sport which saw the referee needing to step in to save Bravo from taking more punishment. This then made a world champion. The Mecca of professional boxing is the United States and in true testament to his swelling profile, Tommy Gun signed a promotion contract with the legendary American promoter Lou Di Bella. He went on to make his American debut against Aaron Pryor Jnr in September of 2011. Tommy says it was his greatest fight to date. The fight went twelve rounds toe to toe but Tommy Gun won in a unanimous decision to record what he calls the sweetest victory of his career thus far.
more determined than ever while his challenger chases shadows. Tommy Gun possesses a piercing jab and aggressive body punching. His height gives him a freakishly long reach with deceptive power. Watching this young man fight is like watching a resurrected combination of former world champions Bob Foster and Thomas Hearns.
when it all started Tommy made his professional debut in February 2008, knocking out Johannes Swart inside two rounds. He went on to win twelve on the trot (nine by way of knockout) before being held to a draw against Isaac Chilem-
ba. Tommy Gun was challenging Chilemba for the IBO Super Middleweight crown and the match was a colossal clash and resulted in a split decision draw which allowed Chilemba to retain the title. Much to Tommy Guns’ frustration, attempts of a rematch were swiftly declined by the then still champion.
Tommy Oosthuizen stands where many before him have stood and imploded. He is at the precipice of his career and has the potential to go on and become a global legend. He is aware of the dangers and is more focused and determined than ever.
moving on up In the beginning of 2011 Chilemba had vacated the title to move up to the Light Heavyweight division and Tommy got his second shot at the IBO crown in a fight against Evert Bravo. Tommy Gun won the fight after a ninth round technical knockout
The guidance of his trainer coupled with his commitment to his cause means this young man trains every day for four hours with the exception of Sundays. With a father was a two division South African champion, Tommy is taking his family legacy further than he could have anticipated and is showing no signs of slowing down, while all the more proving that he will live up to his billing. Tommy Gun wants to be the best in his generation and he is well on his way.
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