Matthew Macklin vs Darren Barker

Barker comes across as one of the more humble honest fighters in boxing. :huh

 

Macklin has been a lot busier in recent times whereas Barker is constantly injured, so for that reason I'd favour Macklin.

For the many decent middleweights we have in the UK it's a disgrace that none have fought each other.

 

Macklin is non stop and i don't think Barker especially with his injury problems would be able to cope with him for 12 rounds. MACKLIN STOPPAGE ROUNDS 8-12.

 

Macklin would be stupid to sign for a fight with Barker, he'd only end up injured and pull out of it again. Didn't that happen in september 10 ?

Mack has bigger fish to fry in the states

 

Macklin would beat him,dont rate Barker much,he's a little overrated,nice boxer but doesnt have much power to keep Macklin off,Macklin by late stoppage..

 

This.

I can also see Matt sparking Darren out.

Murray vs Macklin is a very interesting fight, though.

 

they actually did the punditry together for the last Murray bout, there didn't seem to be any needle, good fight though potentially one that could definately capture the public if eddie weaves some magic

 

Macklin UD too big and too strong for barker

 

I always used to think Barker would be favourite if this ever happened but I've been impressed by the way Macklin has performed when stepping up in class so I'd fancy him.

 

slowly but surely the scales are dropping from peoples eyes! :smoke

 

Meaning?

 

meaning for a long time the majority on here bought into the Barker hype train but their opinions are slowly changing as the reality presents itself!

 

A couple of years ago I thought Barker would box his ears off but Macklin has put in some impressive performances & Darren has had some terrible injuries.

It would still be a very competitive fight but I'd favour Macklin to win on points, I doubt the fight ever happens.

 

:deal