A 55-fight veteran, the 40 year old Novas signifies the toughest test of Barwick’s career. Barwick, a 26 year old based in New York, is 6-0 with 6 KOs. She has fought inexperienced fighters since she turned pro about a year ago. BoxRec has yet to record two of her fights that took place in Colombia.
Nicknamed “Big Deal,” Barwick is primarily a brawler but has shown some boxing skills in her last two fights. Still, one unnamed industry insider described her skills as “raw.” She just started boxing three years ago and influencer bouts replaced her amateur career. Nevertheless, she has made great strides in a short period of time. She was recently picked up by the NYC Attitude of the Team Boxing League in addition to her burgeoning pro career.
Novas (19-32-4, 10 KOs) turned pro in 2004. The native of San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic has fought consistently throughout her long career. She battled Cindy Serrano twice and Tiara Brown in addition to several trips to Germany. But Novas hasn’t beaten a foe with a win on their ledger since 2015.
Novas has picked up some skills during her 22-year career, but she throws wide shots. She shows decent movement and a solid jab, but leaves herself open when throwing power shots. Novas will present a mental and emotional challenge for Barwick as the veteran has no problem sneaking in rabbit punches in clinches, just one of her wily tricks.
Novas has a significant experience advantage, fighting 250 rounds to Barwick’s 7. She’s gone six or more rounds more times than Brooklyn has fights. The two fighters are of similar height, but Novas has fought at heavier weights. Barwick, however, has the better chin. Novas has been stopped 12 times.