On August 15, The Venue at The River Cree Resort and Casino, in Enoch, Alberta, just outside Edmonton, plays host to one of the most intriguing match-ups of the year, as undefeated British middleweight sensation “Dazzling” Darren Barker, 17-0 (11), makes his North American debut against upset-minded veteran Larry Sharpe, 22-4 (10), of Pine Falls, Alberta.

Barker, the reigning Commonwealth Middleweight Champion, has wowed UK fans with his blazing hand speed and fighting acumen, making a seamless leap from prospect to contender with eye-popping performances in the toughest tests of his career, and is eager to make new fans on this side of the Atlantic. More...