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Iran Barkley

Iran Barkley

“The Blade”
Boxing record: 43-19-1 (27)
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Mott Have, Bronx, New York City, New York, U.S.

Best fights of Iran Barkley

Over 17 years as a professional, Iran Barkley has compiled a 43-19-1 (27) record, including twelve title fights across four weight classes. Here are his best fights.

  1. 1. Iran Barkley KOs Thomas Hearns

    On June 6, 1988 Iran Barkley fought Thomas Hearns for the WBC middleweight title. Barkley was 28 years old with a record of 24-4, and Hearns was 29 with a record of 45-2. Barkley was on a 2-fight winning streak and Hearns was on a 5-fight winning streak. Barkley stopped Thomas Hearns via TKO in the 3rd round. Crowned the new middleweight champion.

  2. 2. Iran Barkley defeats Thomas Hearns in their 2nd fight

    On March 20, 1992 Iran Barkley fought Thomas Hearns for the WBA light heavyweight title. It was their second meeting. Barkley was 31 years old with a record of 28-7, and Hearns was 33 with a record of 50-3-1. Barkley was on a 3-fight winning streak and Hearns was on a 4-fight winning streak. Barkley won via split decision. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.