Iran Barkley

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Iran Barkley (Template:IPAc-en; born May 6, 1960) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1982 to 1999. He held world championships in three weight classes, including the WBC middleweight title from 1988 to 1989, the IBF super middleweight title from 1992 to 1993, and the WBA light heavyweight title in 1992. As an amateur boxer, Barkley won a bronze medal in the middleweight division at the 1982 World Championships.

Early life and family

Iran Barkley was the youngest of eight children[1] raised in the Patterson Houses. His parents were Frank Barkley, Sr. and Georgia Barkley.[2] He was a member of the Black Spades street gang[2] in his youth, along with former heavyweight contender Mitch Green.[3][2] Iran's sister Yvonne, who boxed professionally during the late 1970s, convinced him to start boxing when he was 13 years old,[2] training under Bobby Miles and Connie Bryant.[1]

He is the great-uncle of NFL running back Saquon Barkley.[4]

Amateur achievements

Professional career

Template:Refimprovesect Script error: No such module "labelled list hatnote". Known as "The Blade", Barkley turned professional in December 1982, and first challenged for a world title against the highly skilled Italian Sumbu Kalambay, losing on points over fifteen rounds for the vacant WBA middleweight title in Livorno, Toscana, Italy in October 1987.

Barkley returned in 1988 with a split decision over Sanderline Williams and a fifth-round stoppage of Michael Olajide, before winning the WBC middleweight title with a third-round knockout of Thomas Hearns, voted 1988 Upset of the Year by The Ring magazine.

In his next fight, Barkley lost his title via split decision in a 12-round war with Roberto Durán, in a fight proclaimed 1989 Fight of the Year by Ring magazine.[5] Following the defeat to Duran, Barkley took on undefeated Michael Nunn for the IBF and lineal middleweight titles, dropping a close majority decision. He next fought Nigel Benn in a challenge for the WBO middleweight title and was stopped on the three-knockdown rule at the end of a wild first round in which both fighters were hurt.

After losing to Benn, Barkley underwent surgery for a detached retina and was inactive for a year. Barkley returned with two low-key wins at light heavyweight in 1991, then defeated Darrin Van Horn to win the IBF super middleweight title in two rounds in January 1992 in Paramount Theatre, New York. Just two months later, he went on to again defeat Hearns and take his WBA light heavyweight title via a twelve-round split decision. Barkley vacated the title without defending it, choosing instead to defend his super middleweight title against IBF and lineal middleweight champion James Toney. Barkley reportedly had trouble getting back down to the 168 lb weight limit and lost his IBF title via a corner retirement after nine rounds due to severe swelling around both eyes.

Barkley's final shot at a title would come against undefeated Henry Maske at light heavyweight for Maske's IBF title in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany in October 1994. Barkley again lost by corner retirement after nine rounds.

Barkley continued to fight after this loss, eventually moving up to the heavyweight division. His last fight of note was a June 1997 win for the WBB heavyweight title, a bout in which Barkley retired former WBA heavyweight champion Gerrie Coetzee with a 10th-round TKO.

Barkley 'retired' in 1999 after losing a bout in Mississippi by sixth-round stoppage to Keith McKnight.

Comeback

In 2006, at the age of 46, Barkley won an unsanctioned bout by second-round stoppage in Aruba. In 2008, at age 48, Barkley fought to a six-round draw in an unsanctioned exhibition bout against heavyweight Chauncy Welliver in Lapwai, Idaho at the Pi-Nee-Waus Community Center of the Nez Perce Tribe.[6]

Personal life

Barkley's first child was born to Barkley's common law wife Pam in 1981.[1] He has four children and has been divorced twice.[2]

Barkley has fallen on some difficult times since his retirement from boxing. Penniless and unemployed, he became homeless in November 2010 after he was evicted from his Bronx apartment. Through the support of the Bronx nonprofit BronxWorks and the Ring 10 boxing charity, he found housing and receives assistance so he can become self-supporting.[7]

Barkley resides in the Morrisania area of the South Bronx.[8]

Barkley enjoys teaching boxing skills to young amateurs.

He is a ringside regular at boxing matches in New York City.

Barkley's great-nephew, Saquon Barkley, is an NFL running back who was selected with the second pick in the 2018 NFL draft, and won NFL Offensive Player of the Year after a record-breaking 2024 season.

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
63 Loss 43–19–1 Keith McKnight TKO 6 (10), 2:47Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 31, 1999 Lady Luck Casino, Lula, Mississippi, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
62 Loss 43–18–1 Trevor Berbick UD 8 Jun 29, 1999 Molson Centre, Montreal, Quebec, CanadaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
61 Loss 43–17–1 Tony Halme SD 12 Apr 19, 1999 Ice Hall, Helsinki, FinlandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBF (Federation) Americas heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
60 Loss 43–16–1 Thomas Williams TKO 4 Mar 19, 1999 Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, Ocala, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
59 Loss 43–15–1 Joey Guy PTS 10 Jan 27, 1999 Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
58 Loss 43–14–1 Tue Bjørn Thomsen UD 6 Nov 6, 1998 K.B. Hallen, Copenhagen, DenmarkScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
57 Win 43–13–1 Caseny Truesdale TKO 4 (10) Oct 22, 1998 Roxy Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
56 Template:DrawDraw 42–13–1 Dan Kosmicki TD 4 (8), 1:23Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Sep 30, 1998 Station Casino, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
55 Loss 42–13 Tony LaRosa UD 10 Aug 22, 1998 Horizon, Rosemont, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
54 Win 42–12 Marcelo Aravena TKO 3 Sep 13, 1997 Mandan, North Dakota, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
53 Win 41–12 Gerrie Coetzee TKO 10 (12), 2:07Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jun 8, 1997 Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
52 Win 40–12 Dave Fiddler KO 1 Jan 22, 1997 Lucky Eagle Casino, Rochester, Washington, US..Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
51 Win 39–12 Caseny Truesdale TKO 4 (6), 1:32Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Nov 20, 1996 The Ritz, Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
50 Win 38–12 Frankie Hines TKO 1 Nov 14, 1996 Virginia Beach, Virginia, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
49 Win 37–12 Dan Kosmicki UD 8 Sep 6, 1996 Casino Omaha, Onawa, Iowa, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
48 Win 36–12 Craig Payne MD 8 Jul 27, 1996 Lucky Eagle Casino, Rochester, Washington, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
47 Win 35–12 Brian Yates UD 8 Jun 3, 1996 Marriott Allis Plaza Hotel, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
46 Win 34–12 James Baker TKO 1 (8), 1:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 2, 1996 Marriott Hotel, Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
45 Loss 33–12 Rocky Gannon MD 8 Aug 18, 1995 The Aladdin, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
44 Loss 33–11 Tosca Petridis UD 10 May 14, 1995 Sports and Entertainment Centre, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
43 Loss 33–10 Henry Maske RTD 9 (12), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 8, 1994 Gerry Weber Stadion, Halle, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For IBF light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
42 Win 33–9 Gary Butler UD 8 Jul 22, 1994 Brady Theater, Tulsa, OklahomaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
41 Win 32–9 Rick Enis TKO 4 (10) May 24, 1994 Brady Theater, Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Loss 31–9 Adolpho Washington TKO 6 (10), 0:33Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 20, 1993 Casino Magic, Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Win 31–8 Dino Stewart TKO 9 Aug 30, 1993 Kemper Arena, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Loss 30–8 James Toney RTD 9 (12), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 13, 1993 Caesars Palace, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost IBF super middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Win 30–7 Robert Folley KO 4 (10), 2:48Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 5, 1992 Etess Arena, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Win 29–7 Thomas Hearns SD 12 Mar 20, 1992 Caesars Palace, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBA light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 28–7 Darrin Van Horn TKO 2 (12), 1:33Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 10, 1992 Paramount Theatre, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won IBF super middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 27–7 Jesus Castaneda TD 8 (10) Oct 3, 1991 Four Seasons Arena, Great Falls, Montana, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Unanimous TD: Castaneda cut from an accidental head clashScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 26–7 Juan Hernandez UD 10 Aug 16, 1991 Hacienda Resort Hotel and Casino, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Loss 25–7 Nigel Benn TKO 1 (12), 2:57Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 18, 1990 Bally's Las Vegas, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBO middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Loss 25–6 Michael Nunn MD 12 Aug 14, 1989 Lawlor Events Center, Reno, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For IBF middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Loss 25–5 Roberto Durán SD 12 Feb 24, 1989 Convention Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBC middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 25–4 Thomas Hearns TKO 3 (12), 2:39Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jun 6, 1988 Las Vegas Hilton, Winchester, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBC middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Win 24–4 Michael Olajide TKO 5 (10), 1:21Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 6, 1988 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 23–4 Sanderline Williams SD 10 Jan 29, 1988 Broadway by the Bay Theater, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Loss 22–4 Sumbu Kalambay UD 15 Oct 23, 1987 Palazzo dello Sport, Livorno, ItalyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBA middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 22–3 Jorge Amparo UD 10 Apr 3, 1987 Caesars Palace, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Win 21–3 Stacy McSwain UD 10 Feb 20, 1987 Sands, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 20–3 James Kinchen SD 10 Oct 17, 1986 Cobo Arena, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Win 19–3 Basante Blanco RTD 4 (10), 0:01Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 24, 1986 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 18–3 Tony Harrison KO 3 (12), 2:06Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jun 19, 1986 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBC Continental Americas middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 17–3 Mike Tinley SD 12 Dec 6, 1985 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBC Continental Americas middleweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 16–3 Wilford Scypion KO 8 (10), 2:59Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Nov 1, 1985 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 15–3 Norberto Sabater KO 2 (10), 1:21Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 29, 1985 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 14–3 Bill Lee TKO 3 (10), 1:58Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 8, 1985 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 13–3 Carlos Betancourt KO 1 (10), 1:48Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 11, 1985 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 12–3 Randy Smith UD 10 May 24, 1985 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Win 11–3 Norberto Sabater TKO 2 (8), 2:25Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Apr 26, 1985 Felt Forum, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 10–3 Osley Silas TKO 6 (8), 2:25Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 21, 1985 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Loss 9–3 Eddie Hall SD 8 Nov 1, 1984 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 9–2 John Ford TKO 5 (8) Aug 23, 1984 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Win 8–2 Esteban Pizzarro UD 8 Jul 5, 1984 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Loss 7–2 Robbie Sims TKO 6 (10), 2:21Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 6, 1984 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 7–1 Marciano Bernardi TKO 1, 2:27Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 15, 1983 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 6–1 Frank Minton TKO 5, 1:21Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 18, 1983 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 5–1 Jose Torres UD 6 Jun 18, 1983 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Loss 4–1 Osley Silas PTS 6 Mar 31, 1983 Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 4–0 Donnie Franklin UD 4 Feb 18, 1983 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Win 3–0 Donnie Williams TKO 1 (4), 2:45Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 29, 1983 Bally's Park Place, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Bruce Starling KO 2 (4) Jan 6, 1983 Sands, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Larry Jordan TKO 2 (4) Dec 9, 1982 Sands, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

Titles in boxing

Major world titles

Regional/International titles

Honors and awards

Barkley is a member of the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame.[9]

See also

References

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Sporting positions

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Vacant
Title last held by
Jose Quinones 		WBC Continental Americas
middleweight champion
December 6, 1985 – December 14, 1985
Vacated Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Esteban Pizzarro

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Vacant
Title last held by
Esteban Pizzarro 		WBC Continental Americas
middleweight champion
June 19, 1986 – June 1987
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Title next held by
Ricky Stackhouse

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Vacant
Title last held by
Will Hinton 		WBB heavyweight champion
June 8, 1997 – May 1999
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Title next held by
Mika Kihlström

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Preceded byTemplate:S-bef/check WBC middleweight champion
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Preceded byTemplate:S-bef/check WBA light heavyweight champion
March 20, 1992 – May 27, 1992 Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Virgil Hill
Awards

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The Ring Upset of the Year
TKO3 Thomas Hearns
1988 Template:S-ttl/check

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The Ring Comeback of the Year
1992 Template:S-ttl/check

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