Yes, for a 22yr old, fighting a past prime Barrera is still a big test. Definetely deserves credit for winning.
It's usually Americans that are dissing Khan. Yes he has a horrible chin, even his amateur days have proved it, but theres been guys with weak chins to make it big, ala Hearns. But for a 22yr old, he sure has done more than most 22yr olds in history of the sport.
Come on now. Why is MAB ranked so high? I would not be surprised if MAB and his people are trying to decieve us by giving the fight to Khan and collecting a phat check. I hope not though.
I wouldnt say its usually americans dissing khan from what ive heard around. He seems to get a lot of 'hate' form brits too (albeit mainly internet posters from what im gathering). IMO Khan has a lot of talent. Yes hes punch resistance is an issue but as you say, he could still go far.
The only way Khan beats Barrera, is if he's completely shot. So, no. I don't think any of us know how far gone Barrera is right now, so it's hard to say. I'm picking Barrera, but I don't know how good he is at the moment. If he's as good as I think he still is, then he'll win, but maybe he isn't, I don't know. And that's the reason I can't give Khan credit, if he wins.
Hell, NO! If I didn't give Pac any credit for beating a 29 yr old shot MAB, why would I give Khan any if he would beat a 35 yr old MAB.:huh