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Geale vs. Barker Weights From Revel Casino in Atlantic City, NJ

Daniel Geale 159.5 vs. Darren Barker 159.5 Read More

Tony Sims: World Title for Darren Barker can spark domestic scene

Darren Barker’s trainer Tony Sims expects his man to rip the IBF World middleweight title from Daniel Geale in Atlantic City, live on Sky Sports 1 HD from 2am on Sunday – sparking a run of classic all-British middleweight showdowns.

Barker takes on the Australian in his second World title challenge in the city, after Sergio Martinez stopped him in the 11th round of their clash in October 2011. The 31 year old has shaken off his old injury worries and Sims believes he’s in the perfect place to realise his World title dream Read More

 

Daniel Geale looking forward to US fight against Darren Barker

Ever since Daniel Geale (29-1, 15 KOs) pulled off the unthinkable by defeating Felix Sturm on Sturm’s home turf of Germany in September of last year, Geale has essentially cemented himself as one of the elite 160 pounders in boxing.

With the prestige and pageantry associated with such esteem comes the responsibility of self-improvement, a trait that often associates itself with the kind of high caliber athlete with an obsession for competition.   It  wasn’t enough for Geale to take a bite out of the world stage nor was it completely satisfying when he became the No. 1 fighter in his home country of Australia. Read More

Photos and Videos of Daniel Geale vs Darren Barker ahead of their clash

IBF middleweight champion, Daniel Geale (29-1, 15KOs) and top contender Darren Barker (25-1, 16KOs), speak at final press conference. Geale will defend his middleweight title live on HBOBoxing After Dark® beginning at 9:45 p.m. ET/PT this Saturday August 17, live from the Revel Casino-Hotel in Atlantic City, NJ. Read More

Darren Barker heads to the States to land World title

Darren Barker flies to America today to finish preparations for his IBF World middleweight title clash with Daniel Geale on August 17 at the Revel Hotel-Casino in Atlantic City, live on Sky Sports.

The Londoner fights for a World crown for the second time in Atlantic City after taking on Sergio Martinez in October 2011. Since his brave 11th round defeat to the pound-for-pound star, the 31 year old has seen off his injury woes and recorded impressive back-to-back fourth round stoppage wins over Kerry Hope and Simone Rotolo. Read More

Daniel Geale & Darren Barker media workout quotes

Australia’s IBF middleweight champion, Daniel Geale (29-1, 15KOs) and No. 3 rated contender from the UK Darren Barker (25-1, 16KOs) held a media workout today at the Mendez Boxing Gym in New York City.  Geale will be defending his title on August 17th at the Revel Casino-Hotel , Atlantic City’s newest and largest casino resort. The bout will be televised live on HBO Boxing After Dark® beginning at 9:45 p.m. ET/PT.

Tickets prices start at $30 and are on sale now at all Ticketmaster locations, online at Ticketmaster.com and by calling 800-745-3000.  Read More

Revel Casino-Hotel to host Daniel Geale vs. Darren Barker World Title Bout on HBO

Revel Casino-Hotel, Atlantic City’s newest and largest casino resort, will proudly host the highly anticipated middleweight showdown between IBF titleholder Daniel Geale (29-1, 15KOs) and No. 6 rated contender from the UK Darren Barker (25-1, 16KOs) on August 17th.  Gary Shaw Productions in association with Grange Old School Boxing , and Matchroom Boxing, will promote the event which will be televised live on HBO Boxing After Dark® beginning at 9:45 p.m. ET/PT.

This is the first time a boxing event will take place at Revel Casino-Hotel since its grand opening in May of last year.  Shaw is very excited to present the show and also the potential for bringing more events to Revel.   He knows this card is an incredible opportunity to kick off boxing at the fantastically vibrant venue, Ovation Hall. Event start time is 7 p.m. Read More