Description
Boxing Illustrated Magazine – February 1990 Gerry Cooney Cover (No Label)
This February 1990 issue of Boxing Illustrated features Gerry Cooney on the cover, spotlighting an exclusive interview with the heavyweight once known as boxing’s “Quiet Man.” Alongside Cooney’s reflections, the issue blends contemporary fight coverage, historical retrospectives, and profiles of boxing legends, making it a standout piece for collectors.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured is the exact one you will receive. Please review photos for condition purposes. Each issue comes with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from this issue include:
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Gerry Cooney Finally Tells All – Dennis Hamill secures an exclusive interview with Cooney, in which he opens up about retirement, family, and health for the first time.
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Mike Tyson vs. The Great Heavyweights of B.I. Readers – A special feature pitting Tyson’s prime against the sport’s greatest champions, as imagined by Boxing Illustrated readers.
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Simon Brown: Boxing’s Best Unclaimed Champ – John Schulian profiles Brown’s talent and career struggles.
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The Saga of Wilfred Benitez – Michael Marley explores the career of one of boxing’s youngest champions and his later-life challenges.
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Anatomy of “Opponent” – David Israel examines the fighters who step into the ring knowing their role is to test, but rarely triumph.
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Tell Me About Muhammad Ali – Steve Wellenberg presents personal insights into “The Greatest.”
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A Brit’s-Eye View of the Great Louis–Schmeling Fight – Danny Hughes recounts the drama of the 1938 rematch that forever shaped boxing history.
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Book Excerpt: Jack Johnson–Jim Jeffries, The Fight of the Century – Ed Faraldo revisits the legendary 1910 clash.
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The Jerry Quarry Scrapbook – Quarry himself reflects on his battles with the era’s top champions.
Departments & Columns:
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In This Corner – Bert Randolph Sugar
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14-Kt Goldman – Herbert G. Goldman
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As The Boxing World Turns – Wallace Matthews
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Boxing Las Vegas – Les Eyss
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Additional features include The Boxing Box, Collector’s Corner, Wilbert’s Letters, Crosstrainers, Inside Boxing, Press Conference, and Knowing the Ropes
Ratings, Results & Statistics:
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Budweiser Editorial
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Budweiser Ratings
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Fight of the Month: Evander Holyfield vs. Alex Stewart
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Results Around the World
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At the Bell
This issue offers a rare glimpse into Gerry Cooney’s private reflections while also revisiting historic fights and profiling contemporary stars. A must-have for collectors of vintage boxing magazines and fans of heavyweight history.