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Tommy “Tommy Gun” Oosthuizen, who more and more fans are simply referring to as the “Gun”, has for weeks been building up a healthy sweat in trainer Harold Volbrecht’s a gymnasium ahead of his scheduled 12-round IBO world super middleweight bout with 23-year-old champion Isaac “The Golden Boy” Chilemba.
Fight experts are already calling it the fight of the year and the challenger’s reputation as a puncher has made him the slight favourite, ahead of a bout anyone could win.
As for the 21-year-old Oosthuizen, this hawk-faced, 6’4’” southpaw puncher comes by his trade honesty. Tommy’s father Charlie held two SA professional titles during the late 1980’s and fashioned a record of 27-2-2, en route to lifting both the SA middleweight and light middleweight title.
An amateur for what trainer Volbrecht believes could not have been more than 30 fights, the Gun’, interest in the sport accelerated only after turning professional and now after 12 unbeaten bouts, with 8 knockouts, he is been looked upon as one of the most exciting and frightening hitters in the country.
Unmarried, Oosthuizen has won three titles in a year (2009); IBO Youth world light heavyweight, IBO Youth world super middleweight and WBA All Africa super middleweight title.
Accused of using his mitts both inside and outside the ring, although those allegations have never been substantiated, there is definitely something about this young athlete that reminds me of former world heavyweight champion Gerrie Coetzee.
Perhaps the cordial greeting and meaningful stare that tells you there is something extremely daunting about the Van Dyk Park resident, who one feels is never happier than when he’s fighting. Raised to the East of Johannesburg, (Boksburg), Tommy is one of three children and besides having a sister, he’s brother also boxed briefly as a professional.
October 20, 2010 at 10:18 am, Britt said:
Tommy will come out Gunz blazing cometh’ the 6th of November.
October 20, 2010 at 11:47 am, Emilio said:
We need more fan like you Britt.
We need to get more support on Boxing in South Africa.
I love this Sport to much to see it fall on the way side.
It needs a big boost and marketing and more marketing.
GGP your team is amazing! I still think they can take it to a whole new level for Boxing even bigger in South Africa.
October 20, 2010 at 11:51 am, Jonathan said:
I agree.
Boxing needs fans like you Emilio.
Golden Gloves please hear this mans call, he loves this Sport.
I am beinde this man, let us make more of Boxing come on fans.
October 20, 2010 at 11:54 am, Patsy said:
Boxing was the first knowen sport by the Greeks and will be the last sport to be knowen by real men.
I love Boxing and Boxing needs to be big again.
October 20, 2010 at 12:00 pm, Jono B said:
Hi
I know every one is speaking about EFC cage fighting it’s new in SA but boxing is not.
You know what they say first in and last out.
Well, boxing is just that way boxing will never die!
If you ever watch a UFC or a EFC people love to watch a good stand up punch out.
So I am a Big Big boxing fan and will always will be.
October 20, 2010 at 1:09 pm, Terry Pettifer said:
wonderful comments guys, you keep the game alive!
October 20, 2010 at 1:27 pm, Classy said:
This is a match-up of unknowns…
Unknown 1 – Tommys’ scar tissue: After his accident he will have weakened facial tissue. If damaged, how will the blood affect Tommy?
Unknown 2 – Change in Isaacs life: He ha changed trainers and gyms and has hooked up with a trainer who I personally believe to be sub-par in Elias. How will this affect his preparation and strategy?
October 20, 2010 at 2:09 pm, Boxman said:
Classy i dont think Tommy needs to worry about his scar tissue because he will send Isaac and his sub-par trainer back to the dressing room before they land anything significant on him.
October 20, 2010 at 2:22 pm, Britt said:
@Boxman, “your on the money with this one”
Thomas to drop Isaac 8th round poor “Sissy-Boy” is feeling it, getting closer to his, night of “canvas advert” Isaac you and your so called trainer must be prepared to face A “Tommy-Gun” like never be for, this guy’s got some “KILL” in he’s eye’s, you can see the pain of a man, yet to prove those “louzy” critics wrong, Tommy, will drop Isaac and i’ll put my money on it , Like I said a while ago ‘It’s like taking candy from a little girl.
October 20, 2010 at 2:25 pm, Boxman said:
Britt i think you giving too much credit to Isaac. I dont see him even lasting till the 8th rnd.
October 20, 2010 at 6:44 pm, "Uppercut" said:
Isaac borrowed the title long enough now .IT is time he give the title too its real owner.Tommy will destroy Isaac within 5 rounds.After the fight I hope his manager and trainer realize he never stood a chance to win Tommy at super middle weight and move him back to light heavy.
October 21, 2010 at 6:53 am, Stephen Castle said:
Can’t wait for the 6 November. Quick question, do you guys really know anything about boxing? or are you just “people” supporters?
October 21, 2010 at 7:37 am, Boxman said:
Well Stephen if 26 years experience at both local and international level means anything then yes, i think i know a thing or two about boxing but lets wait for 6 November.
October 21, 2010 at 7:38 am, Classy said:
You guys will be in for a surprise if you think that Tommy is just gonna roll over Isaac…
I feel the majority of the posters in this blog are people who train in Harolds gym…
October 21, 2010 at 7:48 am, Duncan said:
Tommy will beat Isaac hands down.
October 21, 2010 at 8:29 am, "Uppercut" said:
Stephen if you claim you know boxing so well ,you will also think if Tommy ever have too fight Johnny that Johnny will win.If thats your answer then I don’t think you know boxing.
October 21, 2010 at 8:58 am, Britt said:
First of all Stephen who ever labeled you the People champ anyway? you gave your self that name, now you may know a bit more than me about boxing but, I could assure you there are some veterans on this site with so experience. To make your 8 fights “look like a walk in the park”
October 21, 2010 at 9:10 am, fan of the GUN said:
Isaac, kissing the canvass, within 6 rounds.
October 21, 2010 at 9:37 am, Stephen Castle said:
A couple of touchy people here. I never said i know boxing more or better than the people here. I asked a question. Do you all claim to know boxing or are you merely voicing opionion based on your support for a particular person. or are you completely objective?? Very surprised by your attack on me Britt. And I was labelled the Peoples Champ by others so it was not self done. Maybe one day I will tell yur the story.
October 21, 2010 at 9:39 am, Stephen Castle said:
Uppercut what are you on about…Johnny vs Tommy???
October 21, 2010 at 10:02 am, Britt said:
Stephen’ Uppercut used a’ example, to prove he’s point he’s not on about anything. Stephen give me one good reason why Isaac will beat Tommy?
October 21, 2010 at 10:39 am, Boxman said:
Yes Stephen why/how do you think Isaac will beat Tommy?
October 21, 2010 at 11:05 am, Stephen Castle said:
Ok fellas, Isaac on points. I don’t think Isaac has the power to knock Tommy out but has a high work rate. i think he has settled nicely at the weight. Isaac has been in some tough fights and that will stand him in good stead, where I feel Tommy hasn’t had to many battles. On the night anything can happen, but looking at the boxers and their records I feel Isaac has it!
October 21, 2010 at 11:45 am, Superman said:
Thomas are a very clever boxer and can change his style quickly. The only way I can see Isaac beat Thomas if Isaac close the gap between them
October 21, 2010 at 12:03 pm, Boxman said:
Besides Tommy’s pedigree, coming from a boxing family, he has K.O. power and is devastating when he lets those tommy guns loose. Tommy has proved in the past that he can also box. Remeber how he out box Jarret Lovett. As for Isaac he just does not have power to keep Tommy at bay for the full 12 rnds and he tends to tire in the later round. And then most importantly….the support team….Harold Volbrecht vs Elias (who?)Tshabalala….ENOUGH SAID!!!!!
October 21, 2010 at 12:07 pm, Left hook said:
Stephen,
If Tommy did fight Micheal Bolling, Tommy would knock him out in the first 5 rounds,so ISAAC,can go play with his girl friend
October 21, 2010 at 12:49 pm, Jono B said:
Hi Guys
All I can say is the man who wants it the most will take it.
I was in SA 5 weeks ago and spoke to Tommy and while Johny and Tommy where siting next to me and speaking to Tommy he is so hungry for this fight and I can tell you.
He is going to fight with every thing in him come 6th of Nov.
That is that.
October 21, 2010 at 12:54 pm, Jono B said:
Too the People’s Champ
You seem like a good guy,but you are coming to a “Gun” fight with a knife.
The fans of the Gun will not let you win this Debate.Ha ha ha next time
October 21, 2010 at 12:59 pm, lourens said:
WHICH EVER WAY THIS FIGHT ENDS UP .IT IS GOING TO BE THE FIGHT OF THE YEAR .AND A STEPPING STONE FOR TOMMY FOR BIGGER THINGS TO COME .I DONT THINK ISAAC HAS THE JAW TO TAKE ONE ON TOMMY`S POWER PUNCHES .MAKE THE EAST RAND PROUD TOMMY
October 21, 2010 at 2:02 pm, Classy said:
Don’t underestimate the power of having the belt around your waistline. It instantly makes you a better fighter. Isaac has that belt and he is not going to give it up without a fight – Tommy must be ready because a Fight is exactly what he will be in for. Tommy is relatively untested and he is the one stepping up – not Isaac. Don’t let favoritism cloud your collective judgement – KO power and boxing pedigree aside, Isaac is a tough guy who can take a shot. I saw that sitting ringside for the Bolling fight. Isaac is difficult to hit and the way he crouches makes him a difficult target. Tommy standing 6″4 is going to have to be very very accurate and pick his shots. Tommy has no inside game and that is where the fight is going to be won or lost – on the inside!
October 21, 2010 at 4:22 pm, Johnny said:
Don`t listen to Stevan Castle (His record speaks for it self)
October 21, 2010 at 8:38 pm, "Uppercut" said:
I think I said enough of the fight .Britt I think we must leave it alone, let Tommy beat Isaac and go and have a good Christmas .Next year we will be talking about bigger things for him.
October 22, 2010 at 11:52 am, Stephen Castle said:
Johnny, don’t listen, Read!!! My name is spelt “Stephen” My record is does!
October 22, 2010 at 1:11 pm, Johnny said:
won 5 (KO 2) + lost 1 (KO 1) + drawn 2 = 8
Do you call this a record looks more like your IQ
Tommy will beat Isaac Bottom line why dont you make a comeback and I will meet you in the ring
October 22, 2010 at 1:47 pm, Left Hook said:
YOU GO JOHNNY,WHAT A MAN
LETS MAKE IT 6 NOV
October 22, 2010 at 2:07 pm, Stephen Castle said:
Johnny why the personal attack? Nervous for Tommy” no bullets in the Gun” Oosthuizen.
October 22, 2010 at 2:15 pm, fan of the GUN said:
No use to get personal guys. Facts are, every one will support their own favourites, always. Isaac will not be coming to the ring under-prepared, I actually think he’ll be in tip top shape.
And no champion will just stand back and get their title taken from them. However, Tommy is hungry to fight, he had his eyes on that specific title first, and now he’s coming to collect, WITH WHATEVER FORCE IS NECESSARY!!!
October 22, 2010 at 2:17 pm, Classy said:
Partizan crowd here Stephen – personally I have changed my mind so many times about how this fight will go down. Initially I had a close split decision to Tommy, then I started thinking KO but now the more I think about it…I will not be surprised if Isaac out-thinks Tommy on the night.
There are so many variables in this one, its gonna be a terrific fight for sure.
October 22, 2010 at 4:08 pm, Britt said:
Ha-Ha’Love this site ‘ Stephen from A ring brawler to a Cyber fighter, people please lets don’t get personal’ Stephen why don’t you get you prospect Simon Webb to make a come back’ ow yes thats right he’ lost just the other night’ MMM’ I wonder who was in he’s corner ” was it Stephen Castle? ” Ow yes it was ‘Stephen’
October 22, 2010 at 6:57 pm, "Uppercut" said:
Stephen ,everyone thought you were a not to bad fighter and a gentleman ,but know you are buzzy making your name ASS .Calm down and see you on the 6 Nov .Isaac better come well prepared or els he is going to end up like Tshepang mohale ,on the canvas and don’t know what happened.I just think Elias and Jodi wouldn’t explain to Isaac a week later what hand happened to him.
October 23, 2010 at 3:00 pm, Stephen Castle said:
I am the only one here writing under my name and you guys hide under false ones. Who is the real fan here??? Johnny sign me up!!!
October 23, 2010 at 3:02 pm, Stephen Castle said:
My opionions cause different to you don’t make me an ass, Uppercut. But i suppose that is your opionion. Much love to all of you.
October 26, 2010 at 8:16 am, Stephen Castle said:
Britt, what does Simon Webb have to do with anything? Are you trying to discredit me?? That would be foolish as I can show you many times the great Hammer gym have raved about fighters only to be left empty handed. Oh one that comes to mind straight away is Robbie “the next great” Lombard. Yes it was me who did it!!