A statue of Bendigo in Nottingham would represent more than just the man himself.
It would represent all 'fighters' from Nottingham.
It would represent Nottingham's fighting spirit and refusal to lay down and be beat.
It would represent the Bendigoans on the other side of the world (Australia)
It would show that you can come from the meanest street there is but still succeed and become a champion.
You don't have to be an expert on Bendigo.
You just have to love what he represents.