South African fighter Brandon Wilson targets Power Slap title in the US — TimesLIVE

South African heavyweight Brandon Wilson, who competes in the American promotion Power Slap, said he aims to win the championship belt and bring it to his hometown of Gqeberha in South Africa. The 28-year-old athlete, nicknamed B-52 Bomber, has a 3–0 record with three knockouts and is ranked ninth in the Power Slap heavyweight division.

As TimesLIVE reports, Wilson currently lives in Mitchell, South Dakota. His latest mentioned appearance was at Power Slap 23 in Lubbock, Texas, where he was scheduled to face Brian Ellis, nicknamed The Predator.

From boxing to Power Slap

Wilson began boxing as a teenager and later moved into MMA. He discovered Power Slap competitions through YouTube and decided to test himself because he was confident in the strength of his hands. According to the athlete, he has no doubts before bouts and is ready to face any opponent in the division.

Wilson also noted that he hopes to avoid causing serious injuries to opponents, as the sport is brutal. In his view, it is important for a participant not to flinch when they have to stand still and take an opponent’s slap. At the same time, the athlete believes that delivering a slap requires greater concentration: precision, speed and power are needed.

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At Power Slap 20 in Las Vegas, Wilson defeated Bryce Jones by technical knockout in the first round. According to the official results, the bout took place on May 15. At the official weigh-in, Wilson weighed 259 pounds and Jones weighed 261 pounds.

Training and goal

The athlete trains six days a week: he runs, works with weights and pays considerable attention to strengthening his neck. He also said that he chews a lot of gum to strengthen his jaw muscles. According to him, psychological preparation for appearances occupies his thoughts constantly.

Wilson said his main goal is the Power Slap championship belt. “I just keep my eyes on the prize — that big shiny belt. It will be mine, and I am going for it. I will bring that belt to my hometown of Gqeberha,” he said.

The fighter also said that after victories, he first calls his parents. His father, Trevor Wilson, said he is proud of his son, who is “following his dream.”