Fast-rising light heavyweight Gradus Kraus has signed a promotional deal with BOXXER.

The Netherlands-born fighter has been a professional since October 2024, winning all nine fights to date with eight of those wins inside the distance.

"I'm really excited to sign with BOXXER," Kraus said in a press release. "Fans can expect a lot of knockouts from me. I train hard every day, and I want to show everyone that I'm the best in the light heavyweight division.

"I can't wait to start fighting big opponents in big arenas, testing myself at the highest level. I'm excited to fight in the UK on major shows. I'd also love to bring more big boxing events back home to the Netherlands, hopefully with BOXXER staging shows there in future.

"My aim is to become world champion, collect all the belts and become undisputed."

Meanwhile, BOXXER founder and CEO Ben Shalom was only too happy to welcome his newest recruit to his stable.

"This is a fighter we believe has all the ingredients to become a global superstar," said Shalom. "He has a great team around him and the potential to become a future pound-for-pound star.

"We're excited to be a part of his journey, to guide him toward the biggest fights and world title success."

Kraus is the son of famed kickboxer Albert Graus, who also doubles as his trainer alongside Peter Fury. The 26-year-old is co-managed by Mick Hennessy and Izzy Asif.

Prior to turning professional he was a standout amateur, who also has three wins on IBA shows, but lost in qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

He does have victories over the likes of WBO's No. 4-rated super middleweight contender Jacob Bank, Sebastian Terteryan and the highly-rated Arlen Lopez.