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It might be very early days but Golden Gloves Promoter Rodney Berman has likened Johnny “Hurricane” Muller to a young Rocky Graziano! Indeed, like the fiery former world middleweight champion of “Somebody Up There Likes Me” the 19-year-old Muller is a rough-and-tumble fighter with a trip-hammer right hand and though a natural cruiserweight, the powerfully built Muller has leveled several men much heavier than himself. “Muller has that ‘take-no-prisoners’ outlook, much like Graziano did and his whole mindset revolves around offense and demolition” said Berman.
One of GGP”s latest recruits, Muller will feature on the “GUNNING FOR GLORY” bill at Emperors Palace on April 27 where he’ll make his debut under the auspices of African Ring and GGP who collectively host the event, which is another Box & Dine tournament. South Africa’s most succesful promoter of all time, Berman is obviously excited about Muller’s level of potential and believes that trainer Harold Volbrecht will bring out the best in him. “This kid can conceivably become one of South Africa’s most dynamic entertainers and while he definitely needs to sharpen up his defensive tools, who among us really expects to hear Elvis sing like Caruso?”
Bearing that in mind, Berman, like thousands of other Muller acolytes is expectantly awaiting the Hurricane’s next fight and believes that he’ll be a huge crowd puller at Emperors Palace, where he’s already stopped both Sheldon Human and Robbie Lombard.
“The knockout he posted over Lombard was frightening, to say the least, and we’re looking to bring Johnny along in a fashion that will ideally compliment his wealth of potential”.
April 14, 2010 at 3:13 pm, # 1 Fight Fan said:
Gooooo Johnny….. best of luck to you!
April 15, 2010 at 9:07 am, Britt said:
Great news only problem is who will Johnny be fighting on the next bowl? And Mr. Terry you said you’ll give me the contact details of Jeff for the tickets prices?
April 15, 2010 at 10:12 am, Terry Pettifer said:
BRITT I MAILED IT YESTERDAY, CHECK THE OTHER MAILS, BUT JUST IN CASE, HERE IS IT AGAIN: 078-4573030
April 15, 2010 at 10:36 am, britt said:
Thank you very much Mr. Terry I’m excited to see you there
God Bless
April 15, 2010 at 12:26 pm, Tanya said:
So right, Johnny believes in “take no prisoners” in the ring but such a gentleman towards those he has knocked out after the match. I saw him refusing to leave the ring the night he knocked out Robbie Lombaard cold until he saw Robbie was ok and got up. Wow.
April 15, 2010 at 12:28 pm, Adam said:
Absolutely and I think this kid has the talent and looks to become a hero to other young boxers.
April 15, 2010 at 12:31 pm, Jason said:
Fitting description Terry, he already is a young hero and I think we will see big things from this kid. He has a natural talent, a diamond in the rough. GGP it looks like you struck gold with Johnny.
April 15, 2010 at 12:33 pm, Temba said:
A knock out artist as the Sowetan Newspaper calls him. Johnny bru, Temba is one of your biggest fans.
April 15, 2010 at 12:51 pm, ben said:
This young guy needs to be looked after and he can become one of our greats of all time. Keep you feet planted firmly on the ground Johnny, listen to your trainer and manager. Keep boxing in your heart and never let it go to your head. We have big hopes for you.
April 16, 2010 at 12:46 pm, Shawn said:
Seems like Muller is on the road to success if he carries on like this. I enjoy his fights, lots of explosive action. He’s had a tough right against Wiseman but if you take his age and experience againse that of Wiseman, this young guy is going places for sure.
April 24, 2010 at 3:28 pm, terry said:
Thanks for all the comments guys!
April 26, 2010 at 1:25 pm, Terry Pettifer said:
Tomorrow night’s event could be one of the most explosive of the year, so be sure to buy a ticket if you can!