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What happened to Iran Barkley?

What happened to Iran Barkley?

Three-division titlewinner Iran Barkley, owner of two victories over Thomas Hearns, was hospitalized on Wednesday with a minor stroke after having a seizure at his Bronx home, his niece, Barbara Wilder, told The New York Daily News.

Is Iran Barkley related to Saquon Barkley?

He is the uncle of NFL running back Saquon Barkley.

Who did Iran Barkley fight?

Thomas Hearns vs. Iran Barkley

Boxer Thomas Hearns Iran Barkley
Hometown Detroit, Michigan, U.S. The Bronx, New York, U.S.
Purse $1,500,000 $250,000
Pre-fight record 45–2 24–4
Height 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) 6 ft 1 in (185 cm)

How Old Is Iran Barkley?

61 years (May 6, 1960)
Iran Barkley/Age

When did Iran Barkley become a world champion?

Iran Barkley (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.

What did Iran Barkley lose to Michael Nunn?

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.

Who are the parents of Iran Barkley the Boxer?

Iran Barkley was the youngest of eight children raised in the Patterson Houses. His parents were Frank Barkley, Sr. and Georgia Barkley. He was a member of the Black Spades street gang in his youth, along with former heavyweight contender Mitch Green.

When did Iran Barkley get evicted from his apartment?

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.