Description
Boxing Illustrated Magazine – April 1992 Mike Tyson Cover
This April 1992 issue of Boxing Illustrated features Mike Tyson on the cover, published shortly after his Indianapolis verdict. The magazine delivers a mix of exclusive features, annual awards, historical retrospectives, and industry insights, making it a standout issue for both collectors and boxing fans.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured is the exact one you will receive. Please review photos for details on condition. Each issue is shipped in a protective plastic covering, with combined shipping available upon request.
Highlights from this issue include:
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Mike Tyson: How He Got to Where He Is – Phil Berger provides an exclusive psychological breakdown of Tyson’s troubled path leading up to his trial and conviction.
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Boxing Illustrated’s 1991 Annual Awards – From Fight of the Year to unique, tongue-in-cheek categories like “Best Smile” (awarded to Lennox Lewis), this feature blends serious recognition with lighthearted commentary.
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The 50 Most Powerful People in Boxing for 1991 – John Phillips compiles a definitive list of the most influential figures shaping the sport, including promoters, fighters, media voices, and executives.
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The Comeback of Madison Square Garden – Jack Farrell looks at the iconic venue’s attempt at revival, assessing its role in the sport’s future.
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Great Fights: Tiger Jones vs. Ray Robinson – Luis Barrera revisits one of the notable clashes in boxing history.
Additional Features:
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Slim Brown: The Man, the Myth, the Crown – William Gildea
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Joe Banki Comes to England – Jack Solomons
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An Appreciation – Eddie Pacheco
Departments & Columns:
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In This Corner – Bert Randolph Sugar
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Opening Round
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14-Kt: Alphonso Normandia
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As The Boxing World Turns – Wallace Matthews
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Famous Blue Pieces – Thomas Hauser
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Closing Bell – Bert Ehrmann
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Other recurring features include The Boxing Box, Wilbert’s Letters, Crosstrainers, Inside Boxing, Press Conference, Knowing the Ropes, The Fabulous Flubs, and The Black & Blue Pages
Ratings, Results & Statistics:
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Budweiser Editorial and Top Pound-for-Pound Ratings
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Boxing Illustrated Ratings
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Photo of the Month: Tyson–McCallum
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Results Around the World
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At The Bell with Bela Szilagyi
This issue blends contemporary reporting with historical context, offering an important snapshot of Tyson’s career and the state of boxing in the early 1990s. A must-have addition for collectors and fans of heavyweight history.