Iran Barkley vs Roberto Durán
On February 24, 1989, Iran Barkley (25-4, 16 KOs), the middleweight WBC champion, defends his title against former world champion Roberto Durán (84-7, 61 KOs).
Barkley vs Durán Stats
Iran Barkley is coming in to the fight on a 3-fight win streak with a 55% KO rate; his last fight was a 3rd round TKO victory over Thomas Hearns, 8 months and 18 days ago. Roberto Durán is on a 5-fight win streak with a 67% KO rate, with his last fight being a split decision win over Jeff Lanas, 4 months and 23 days ago.
Barkley vs Durán Prediction & Odds
The winning odds are at 81-19 in favor of Roberto Durán. Iran Barkley is going to look good in the fight but he won't be able to do enough to win. Durán should win this fight.
Barkley vs Durán Result
Roberto Durán defeated Iran Barkley via split decision and wins the WBC title. Durán improves his record to 85-7, while Barkley adds a loss to his record at 25-5.