Who's next: Timothy Bradley Jr. picks the future standouts in every divis

Last year's list of promising boxers in each weight division showcased a remarkable six fighters who have risen to become world champions.

Tim Tszyu, whose skill and relentless pressure dominate the junior middleweight division, has had success forged by his precision and punch placement. Janibek Alimkhanuly is an explosive southpaw with skills within the middleweight realm and is a champion still waiting to be challenged, holding down two world titles. Rolando "Rolly" Romero is known for his fierce, explosive style in the junior welterweight division. Robeisy Ramirez, a skilled and agile featherweight champion, recently lost a battle against Rafael Espinosa that was a candidate for fight of the year. Jai Opetaia, the dynamic southpaw force, reigns over the cruiserweight division.

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And let's not forget Ginjiro Shigeoka as he continues to show his destructive punching power and is now wearing the IBF strawweight strap.

While these champions shine brightly, others on my last list have lost, like Ra'eese Aleem and Joet Gonzalez. Still, some remain hungry for their shot at glory, like undefeated heavyweight contender Jared Anderson and junior welterweight Arnold Barboza.

And now in the new year, more fighters are on the brink of seizing their moment and stamping their names into boxing history.

Let me introduce my class of 2024 of boxing's hidden gems, from the powerhouse division, the heavyweights, to the 105-pound weight class. Among these names, you'll find a mix of familiar faces and rising talents who dream of making a life-changing impact. Each individual on this list possesses a blend of skill, determination and undeniable potential, making all of them contenders in their respective weight classes. Keep a keen eye on these fighters, as each talent has earned a spot on Bradley's exclusive "Hidden Gems" list.

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