Khan-Barrera Result: Amir Khan Beat Marco Antonio Barrera in 5th Round

22-year old Amir Khan won on a technical decision against Marco Antonio Barrera in the fifth round of their match on Saturday afternoon, March 14, 2009. "This fight was make or break for me, but I felt so comfortable it seemed liked easy work catching him with the jabs," Khan said. "I'm happy with the performance. I mustn't have done much wrong in that fight."

Khan is now the new WBA International And WBO Intercontinental Lightweight Champion.

As for the undercard, Ola Afolabi beat Enzo Maccarinelli, while Roman Martinez beat Nicky Cook.