Who would win in this fight at 126 Lbs.? A recent thread compares Barrera with Chavez as Mexico's best. A close runner up would also have to be Sanchez. Who would win this legendary encounter of two of Mexico's very best fighters? 12 & 15 Rounds.
Sanchez was probably the better boxer. Skill wise, they are equal. Both had a tremendous arsenal of punches and a high level of work rate. However, Salvador had a better chin (one down in his entire career) and a master counterpuncher like him would give MAB a lot of troubles. Sanchez UD Barrera in a 12 rounds fight, 9-3. Sanchez TKO Barrera over 12 rounds.