Description
Boxing 90 Magazine January 1990 Evander Holyfield, George Foreman No Label VG
This January 1990 issue of Boxing 90 features Evander Holyfield and George Foreman on the cover, capturing the heated debate of the era: who would be the best challenger for heavyweight king Mike Tyson? Alongside this central storyline, the issue explores rising stars, historic venues, and the fighters who defined the close of the 1980s.
Condition
The magazine is in very good condition, with minor edge wear. The exact item shown in the photos is the one you will receive. Please check the images for detailed condition reference. Each issue is shipped in a protective plastic covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from the January 1990 Issue
Feature Articles
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10 Questions: Ross Greenburg – HBO’s boxing producer discusses his behind-the-scenes role in shaping the network’s acclaimed fight coverage.
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Is Pernell Whitaker the Best Fighter in Boxing? – An analysis of Whitaker’s dominance, including his victory to avenge his only pro loss and unification of the lightweight crown.
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Who Should Tyson Fight: Evander Holyfield or George Foreman? – A special fan poll weighing two of Tyson’s biggest potential opponents.
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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum – A retrospective on 21 years of fights at Madison Square Garden’s Felt Forum as it closes for renovations.
Departments
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Before the Bell – Reader letters on Tyson, Foreman, and Leonard–Durán III
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Boxing 90 Fight Review – Zaragoza–Duarte, Nunn–Barkley, Paez–Cruz
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International Fight Summary – Worldwide boxing results
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Boxing 90 Ratings – Editors’ survey of the sport’s top fighters
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The World Ratings – Monthly rankings from boxing’s top three sanctioning bodies
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Hot Prospect – Middleweight Merqui Sosa
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Preview & Analysis: Leonard vs. Durán – Revisiting one of boxing’s most famous rivalries
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Ringside News and Views – Boxing’s Bronx Zoo
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On the Air – Spotlight on Jorge Paez as TV Fighter of the Month; coverage of boxing’s relationship with television
Collectible Value
This issue is a snapshot of the boxing landscape entering the 1990s, featuring Holyfield, Foreman, Tyson, and Whitaker at pivotal moments in their careers. With its balance of contemporary coverage and historical retrospectives, it is a valuable collectible for boxing enthusiasts, vintage magazine collectors, and fans of heavyweight history.