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I know self-confidence is an integral part of a fighter’s armour but I just don’t like it when chickens are being counted before the metaphoric eggs have hatched. Amir Khan has already been talking of a possible match-up with Ricky Hatton ahead of the mandatory defence of his WBA light-welterweight against Dmitry Salita, and the possibility of entertaining the Vegas fight fans in 2010, and that is showing disrespect to a man who has a point to prove. New York-based but Ukranian-born Salita will be no pushover as his record of 30 wins and one draw suggests. The ‘Star Of David’, as his fans in the Jewish sector of Brooklyn have dubbed him, felt a real sense of grievance when Khan was giving the chance to challenge Andreas Koltenik for the WBA crown ahead of recognised number one contender Salita and is determined to show that can be a worthy champion himself. Khan’s camp, however, are supremely confident their man will successfully defend his title following an extended spell at his California training camp where he’s been sparring alongside the likes of Manny Pacquiao. Khan’s coach Freddie Roach, who has been given much of the credit for the Bolton fighter’s progress since being knocked out by Breidis Prescott last year, has described Salita as having ’sticky feet’. But what is unquestionable is that he is also very durable and has the ability to knock his man down given the opportunity. Khan, of course, may not give him the chance to land a big punch but the Briton has shown a vulnerability when pinned on the ropes himself and for that reason alone he makes little appeal at his current 1-6 general quote. Salita, a general 9-2, has been the underdog for many of his professional bouts so won’t be fazed by the fact that the majority of spectators inside Newcastle’s Metro Arena will be baying for his blood. On this one, I’m going to suggest you cover your bets. Back Khan to win inside the distance at 4-5 with Coral, William Hill and Ladbrokes, but have a little saver on Salita to win on points (20-1 with Stan James) because I feel this bout will last a lot longer than some pundits are predicting.