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While trainer Manny Fernandes claims that his undefeated IBO Africa and WBA Pan African lightweight champion Jason “Badman” Bedeman (12-0-2, with 9 knockouts) is still “a work in progress”, he feels his aggressive charge’s third round demolition over the fancied Bongani Dlamini at Emperors Palace on June 19, has bolstered his fighter’s confidence enormously and Fernandes has no fear or trembling of seeing his lion-hearted pugilist take on a highly rated international opponent.
“At age 21 the Badman is one of those rare finds and I’ve no doubt that he’ll thrive on more regular action, hopefully against opponents who’ll extend him further than the likes of Grant Fourie and Bongani Dlamini managed to do” said Fernandes.
An fiery two-fisted slugger with a growing fan base, Bedeman, who hails from the Southern Suburbs of Johannesburg, has constantly proved his detractors wrong and though he’s essentially a come-forward warrior who relishes mixes at close quarters, Golden Gloves Promoter Rodney Berman probably summed things up well when he recently quipped; “By now we know that Jason is a poster pin-up for tough guys, but whose complaining? No one should expect to hear Elvis sing like Caruso?”
Not that there’s anything melodious about the Badman’s bellicose sermons and given the opportunity to extend his range of endeavours, one suspects that the Badman may become a bona fide contender for international honours.
“Bedeman is still very young but when you consider how he’s grown in terms of confidence and overall status it’s no wonder Fernandes is imploring GGP to set up a bout with an internationally recognised fighter” said former Boxing Express managing editor Laurie Houston.
Berman, however, is mindful that the roaring Bedeman is still a burgeoning star and despite his obvious strengths; power, courage and work ethic, the Rosettenville-based fighter still has much to learn before he’s ready for the bigger guns in the lightweight division.
“Having said that I’m clearly convinced that Jason deserves a crack at a recognised overseas fighter or fringe contender and over the next week we’ll be finalising plans for him to feature on a major bill, either here at Emperors Palace or abroad” concluded Berman.
June 28, 2010 at 10:34 am, Jono said:
That is great news, to see the Badman getting some props for he’s hard work.
Well done Jason.
June 28, 2010 at 10:47 am, Patsy said:
Badman you are a true Champ, all the best of luck for 2010,you are such exciting fighter to watch.
Keep boxing your way to the top.
God Bless
June 28, 2010 at 10:53 am, Mark B said:
Hi Jason
Geart stoppage on June 19th, you got all those people on there feet after you knocked him down.
Badman has some big power in those hands.
When will you be back in the ring?
June 28, 2010 at 4:05 pm, Mick said:
The boxing on the 19th was one of the best evening I have had in a long time.
Well done to Jason you fight like warrior.
June 28, 2010 at 4:18 pm, Emilio said:
Hey Mr Bedeman you showed them how you can realy fight.
Good going, you are going to be one of the best boxers that this country has seen in a long time.
June 28, 2010 at 5:28 pm, Terry Pettifer said:
We at GGP are busy lining up an international bout for Jason which could be a defining point in his career. Watch this space.
June 28, 2010 at 9:04 pm, Jono B said:
That is great news.
He works so hard to be where he is today.
He deserves all the good things that comes his way.
What a pure fighter at heart and in the ring.
June 30, 2010 at 11:17 am, the real fight fan said:
good luck jason
June 30, 2010 at 3:12 pm, The Fan of The Badman said:
aaaaaaaaaa awesome news for our boy:) really happy to hear it! Mr T where has Jasons profile gone?
The site is doing really well.
Thanx for keeping us up to date as always Mr T
July 04, 2010 at 6:19 pm, pete moscardi said:
WOW! Jason, you set Emperor’s alight with your stoppage of Dlamini. Great performance – and you showed terrific potential. Your punching ability is great – now just look to tightening up your defence and you can go all the way. Best wishes and good luck.