Dont do it Marco!

[Spud]

Well I think Barrera boxing ability might just be a factor in why Khan might not win. Khan might be faster, stronger and fitter - although everyone thought Naz would be faster than Barerra also. Remember Barrera is the naturally smaller guy, so should have some speed against big Lightweights.

Khan has defensive frailities that have been exposed by Gomez - an aging Super Feather not near Barrera's league, then I think Barrera is capable of it also. Barrera is a fighter who has got it all, argueably the most complete fighter of the Millenium.

Not saying Khan cannot win, I think offensively he has the ability to beat ANYONE at Lightweight. He is a monster at the weight, is getting stronger all the time, fit and lightening quick. I think the opening 3 rounds will be telling, if Khan cannot hurt Barrera early - then I suspect Marco will be just to good and mug him ala Grant vs Rhodes.

Barrera is still quick enough to floor Marquez and to catch Pacquiao on a regular basis. His performances against those two should be commended - although it is 1 year ago.

Valid points Stu - I just think MAB has resigned himself to having a few fights left - those fights shouldn't be against young upstarts - if MAB fights at all they should be against "BIG" names - Like I say by winning against Khan, MAB is not proving anything at all - other than clouding/tarnishing what I feel has been a fantastic career.

Stu - you know I am a fantastic tipster - seriously steal your parents savings, steal the girlfriends and put all your bill money and next months wages on a Khan victory inside the distance.

[stujones]

Well I am not sure what Barrera is thinking, obviously he has this monster and perculiar deal with King... which I assume will not be affected. I think Barrera doesn't have much to lose, should he lose then I think there are still big fights (titles) ready at Super Feather... still think he would have way to much for Nicky Cook. Should he win, well he can gear for the title fights at Lightweight.

Judah, DLH, Mayorga etc keep getting chance after chance while losing... Barrera will be no different. Although I suspect King wants him as an "undercard" fighter in easy fights to add a bit of depth to his bills - as he did in China... I think an additional loss will not affect that, but I do think Barrera wants the Lightweight title to create history.

[Rob Magic]

Easy for people to say "What a great bit of matchmaking by SN". Didnt they think Haye was easy pickings for Macaranelli and looked what happened. The only problem I have with Kahn/Barrera is IF...IF Kahn wins then all the hype is gonna be bigged up about him again. Dont get me wrong, Barrera is a big name on his record if he wins but a natural world class lightweight would of been better instead of a super featherweight. Didnt Barrera start out at super flyweight albeit a fair few years ago. Still its not the point. Kahn should be fighting natural lightweights. Why not Casamayor, Katsidis, Romanov ect. I hope Barrera wins, not because im anti-Kahn simply because I wouldnt want to see Barreras Legacy get tainted. If Pacman can beat De La Hoya then i suppose anything is possible as Pacman started at flyweight. Lets just hope its a good close fight and I will be cheering on Barrera. Lets hope im not left dissapointed.

[Spud]

Easy for people to say "What a great bit of matchmaking by SN". Didnt they think Haye was easy pickings for Macaranelli and looked what happened. The only problem I have with Kahn/Barrera is IF...IF Kahn wins then all the hype is gonna be bigged up about him again. Dont get me wrong, Barrera is a big name on his record if he wins but a natural world class lightweight would of been better instead of a super featherweight. Didnt Barrera start out at super flyweight albeit a fair few years ago. Still its not the point. Kahn should be fighting natural lightweights. Why not Casamayor, Katsidis, Romanov ect. I hope Barrera wins, not because im anti-Kahn simply because I wouldnt want to see Barreras Legacy get tainted. If Pacman can beat De La Hoya then i suppose anything is possible as Pacman started at flyweight. Lets just hope its a good close fight and I will be cheering on Barrera. Lets hope im not left dissapointed.

First of all I never once stated Haye was easy pickings for Maccaroni!!! - not once !!

But for all the reasons you have stated in your post - its a great piece of matchmaking!!!

And finally I completely agree - I want MAB to win because I would truly hate it for his legacy to be tainted by someone who has no chin!!! - but sadly I do not think MAB is a single concusive puncher to seriously trouble Khan and MABs other massive asset which is his speed is in my view rapidly diminishing!!!

[leforge]

MAB will win he not shot, Khan was lucky to beat Limond!!

[jamesmcdonnell]

Limond was hardly a concussive puncher. I'm sure Barrera hits hard enough to seperate Khan from his senses.

[Autobarn]

Fagan seemed to land 2 or 3 right hooks in the opening minute vs Khan.

Barrera can time a shot nicely. Who knows...

My guess is we see Khan all over him and as soon as MAB looks remotely hurt, the ref will be tempted to step in.

You almost want Barrera to land the big shot, so that all this PPV nonsense comes to an end.

[Bard of Boxrec]

can't believe some of these views.

At least there are a good handful of people who can see sense and can see that barrera, who is not shot, will totally dismantle khan.

[leforge]

Khan will get stopped in 5 rounds.

[Rob Magic]

Im hearing a few rumours about it been a smoke screen to arouse intrest before replacing Barrera with a part-time fish fryer.

[Spud]

can't believe some of these views.

At least there are a good handful of people who can see sense and can see that barrera, who is not shot, will totally dismantle khan.

We will see - but if you and others are so right about MAB - and I will repeat he is one of my favourite fighters of all time - so again if MAB is okay etc etc - why on earth does he want to take a fight that is absolutely meaningless in world terms and meaningless with regards to credibility with regards to his legacy.

I will state again - as much as I cannot stand Khan - he will win the fight.

[leforge]

Maybe money!!

[Cannibal]

Round 1: MAB circles on the outside, on his toes, throwing out the odd jab and generally feeling Khan out. Khan is a hyper ball of nervousness. He shoots in a few quick jabs and looks almost hesitant, giving Barerra respect. Eventually he lets loose with a a couple of flurries after using his size to back MAB up onto the ropes. Barrera takes them all on his gloves and slips away. He lands one or two body shots as Khan rushes in. Round ends, Sky commentators cream themselves over how good Khan is doing, even though he probably landed about 5 punches of 50-60 thrown.

Round 2: Khan is a little more confident and starts a little faster and goes for flurries again, but MAB starts to find his timing and counters Khan with crisp shots as he comes in, before moving on. Khan chases MAB for most of the round and gets countered when he opens up. He gets rocked by a sharp counter uppercut but MAB doesn't have enough time to do any more damage in the round.

Round 3: Roach drills Khan in the corner and tells him to use the jab more. He comes out and does just that, and has a little more success. He backs MAB up on more than one occasion and lets loose. Barerra exchanges a little and both men land good shots. Barrera then goes back to circling and slips in the odd body shot to see out the round.

Round 4: Khan comes out eager again but Barrera goes on the offensive in this round and catches Khan with decent shots. He hurts Khan to the body and Khan covers up. MAB is the daddy in this round and dominates. Khan tries to rally back with the usual flurries, but MAB takes them all on the gloves and keeps moving in, landing more to the body, which Khan doesn't like.

Round 5: MAB lands a thudding body shot near the start of the round and Khan drops to his knees. He makes it back up and is extra protective of the body, but that gives MAB the opening to tee off on the head and he ups the pace. Khan somehow manages to see out the round but is not in good shape.

Round 6: Khan's corner try to fire him up but he's on queer street. Barrera starts the round like he finished the last and just tees off at will as the crowd "ohhh" and "ahhh" with every punch. Eventually MAB comes straight over the top and knocks Khan onto his back. Khan gets onto a knee and thinks before getting up and does so. Khan tries to hold on for dear life but MAB slips free and launches a flurry of his own, only every punch of this lands and the ref dramatically dives in between the two to stop the fight and save Khan from any more punishment.

MAB TKO 6

[Spud]

Maybe money!!

He doesn't need the money - no chance!!!

[leforge]

But it could be easy money.

[Raff The Frenchman]

I want MAB to shut both that arrogant fraud and Warren's mouths.