Marco Antonio Barrera is considered to be one of the best fighters of his era, and one of the best Mexican boxers in history. He is a three weight division champion, and has beat his share of great opponents. Barrera was also a five-time Mexican National Champion. Barrera turned pro at the young age of 15, and that same year had his first fight in Mexico City, Mexico. He quickly moved up the ranks and began boxing in the United States. In February 2000, after 12 years of competition in the ring, a 49-2 Barrera faced an undefeated Erik Morales losing a 12 round spilt decision. After a host of fights, Barrera worked hard to improve and master every area in his repertoire of boxing skills. The stage was then set for Morales-Barrera 2. Fans had been eagerly waiting for the two to fight again after their thrilling battle in 2000. Barrera won the rematch by slim margins and was crowned the new WBC Featherweight Champion of the world on June 22nd, 2002. Barrera went on to beat Johnny Tapia and Kevin Kelley, before fighting the legendary Manny Pacquiao. In 2004, Barrera faced and beat Paulie Ayala, before signing to fight Erik Morales in a rubber match. Barrera surprised the boxing world when the two finally met for the third time, by pounding out a clear-cut victory and captured the WBC Super Featherweight Title. “The Baby Faced Assassin” would go on to fight six more times in the next three years, all which were world title bouts. Marco Antonio Barrera’s achievements, accomplishments, and determination make him a true WBC Legend of Boxing.
