Darren Barker

Darren Barker was born in Chipping Barnet, London, England on May 19, 1982. He made his professional debut at the age of 22 years on September 24, 2004 against Howard Clarke. Barker defeated Clarke via 6 round points decision, making a successful beginning of his pro career.

Barker got his first shot at a world title at the age of 29 after 23 professional fights. On October 1, 2011 Barker challenged Sergio Martínez' The Ring middleweight title but lost via 11th round KO.

He became a world champion on August 17, 2013 at the age of 31 years, after by defeating Daniel Geale, the then-reining IBF middleweight champion, via 12-round split decision. This was his 27th fight as a professional.

Barker's last fight was a 2nd-round TKO loss to Felix Sturm at age 31, on December 7, 2013, in which he lost his IBF middleweight title.

Some of Darren Barker's best fights have been against Daniel Geale. For a complete list of Barker's best fights and their details, refer to "Best fights of Darren Barker".

Barker has just 2 losses on his record. For details about these losses refer to "Darren Barker Losses".