Hi Madmax.

I've heard of the IBA. To be honest their title really doesn't mean a thing. Just one of many many minor titles.

There are 4 'proper' belts in boxing - WBC, IBF, WBA, WBO. But 99% of boxing fans would agree that this is 3 too many in itself.

Also, yes, James Toney is a big name as he USED to be great, however it really doesn't make much difference. 99.9% of people would not know that he is IBA champion, furthermore, and i don't mean this to sound harsh, but even James Toney himself probably doesn't know he's the IBA champion. Such is the standing of the organisation. Often minor belts are just designated to a fighter without them even fighting for it. So, the IBA could award belts tommorow to Pacquiao, Mayweather, Klitscho etc but it what still not make it legitimate.