Jarman happy to face top-class boxer Current WBA Pan African champion Anthony Jarman is pleased to face South African Nkululeko Mhlongo in a title defence next month.Speaking at a media briefing on Friday Jarman said he was ready to face Mhlongo and ready to beat him up.
“I am happy to fight top fighters as it is best for me and my boxing career but I am ready to beat him and keep the title home,” he said.
Mhlongo was crowed as the WBF Intercontinental Super Welterweight Title on Friday.
Jarman holds a record of 15 fights, 13 wins, one loss and one draw while Mhlongo has had 15 fights, 11 wins and four losses.
Kinda Nangolo of Kinda Boxing Promotions said Mholongo is an experienced boxer but he can guarantee the nation that Jarman will be in top shape to defend his title.
“I can guarantee you that although this guy is an experienced boxer, we will make sure that the title remains here,” he said, adding that work is in progress to ensure that Jarman is in shape.
He mentioned that Jarman will be going to South Africa for three weeks for training.
He said money remains their biggest challenge, as they still do not have sponsor for the fight.
“At this stage there is no company that has indicated to us that they will sponsor the boxing bonanza and we will really appreciate anyone that will come on board to help us,” he said.
He assured the nation that with the little at their disposal, he will make sure that the boxing bonanza takes place.
“We are ready for the fight although there is no sponsor yet, we will try and make sure everything goes as planned,” said Nangolo.
KAINO NGHITONGO