What is barrera vs hamed?

Barrera vs Hamed was a world championship boxing match between Marco Antonio Barrera of Mexico and Prince Naseem Hamed of the United Kingdom. The fight took place on April 7, 2001, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, and was for the WBO featherweight title.

Barrera was considered the more technically sound fighter, while Hamed was known for his unorthodox style and knockout power. The fight was highly anticipated, as both fighters were in their prime and had a combined record of 65 wins and only one loss.

In the end, Barrera prevailed over Hamed by unanimous decision, winning the fight on all three judges' scorecards. Barrera was able to neutralize Hamed's unorthodox style by staying disciplined and using his jab to keep Hamed at bay. He also landed several big shots throughout the fight, while Hamed struggled to find his rhythm.

The defeat was a major blow to Hamed's career, as he never fought again after the loss. Barrera, on the other hand, went on to have a successful career and is widely regarded as one of the greatest featherweight boxers of all time.