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There is a growing belief among fight pundits that 21-year-old Jason “Badman” Bedeman (12-0-2, with 10 knockouts) is one of the most exciting pound-for-pound fighters in South Africa today. Indeed since joining Golden Gloves Promotions in 2009, the Bedeman star has constantly been on the rise and under the astute guidance of trainer Manny Fernandes, the Rosettenville slugger has yet to taste defeat, winning two African Championship titles along the way. The talented Grant Fourie and Joseph Modise were Bedeman’s first two opponents under the GGP banner and after they’d both been beaten inside the distance, the power-punching Badman resumed action in 2010, wearing the IBO Africa lightweight strap around his waist. “It was only after Bedeman stopped Grant Fourie in the 10th round of a splintering fight, to win the vacant IBO Africa lightweight crown that I realised what a warrior he is” said GGP Promoter Rodney Berman.
In February 2010, Bedeman added to his laurels by rising from two first-round knockdowns to explosively halt Bilal Mohammad in the second heat of a fever-pitched battle for the vacant WBA Pan Africa lightweight title. “If anyone ever doubted Jason’s endurance, that particular fight should have convinced them that he’s one of the most resilient boxers in the country” remarked trainer Fernandes. “Moreover in his very next outing, against the superbly gifted Bongani Dlamini, he climbed through the ropes as a betting outsider, only to knock the stuffing out of his rival inside three rounds” added Fernandes.
With a slot on the “CRUNCH TIME” world title bill at Emperors Palace on September 18 between IBO world welterweight champion Lovemore Ndou and Bongani Mwelase already assured, Bedeman will be aiming to make it three stoppages in a row, when he takes on respected Ghanaian Sam Amoaka (6-2) over a slated 10 rounds. “Bedeman certainly qualifies for recognition as one of this country’s most electrifying pugilists at present and methinks that another thrilling triumph on September 18 could substantially fortify that assumption” said GGP’s Rodney Berman.
“There are gifted boxers, ring stylists and murderous hitters under the GGP banner but I’d have to say that Bedeman, who is essentially a 17-carot slugger, compares favourably with the best of them in terms of radiating excitement” said GGP director Gary Pretorius. Trainer Fernandes believes that the secret to his boxer’s box-office popularity, is his direct and uncomplicated approach to the fight game. ‘Jason may not be a Fancy Dan boxer but he’s no brainless slugger either! In fact he’s what purists call a ‘thinking man’s fighter’ and this coupled with his incredible heart and relentless tenacity has seen him catapult up the popularity stakes, though I freely admit that having GGP market him made a world of difference. Fernandes concluded by saying, “I’ve no doubt that Jason would rip apart the majority of homespun lightweights as well as a healthy chunk of Europe’s leading practitioners”.
August 23, 2010 at 9:38 am, Britt said:
I have a kind suggestion, why don’t GGP put our young lightweight up against Zolani?
That would prove most doubters he’s ready for the big spotlights….. Or maybe a trip to Texas?
I think they should give young Bad-Man more advanced chances from here, head a Bill with a world title fight or something? He’s an enormous draw card and that I could assure you…
God bless GGP.
August 24, 2010 at 5:43 pm, Patsy said:
I agree that Jason is a great draw card to be Watching live.
He is the kind of guy that does not say to Much but does alot.
Well done GGP you have done a great Job with The Badman.
August 24, 2010 at 5:51 pm, Mark B said:
People! Jason is just “Exciting” all in one word.
Badman keep knocking them down.
August 24, 2010 at 9:40 pm, Mark B said:
The Badman is pure POWER.
Iam a Fan
August 25, 2010 at 8:52 am, Jonathan said:
GGP you guys have such a star, right now like Jason.
Who is such a hard working young fighter, that All he can think of is being World Champion. When ever you speak to him you know.He my not say to Much,He never speaks bad about any one, he is there just to fight. But boy he trains like a machine.
To me that is what a true Champion is made of.
August 25, 2010 at 8:55 am, Sean said:
I can agree with you there, the BADMAN is true Class.
Just watch him fight, sweet sweet left hook.
August 25, 2010 at 8:58 am, Emilio said:
Have you seen the Badman in action that is exciting Stuff.
What a Boy, left Hook King.
August 25, 2010 at 9:16 am, Steve said:
Boxing needs a young fighter like Jason in South Africa.
He comes to fight every time,big punches from the word Go.
August 25, 2010 at 1:11 pm, fan said:
Wel I think this title belongs to Hekkie Budler. He is surely the hardest working boxer in the ring.
August 26, 2010 at 7:52 am, Jono B said:
Fan I am sure Hekkie works hard,look where he Is, Hekkie is a great Boxer.
Jason on the other hand is dam Powerful,if Hekkie did the 300 workout to prep for his last fight.
The Badman runs through that program in 21 minutes.
Jason is a SPARTAN in the Gym, “HE WORKS” he is true Classe.
August 27, 2010 at 10:26 am, Fan of "The Badman" said:
The Badman is indeed the most exciting lightweight in S.A today and he has proven it!!! In terms of fighting Zolani Marali NO, the Badman wants to move forwards not backwards, fighting for a world title YES most definitley. Looking forward to seeing our boy fight on September 18th!
August 27, 2010 at 2:00 pm, Jono B said:
Well said Fan of the “BADMAN’.
Jason is Pure Exciting stuff,he comes to fight Every time.
He is going to Rock Emperors on the 18th Sep.
August 28, 2010 at 6:19 am, Roberto said:
Can somebody tell me if Bedeman is a champion m not please. If he is then why is he fighting a guy with only 6 wins? Please can somebody explain this to me
August 28, 2010 at 3:54 pm, Roberto said:
terry what future do you think grant fourie has in boxing? Personally I think he lacks hunger, aggression and killer instinct.
September 17, 2010 at 11:20 pm, M&C Bedeman said:
Yes Jason is the champ of all champs!!! There will never be another!!!
Grant Fourie got a hiding of note from The Badman Bedeman – that was his future to answer your question Roberto……
Do you even know anything about boxing?????
Clearly not quuestion answered already…..
September 17, 2010 at 11:24 pm, M&C Bedeman said:
Of course Bedeman is the champ, he’s the champ of all champs…
And he gave Fourie a hiding of note so thats about it as far as Grant’s career is concerned… questioned answered.
Keep a lookout for Bedeman, he is the new World Champ as far as we’re concerned!!! And I’m sure we have alot of people who think the same!!!