going to get the biggest pay of his career to date, and has let himself, his fans, his travelling community and most of all the boxing world down.''

Although Sexton is definitely on a lower level than Tyson Fury, he is still considered as a worthy challenger. His record consists of 15 wins from 17 fights with both of his losses against Dereck Chisora who is now considered as a world class fighter. Sexton also beat Fury's next opponent Martin Rogan so if Rogan manages to beat Fury there will be a big question mark as to whether Fury is going to be as big and successful as some people are making out.